154 days ago, a mystery bitcoin mining entity spent a string of 20 block rewards from 2010 that sat idle for well over a decade. Our newsdesk has been investigating this bitcoin whale’s actions since catching the entity in 2020. Now after the June 9th appearance, on November 10, the mystery whale returned once again to spend another 1,000 bitcoin stemming from 20 block rewards mined more than ten years ago.
1,000 ‘Sleeping Bitcoins’ Worth $68 Million From 2010 Wake After a Decade of Hibernation
Last year, following the market carnage on March 12, 2020, otherwise known as ‘Black Thursday,’ Bitcoin.com News discovered a large whale spending 20 consecutive block rewards in a row stemming from blocks mined way back in 2010. From here, similar to Herman Melville’s Captain Ahab, our investigation led our newsdesk to discover a myriad of whale sightings, as large quantities of 2010 bitcoin (BTC) block reward strings were spent in 2020 and 2021 as well.
According to our timeline, the entity spent 20 decade-old bitcoin block rewards on March 12, 2020, October 11, 2020, November 7, 2020, November 8, 2020, December 27, 2020, January 3, 2021 (Bitcoin’s 12th anniversary), January 10, 2021, January 25, 2021, February 28, 2021, March 23, 2021, and June 9, 2021. Now, five months later, on November 10, 2021, the mystery whale has once again transferred 20 decade-old bitcoin block rewards, spending 1,000 BTC at block height 709,029.
The 1,000 bitcoins from 2010 transferred on November 10 were discovered by a Bitcoin blockchain parsing tool Bitcoin.com News leverages called Btcparser.com. The 20-block-reward spend took place on early Wednesday morning at a touch after 1: 30 a.m. (ET). The transfer of the 1,000 so-called ‘sleeping bitcoins’ also followed the exact same patterns as the whale’s previous spends indicating that it is likely the same bitcoin mining entity.
These particular block rewards were mined in 2010 during the months of August, September, and October. Another similarity is the fact that this miner has spent the corresponding bitcoin cash (BCH) tied to the original 2010 bitcoin (BTC) addresses. The 1,000 BCH was transferred at Bitcoin Cash block height 713,430. The BCH was spent roughly an hour after the BTC was transferred and the bitcoinsv (BSV) tied to the coins remain idle. The mystery 2010 mining whale has followed this routine during every single 20-block-reward string spend.
Whale Could Transfer to an Escrow account or Coins Could be Held as ‘Virgin bitcoins’ for VIP Exchange Clients
Furthermore, the whale then consolidated the 1,000 BTC into one address (just like all the times before) and the coins are then distributed into wallets with 10 BTC each. The whale also consolidated the 1,000 BCH and then the coins were split into batches of 50 BCH per wallet. According to Bitcoin.com News’ creator, Btcparser.com, the coins could be going to an account. He said that the P2SH address looked like an escrow account. “When bitcoins are received, the previous owner gets paid and later the new owner begins his distribution among many 10 BTC wallets,” the onchain researcher added.
It appears that the coins could have been sent to an exchange. On January 27, 2021, Bitcoin.com News and other onchain researchers assumed it was possible that Coinbase was the final receiver of these ‘forgotten bitcoins’ from 2010. Essentially, the batches of 10 BTC could be held by an exchange and referred to as “pockets for withdrawal.”
The coins could possibly be held for the crypto exchange’s VIP user base as the coins are considered ‘virgin bitcoins.’ There’s been a longstanding rumor that ‘virgin bitcoins’ can fetch a premium of more than 20% above the spot price. “Virgin bitcoins” are coins that have not been mined and have never been linked to other transactions or bitcoins tied to unfavorable activities.
The cryptocurrency community has no idea who the 2010 miner is but it is quite clear the entity mined a great quantity of bitcoin in the early days. Today’s transaction of 1,000 so-called ‘sleeping bitcoins’ was worth $68.4 million at the time of transfer and the bitcoin cash (BCH) spend was worth $712,070.
It is also important to note that the block rewards and the 1, bitcoins that were sifted into wallets with The string of 20 block rewards and the 1,000 bitcoins sifted into wallets with 10 BTC per wallet could very well still belong to the original owner.
