Learn the differences between legacy (P2PKH), P2SH, and Bech32 Bitcoin address formats, including compatibility, fees, and wallet support. This guide helps you choose the right format for your needs.
A comprehensive guide to Bitcoin address formats: P2PKH (Legacy), P2SH, Bech32, and Bitcoin Cash Cash Addr. Understand their differences in compatibility, fees, and use cases to choose the right wallet.
Explore the three main Bitcoin address formats—Legacy (P2PKH), P2SH, and Bech32—their features, compatibility, transaction fees, and how to choose the right one for your wallet and exchange.
On Aug 7, a whale stirred 3,000 BTC ($348M) that had been untouched since 2015, splitting the coins across 30 new wallets. Originally worth just $1M, the stash now shows a 34,548% gain.
On August 7, 2025, a whale moved 3,000 bitcoins untouched since November 2015—worth $348.7 million—across 30 transactions, marking one of the largest dormant wallet reactivations in recent months.
SpaceX transferred 1,308 BTC ($155M) after three years of dormancy, consolidating UTXOs and moving to a Segwit address. Onchain analysts speculate technical optimization, tax planning, or preparation for future transactions. The move reignites curiosity about major players' crypto strategies.
SpaceX transferred 1,308 BTC ($155 million) from 16 legacy addresses to a single SegWit address, marking its first bitcoin movement in three years. On-chain analysts cite UTXO consolidation and technical upgrade, spurring speculation on the company's crypto strategy.
Elon Musk's SpaceX has moved 1,308 BTC ($155M) for the first time in three years, consolidating from 16 addresses into a single SegWit address. Analysts suggest it's UTXO consolidation and migration to SegWit, possibly for technical optimization or future transactions, sparking widespread speculation.
