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As Bitcoin Halving Approaches, 51% Attack Question Resurfaces

Upcoming changes to how bitcoin incentivizes key participants have stoked fears a 51% attack could again become viable.

By Frederick Reese
Updated Mar 6, 2023, 3:40 p.m. Published Jul 6, 2016, 11:50 a.m.
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