What do you think about the 2010 mining entity that has been spending 20 block rewards with 1,000 bitcoin in strings? Please comment below to let us know your thoughts on this topic.
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Cellula Introduces Programmable Incentive Layer to Gamify Asset Issuance
Hongkong, china, August 15th, 2024, Chainwire In a groundbreaking move to address the challenges of equitable asset distribution and decentralization in the cryptocurrency space, Cellula has unveiled its innovative programmable incentive layer built on the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) ecosystem. At the core of Cellula’s innovation is its virtual Proof-of-Work (vPOW) consensus mechanism, which combines…
Hongkong, china, August 15th, 2024, Chainwire
In a groundbreaking move to address the challenges of equitable asset distribution and decentralization in the cryptocurrency space, Cellula has unveiled its innovative programmable incentive layer built on the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) ecosystem. At the core of Cellula’s innovation is its virtual Proof-of-Work (vPOW) consensus mechanism, which combines principles from Conway’s Game of Life, Variable Rate GDAs Algorithm, and Game Theory to revolutionize the way digital assets are distributed and liquidity is allocated.
The crypto industry has long grappled with the issue of “whales” – a small group of individuals or entities that accumulate a disproportionate share of assets, leading to market manipulation, reduced decentralization, and limited participation opportunities for smaller investors. Additionally, traditional asset distribution methods, such as pre-mining, have further concentrated ownership, undermining the fairness and accessibility of these ecosystems.
“We have grown weary of the war between the witches and the hunters,” said the Cellula team. “Cellula seeks to address these dual challenges by reintroducing the BTC Proof-of-Work mechanism to EVM-compatible networks, pioneering asset distribution and liquidity allocation guidance through virtual Proof of Work (vPOW).”
Cellula’s vPOW mechanism empowers “BitLife” entities with unique hashrates, enabling them to engage in a gamified mining process that generates dynamic incentives. This revolutionary approach is powered by Cellula’s trifecta of innovative algorithms: Conway’s Game of Life for mining, Variable Rate GDAs (VRGDA) for pricing, and the Analysoor protocol for fair distribution and liquidity guidance.
Mining Algorithm – Conway’s Game of Life – Genetic Code Of On-Chain Digital Life: Conway’s Game of Life underpins Cellula’s on-chain entities, “BitLife,” which evolve dynamically, reflecting natural life cycles and enabling complex AI development within the blockchain. This gamified mining process encourages participants to develop more optimal strategies to potentially earn additional block rewards, fostering a competitive environment that ensures only committed resources are rewarded.
Pricing Algorithm – Variable Rate GDAs – A Dynamic Pricing for NFT Distributions: VRGDA adjusts asset prices based on demand, increasing when sales are high and decreasing when they lag, ensuring balanced distribution even in illiquid markets. This dynamic pricing model helps to prevent the concentration of assets in the hands of a few, promoting wider participation and a more equitable distribution.
Consensus Algorithm – Analysoor – Fair Asset Distribution And Liquidity Guidance: Analysoor is a Fair Launch protocol on Solana that uses block hashes for a random number generator to distribute NFTs and tokens fairly. Unlike traditional models, it avoids high GAS fees and bidding wars by offering fixed-cost “block lottery tickets” for participation. Each ticket’s block hash determines winners transparently, preventing bots and ensuring equal opportunities for all users, regardless of financial power. Transaction fees from the lottery are used to inject liquidity into new assets, promoting ecosystem growth. Integrating Analysoor with vPOW also provides fairer asset distribution and better liquidity allocation guidance.
“Cellula’s vPOW mechanism is truly a game-changer,” explained the Cellula team. “By seamlessly integrating these cutting-edge technologies, we have created a programmable incentive layer that is poised to reshape the future of decentralized finance and on-chain participation.”
One of the key features that sets Cellula apart is its permissionless nature. The vPOW mechanism allows any participant (miner) in the network to potentially earn rewards by minting and charging Bitlife, without the need for a central authority to allocate resources. This approach ensures a more open and transparent asset distribution process, fostering greater decentralization and accessibility.
