Nearly a decade after the collapse of the Mt. Gox exchange, creditors are receiving their long-awaited Bitcoin but are choosing to hold onto their coins rather than sell. A recent report from Glassnode reveals that over 41.5% of the 141,686 BTC owed—approximately 59,000 Bitcoin—has been distributed. Despite the significant value, estimated at nearly $4 billion, these creditors are opting to keep their holdings intact.

Mt. Gox, once a dominant Bitcoin exchange, suffered a catastrophic hack in 2014, losing 850,000 BTC. This event marked one of the largest security breaches in the history of cryptocurrency. The platform's creditors, numbering around 127,000, have been waiting for over ten years for restitution, a delay that had raised concerns about potential market impact if they chose to sell.

Interestingly, data suggests that the anticipated market sell-off hasn't materialized. The cumulative volume delta (CVD), which measures the net difference between buying and selling volume on exchanges, shows no significant increase in sell pressure, even after Kraken completed its distribution on July 24. This trend indicates a continued "hodling" mentality among the creditors, echoing broader investor behavior shifts towards long-term holding strategies.

This cautious approach to selling comes despite Bitcoin's meteoric price rise, which has surged over 8,500% since the collapse of Mt. Gox. According to Glassnode, a significant portion of Bitcoin's supply has remained inactive for extended periods, with over 65.8% unmoved for more than a year and 54% for over two years. This behavior suggests a growing tendency among investors to hold onto their assets, potentially stabilizing the market amidst fluctuating demand.

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