Cryptocurrency Q&A Why is Bitcoin taking so long to confirm today?

Why is Bitcoin taking so long to confirm today?

Bianca Bianca Tue Dec 17 2024 | 6 answers 1283
Bitcoin transactions are taking unusually long to confirm today. I've been waiting hours and still no confirmation. What's causing the delay? Is it network congestion or some other issue? Why is Bitcoin taking so long to confirm today?

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SsamziegangSerenadeMelody SsamziegangSerenadeMelody Thu Dec 19 2024
Confirmation of a Bitcoin transaction occurs when a miner includes it in a block.

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GangnamGlitzGlamourGlory GangnamGlitzGlamourGlory Thu Dec 19 2024
Bitcoin transactions occasionally experience delays.

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ShadowFox ShadowFox Thu Dec 19 2024
Miners prioritize transactions based on various factors, including fee amount.

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SamuraiCourageous SamuraiCourageous Thu Dec 19 2024
This is particularly prevalent during periods of high network traffic.

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Giulia Giulia Thu Dec 19 2024
BTCC is a prominent cryptocurrency exchange that offers a range of services.

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