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5 major things that happened with bitcoin in 2017

5 major things that happened with bitcoin in 2017

In January, 2017 bitcoin was worth around $1000. By the end of the year, its price rose over $15 000. This huge price increase however was merely a side effect of something much greater: worldwide cryptocurrency adoption!

For those who have been using cryptocurrencies in 2017, we hope that you look back at the year with joy and excitement. If you are new to crypto, these are the things that you should know about what happened with bitcoin this year!

5 Major Things That Happened to Bitcoin in 2017

Bitcoin Cash was created
Segwit was rolled out
Bitcoin forked again
Segwit2x was cancelled
Transaction fees skyrocketed

Check this article for a more in-depth explanation of all the major trends that shaped the cryptocurrency industry!

Have a safe and prosperous 2018!

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