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New Bitcoin addresses jump as Coldcard exploit pushes users to move funds

The Block·August 11, 2026·1 min read
New Bitcoin addresses jump as Coldcard exploit pushes users to move funds

The number of new Bitcoin addresses jumped from 260,000 to 330,000, breaking a year-long decline. The surge follows a Coldcard exploit that pushed users to move funds. The increase in new addresses suggests heightened network activity and user migration amid security concerns, reflecting a shift in Bitcoin user behavior.

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