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BitMEX Research Report Flags BRC-20 as the Real Strain on Bitcoin Nodes
9.9.2025
In a newly published report, BitMEX Research and its analysts say BRC-20 activity, not image inscriptions, is the greater strain on many Bitcoin node operators. UTXO Explosion Traced to BRC-20 Transfers, BitMEX Research Finds In the report, the researchers argue that small BRC-20 transfers expand...
Bitcoin Ordinal Sales Surge by 1,816%—And It’s Just Part of This Week’s NFT Shakeup
19.10.2024
Amid the broad uptick in crypto asset markets, non-fungible token (NFT) sales saw a 22.38% increase this past week. NFT sales managed to rake in $92.95 million this week and Ethereum and Bitcoin NFT sales led the way. Digital Collectibles Spike in Activity as Ethereum and Bitcoin Top the NFT Charts...
Over 75M Ordinal Inscriptions and $4.5B in Sales—Bitcoin Finds Its NFT Footing
19.9.2024
In the last year and nine months since December 2022, more than 75 million Ordinal inscriptions have been minted on the Bitcoin blockchain, according to the latest statistics. This technology has given Bitcoin a new role in the world of digital collectibles. Today, Bitcoin stands as...
Mr. Black’s 21,000-Piece Ordinal Collection: The Key to the Messianic Age?
27.6.2024
PRESS RELEASE. The enigmatic artist Mr. Black, known for his cryptic street art and truck displays, is about to unveil a groundbreaking 21,000-piece ordinal art collection on the Bitcoin blockchain. This ambitious project includes 777 distinct attributes and 120 exclusive 1-of-1 pieces, but...
Bitcoin Blockchain Records $3.82 Billion in NFT Sales, Secures Fourth-Largest Spot
3.6.2024
Since the launch of Ordinal inscriptions, Bitcoin-based non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have proliferated, with the blockchain documenting $3.82 billion in NFT sales across more than 3 million transactions. Bitcoin has now ascended to the fourth-largest blockchain by total NFT sales. From Counterparty...
Marathon Sets New Record by Mining Bitcoin’s Largest Block, Showcasing the Logos’ Manifesto
3.5.2024
On May 3, the Bitcoin network validated its largest block to date at block height 841,886, which included an inscription showcasing the technology stack dubbed Logos’ manifesto. This block, similar to the one that previously held the record as the largest, was mined by Marathon....
Bitcoin Leads 30-Day NFT Sales, Outpacing 24 Blockchain Competitors
27.4.2024
While sales of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have declined by over 38% in the past 30 days compared to the previous month, NFTs minted on the Bitcoin blockchain have dominated, accounting for more than 44% of sales. Statistics from the last 30 days reveal that four of the top five best-selling...
Binance NFT to Halt Bitcoin NFT Activities, Focus Shifts Away From BTC-Based Collectibles
4.4.2024
In a recent announcement by Binance on April 4, 2024, the firm disclosed its decision to halt support for Bitcoin-based Ordinal non-fungible token (NFT) collectibles within its NFT marketplace. The directive from Binance calls for users of its NFT marketplace to withdraw their Ordinal inscriptions...
Wu-Tang’s Ghostface Killah to Release Exclusive Music Collection on Bitcoin Blockchain
19.3.2024
This week, the popular American rapper and Wu-Tang Clan member, Ghostface Killah, declared his intention to release exclusive tracks on the Bitcoin blockchain. The influential hip-hop artist mentioned that this issuance will encompass a 10,000-piece collection, granting owners the rights to...
Bitcoin Asset Protocol BRC-20 Enhances Governance with New Maintainers
11.3.2024
The BRC-20 protocol, a well-known standard for creating tokens on the Bitcoin blockchain, underwent a major overhaul in its governance structure. This strategic move aims to foster a more decentralized and collaborative future for the protocol.
