Approximately 6.26 million BTC, representing 31.2% of the total supply, currently have exposed public keys on the blockchain, according to Glassnode’s co-founder. Address reuse is the primary driver behind this exposure, accounting for 4.33 million BTC of the affected supply.
Despite the visibility of these public keys, the exposure does not enable attackers to spend or steal the associated coins. Visible public keys are a standard component of Bitcoin's cryptographic architecture and do not compromise private key security or grant unauthorized access to funds.
31.2% of Bitcoin Supply Has Exposed Public Keys, Glassnode Co-Founder Says
Disclaimer: The content provided on Phemex News is for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee the quality, accuracy, or completeness of the information sourced from third-party articles. The content on this page does not constitute financial or investment advice. We strongly encourage you to conduct you own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.