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Gulf Press > Business > Crypto > Bitcoin Miner Reserves Hit Two-Year High — Potential Price Decline on the Horizon
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Bitcoin Miner Reserves Hit Two-Year High — Potential Price Decline on the Horizon

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Last updated: 2024/08/23 at 5:06 AM
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Bitcoin miner reserves have surged to their highest levels in over two years, raising concerns about a potential decline in Bitcoin’s price. A recent report by CryptoQuant suggests that historically, high miner reserves often precede a downturn in the cryptocurrency market. The surge in miner reserves on over-the-counter (OTC) desks has brought the total to 368,000 Bitcoin, valued at approximately $22.36 billion. The 70% increase in miner OTC balances over the past three months implies that miners may be preparing to sell large amounts of Bitcoin, potentially putting downward pressure on the market. Previous instances where high miner reserves were followed by sharp price declines are mentioned in the report.

Miners often use OTC desks to sell their Bitcoin as these platforms provide higher liquidity and better execution compared to traditional exchanges. By selling through OTC desks, miners can mitigate the impact on Bitcoin’s market price. However, the current high reserves suggest that significant selling activity may be on the horizon. Despite concerns about potential selling pressure, there are factors that could counterbalance it, such as a recent decline in Bitcoin supply on exchanges and the accumulation of 94,700 BTC by large holders, known as whales, over the past six weeks. These factors may provide support to Bitcoin’s price amidst rising operational costs for miners and reduced rewards following the Bitcoin halving in April.

The average cost to mine a Bitcoin currently stands at $72,224, while the cryptocurrency’s price hovers around $60,797. This disparity has led many miners to operate at a loss, with every miner earning less in Q2 compared to Q1. Some miners, however, have managed to offset revenue declines by expanding their hashrate and upgrading their equipment. Despite the challenges faced by miners, there are efforts being made to combat illegal cryptocurrency mining, such as in Iran. The government in Iran is offering financial incentives to citizens who report unauthorized crypto-mining activities, with rewards of up to 1 million toman (approximately $24) per tip.

In conclusion, the surge in Bitcoin miner reserves to their highest levels in over two years has raised concerns about a potential decline in Bitcoin’s price. Historical patterns suggest that high miner reserves often precede a downturn in the cryptocurrency market, as seen in previous instances. Miners use OTC desks to sell their Bitcoin, but the current high reserves indicate that significant selling activity may be on the horizon. Despite potential selling pressure, factors such as a decline in Bitcoin supply on exchanges and whale accumulation may provide support to Bitcoin’s price. Miners are facing challenges amid rising operational costs and reduced rewards post-halving, leading some to operate at a loss. Efforts are being made to combat illegal cryptocurrency mining, with Iran offering incentives to citizens who report unauthorized mining activities.

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