Bitcoin 'Anti-Spam' Fork Sputters to a Halt After Mining Just Two Blocks

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Bitcoin 'Anti-Spam' Fork Sputters to a Halt After Mining Just Two Blocks

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Bitcoin's anti-spam fork is struggling to gain traction, having mined just two blocks with 2.53% of mining support. This leaves its blocks hours apart and roughly 350 days from a difficulty adjustment, while the main network continues to power ahead with minimal disruption. The fork's failure to gain mainstream support has significant implications for its long-term viability.

The breakaway chain drew just 2.53% of mining support, leaving its blocks hours apart and roughly 350 days from a difficulty adjustment while the main network powered ahead.