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NFT Market Flourishes With an 11.62% Rise This Week; Largest Ordinal Inscription Fetches Record 8 BTC
9.3.2024
Sales of Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have witnessed a notable uptick this past week, climbing 11.62% to hit $442.02 million over the previous seven days. The most significant transaction was the sale of the ‘Alien’ Cryptopunk #3,100, donning a headband, for $16 million, with...
Marathon Mines Record-Breaking 4 MB Bitcoin Block Linked to Runestone Airdrop
5.3.2024
During bitcoin’s extraordinary price peaks in March, this week saw the mining of the biggest block by byte size, with Marathon’s mining pool producing a 3.99 megabyte (MB) block. This block, labeled as 832,849, carried a message linked to the Runestone airdrop. Bitcoin Blockchain...
Quantum Cats NFT Collection Jumps in Value, Dominates Secondary Market Trade Volume
7.2.2024
Following the launch of Taproot Wizards’ Quantum Cats non-fungible token (NFT) series, secondary market activity reveals significant trading volume and a significant increase in the collection’s minimum value. Initially offered at 0.1 bitcoin each, Quantum Cats’ lowest value...
Taproot Wizards’ Quantum Cats NFTs Leap Past Technical Glitches to Amass $11.3M in Bitcoin
6.2.2024
The sale of Taproot Wizards’ Quantum Cats non-fungible tokens (NFTs) has so far successfully amassed 268.3 bitcoin, equating to $11.3 million at the current market value. This achievement comes despite earlier hurdles that delayed the sale due to technical issues, resulting in 2,681 Quantum...
Is ORDI Going to Crash? ORDI Price Drops 20% in a Week as New Bitcoin Protocol Goes Viral
29.1.2024
The ORDI token, a top BRC-20 ordinal, has faced a notable price drop of 20% following the Grayscale sell-off. However, it remains to be seen if this crash still has more room to go. Indeed, the ORDI token, a major BRC-20 Bitcoin beta play, has suffered a decline amidst a price correction across...
Is ORDI Token Crashing? ORDI Price Drops 30% as New Bitcoin Protocol Raises $9.1 Million
24.1.2024
Leading BRC-20 ordinal, the ORDI token, experienced a significant -30% price drop due to the Grayscale sell-off. But, can ORDI price analysis determine if ORDI is truly crashing? The ORDI token, a major BRC-20 Bitcoin beta play, has suffered a decline amidst a sell-off of GBTC shares fueled by...
Crypto Mystery Deepens with 21,000 Ordinal Inscriptions Airdropped in Enigmatic Bitcoin Game
23.1.2024
In a mysterious development, someone has airdropped 21,000 digital inscriptions, known as RSICs, to the Bitcoin Ordinals community as part of a Bitcoin game promotion. The message on one of the inscriptions suggests a “technological arms race” related to securing a bag of runes has begun, and...
Ex-President Trump Launches Limited Edition Cards on Bitcoin Blockchain via Ordinal Technology
19.1.2024
The ex-45th President of the United States has been engaged in the sale of digital trading cards for a considerable period. On Thursday, the official account for the trading card enterprise announced the launch of Trump cards that are crafted using the Bitcoin blockchain’s Ordinal inscription...
Bitcoin’s Ordinal Inscriptions Soar Beyond 55 Million, Achieving Third Highest Daily Record
16.1.2024
Following the weekend, the tally of Ordinal inscriptions on the Bitcoin blockchain surpassed 55 million. Notably, on Jan. 13, 2024, the blockchain witnessed its third-highest day of inscriptions, settling an impressive 477,751 inscription-based transactions on Saturday. Additionally, from...
Is ORDI Price Going to Zero? ORDI Price Suddenly Drops as New Bitcoin Mining Protocol Goes Viral
15.1.2024
Leading BRC-20 ordinal token ORDI has seen a sudden ORDI price drop in the midst of a hard fought consolidation, leading some panicked holders to ask ‘is ORDI price going to zero?’ – find out in this ORDI price analysis. The volatile consolidation comes as ORDI price reels from...