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How did the Mt. Gox bitcoins get lost and what are the implications for the cryptocurrency market?

Isadora Alcantara Xavier da SiSep 16, 2022 · 3 years ago1 answers

Can you explain how the bitcoins were lost in the Mt. Gox incident and what impact it had on the cryptocurrency market?

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  • Hélène RousseauSep 28, 2023 · 2 years ago
    The Mt. Gox incident was a major setback for the cryptocurrency market. The bitcoins were lost due to a combination of security breaches and mismanagement by the exchange. Hackers were able to exploit vulnerabilities in Mt. Gox's system and steal a large number of bitcoins. This incident had a ripple effect on the cryptocurrency market, causing a decline in prices and a loss of confidence among investors. It served as a wake-up call for the industry, prompting the need for better security measures and stricter regulations to protect investors' funds.

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