Transparency is also a cornerstone of Cellula’s design. All algorithms and asset distribution processes are recorded on-chain, enabling anyone the ability to verify and review the process, thereby increasing the system’s transparency and credibility.
“Cellula is poised to usher in a new era of on-chain participation and value creation,” said the Cellula team. “By seamlessly integrating these innovative technologies, we are redefining the way assets are distributed and liquidity is allocated, paving the way for a more equitable and decentralized crypto ecosystem.”
With its comprehensive approach to addressing the challenges of asset distribution and decentralization, Cellula is set to revolutionize the way the crypto industry approaches these critical issues. As the project continues to evolve and expand its reach, it remains a beacon of hope for a future where fair and transparent asset distribution is the norm, not the exception.
About Cellula
Cellula is a pioneering programmable incentive layer that revolutionizes asset issuance on the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). Utilizing a novel virtual Proof-of-Work (vPOW) consensus mechanism, Cellula combines the principles of Conway’s Game of Life, Variable Rate GDAs Algorithm, and Game Theory to create evolutionary, intelligent, and programmable on-chain digital entities known as BitLifes.
For more information on Cellula and its groundbreaking programmable incentive layer, users can visit the project’s Gitbook at https://cellulalifegame.gitbook.io/cellula.
Binance Completes Registration With India’s FIU as Poodlana’s presale hits $7.7m
Key takeaways Crypto exchange Binance has completed its registration with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit. Poodlana’s presale has surpassed $7.7 million as presale approaches its end. Binance now registered with India’s FIU Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange by daily trading volume, has completed registration with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU-IND). This latest development comes months after…
Key takeaways
Crypto exchange Binance has completed its registration with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit.
Poodlana’s presale has surpassed $7.7 million as presale approaches its end.
Binance now registered with India’s FIU
Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange by daily trading volume, has completed registration with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU-IND). This latest development comes months after it was fined $2.2 million for providing services in the country without authorisation.
Thanks to this registration, Binance is now registered in 19 countries globally. With this registration, Binance’s website and app are fully available to users in India.
What is Poodlana?
The crypto market continues to be choppy as Bitcoin is trading below $60k. Despite the choppy market conditions, investors continue to push funds into new and promising projects.
Poodlana is one of the projects that is attracting investors. It is a Solana-based meme coin focused on introducing the glamor of high fashion to the crypto world. According to the development, Poodlana could become the leading dog-themed meme coin on the planet as it focuses on promoting the ethos of community-driven growth to reach its goal.
Poodlana is a popular dog breed breed in Japan, Korea, and China. The development team will leverage this popularity and the love of meme coins to build a strong community for this project.
Poodlana’s presale surpasses $7.7m
The Poodlana presale will end in less than 20 hours, with listing on exchanges expected to happen right after the presale. The project has raised more than $7.7 million so far as more investors troop into the project.
In this last stage, the POODL token goes for $0.0539. Investors can purchase this token using SOL, BNB, ETH, USDT, USDC, and Fiat/card payment options.
Per the team, Poodlana will not have a lock-up period for their tokens. The POODL presale will end in a few hours and the listing on exchanges will take place immediately after.
Poodlana allocates 50% of the total supply to presale
Poodlana has adopted a simple tokenomics model as it seeks total transparency in its operations. According to tokenomics, Poodlana will have 1 billion POODL tokens, with 50% going presale.
The remaining 50% will be divided among marketing (15%), rewards (5%), partnerships (5%), treasury (10%), and liquidity (15%).
The Poodlana team assured investors that 100% of tokens will be unlocked on day one, with no lock-ups or vesting periods. Once the presale concludes, the unsold tokens would be burned after the presale, ensuring the deflation of the token.
Should you buy Poodlana tokens now?
The Poodlana presale is ending in a few hours and this is the last opportunity for investors to purchase the tokens. Meme coins have become a crucial part of the cryptocurrency ecosystem, with several of them having a market cap of $1 billion and above.
Poodlana could become one of the leading dog-themed meme coins in the crypto ecosystem. The team is leveraging the popularity of the Poodlana dog breed and is building a community that could see it reach the status of Dogecoin and Shiba Inu.
Ripple Boosts Cross-Border Transactions in Brazil With New Payment Solution
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