A decade ago, the world witnessed the dramatic downfall of Mt. Gox, a leading cryptocurrency platform. After years of silence, it started to repay its ex-customers.
Mt. Gox: From Rise to Fall
Once a major player in Bitcoin transactions, Mt. Gox was responsible for an impressive 70% of all transactions. Its unprecedented influence came to a screeching halt in 2014 when it filed for bankruptcy. Following this, a judicial liquidation procedure was initiated in Japan, its home base.
Resurgence of Bitcoin
In spite of its tarnished reputation, Bitcoin has shown a robust recovery in recent months. Celebrating a high value exceeding ,000 in the early phase of December 2023, Bitcoin has indeed taken the bull by the horns.
Repayment Plan and Execution
The repayment process for Mt. Gox’s former clients officially began on November 23. Customers desiring repayment in traditional currencies are set to receive their funds via Paypal transfers. Former clients who prefer reimbursement in bitcoins might have to exercise patience till the beginning of 2024.
First Wave of Repayments
Shortly after the announcement of repayments, the first payments were reportedly made. Several testimonies on popular platforms like Reddit and Telegram confirmed this development. Regardless of this progress, there is a major stumbling block as some Reddit users have claimed receiving double reimbursements.
Impact of Mt. Gox’s Bankruptcy
At the time of bankruptcy, Mt. Gox had an impressive 140,000 bitcoins in its coffers. These bitcoins, worth approximately €5.4 billion, were blocked. The possibility of double reimbursements could lead to complications and hinder the repayment of many former clients.
Despite the years of silence, the recent developments provide a glimmer of hope for many customers who had lost their investments.
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