Mt. Gox Moves 10,422 BTC in $936M Transfer, Markets on Alert
The long-running Mt. Gox saga returned to the spotlight after one of its cold wallets moved more than 10,422 BTC early Tuesday. The transfer is valued at roughly $936 million. It quickly caught the attention of traders and analysts, who watched the transaction hit the blockchain in real time. Although the funds have not moved again. The activity has sparked fresh concerns about potential market impacts as the exchange continues its slow repayment process.
A Massive Transfer Hits the Bitcoin Network
According to data tracked by Arkham and public blockchain explorers, a Mt. Gox cold wallet sent 10,422.6 BTC to a new address beginning with 1ANkDML. The receiving wallet now shows a balance of approximately 10.423K BTC, worth more than $937 million at current prices. This transfer appears to be internal, but any movement from Mt. Gox wallets usually sends a shock through the market.
Traders often brace for potential sell pressure. It has given the exchange’s plans to repay creditors who have been waiting since the platform collapsed in 2014. The Bitcoin price held steady near $89,900 shortly after the movement. Though sentiment shifted quickly as the news spread across crypto channels.
Why Mt. Gox Movements Matter So Much
Mt. Gox was once the world’s largest Bitcoin exchange. It handles more than 70% of global BTC trading volume. Its collapse in 2014, following the loss of about 850,000 BTC. It remains one of the most infamous events in crypto history. Over the last decade, a court appointed trustee has overseen a lengthy civil rehabilitation process.
Around 200,000 BTC were eventually recovered. Mt. Gox is using part of these holdings to repay creditors in BTC and BCH. Because the remaining payouts represent billions of dollars in assets, every wallet movement raises speculation. Many investors fear that large distributions could lead to selling pressure. As early Bitcoin adopters have decided to cash out after waiting more than a decade.
Repayments Are Ongoing, but Still Slow
The trustee began issuing repayments in mid-2024 after years of delays. However, the process remains slow and highly structured. The final deadline for distributing all remaining assets was extended to October 31, 2026. This gives the team more time to complete the work. Tuesday’s transfer fits the pattern of internal repositioning.
But Mt. Gox movements usually signal administrative steps in the repayment schedule. Because the funds have not been moved to an exchange or mixed further. Analysts believe this is likely operational rather than a liquidation attempt. Still, with Mt. Gox holding some of the largest dormant BTC reserves in the world. The market reacts to every shift.
Traders Watch for the Next Move
Currently, the transferred BTC sits untouched. But the community remains on alert, especially during a period of market instability and muted risk appetite. Even after 11 years, Mt. Gox still has the power to shake the crypto world with a single transaction. As one trader joked on social media, “Mt. Gox moving is like a jump scare, the soundtrack hasn’t changed since 2014.”
Disclaimer: The content of this article solely reflects the author's opinion and does not represent the platform in any capacity. This article is not intended to serve as a reference for making investment decisions.
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