In a notable cryptocurrency event, Bitcoin Cash (BCH) witnessed its second halving on April 4, 2024, setting the stage just over two weeks before Bitcoin’s much-anticipated halving. This halving event slashed the mining rewards for BCH from 6.25 to 3.125 per mined block, a pivotal moment recorded at the 840,000th block.
Leading up to this significant event, BCH displayed an optimistic trend, yet it faced a near 9% drop in value shortly before the halving took place. Data from CoinMarketCap reveals a swift recovery post-halving, with BCH’s value climbing by more than 5%. Despite this rebound, the latest figures show BCH trading at $613.88, marking a slight decline of 2.53% over the last 24 hours.
The week leading up to the Bitcoin Cash Halving was marked by an impressive 15.45% rise in BCH value, culminating in a monthly increase of 33%. In a noteworthy peak, BCH hit a three-year high at $701 on April 1, fueled by anticipatory sentiments surrounding the halving.
As the crypto community gears up for the Bitcoin halving scheduled for April 20, there’s widespread speculation about its broader impact on the cryptocurrency sector. While some predict a bullish outcome, recent studies suggest a nuanced effect of the forthcoming Bitcoin halving, with its influence seemingly waning over successive events.
Historical data indicates a diminishing return effect post-halving; the first halving in 2012 led to an explosive 5,500% increase over four years, which was not matched by subsequent halvings. Currently, Bitcoin’s performance post-halving shows a 700% increase, hinting at more subdued future surges.
Moreover, the introduction of Spot Bitcoin ETFs and their significant trading volumes are poised to reshape the halving’s impact. Michael Saylor, CEO of MicroStrategy, highlighted the pivotal role of Spot ETF approvals in generating a demand surge, which, coupled with the supply crunch post-April halving, could stir the market dynamics.
By Andrej Kovacevic
Updated on 23rd April 2024