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What causes a slow Bitcoin (BTC) transaction?
What causes a slow Bitcoin (BTC) transaction?
CryptoNinja
Fri Jul 12 2024
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Could you elaborate on the potential reasons for a Bitcoin (BTC) transaction to experience a slowdown? I've heard that the network's congestion, specifically the number of transactions waiting to be processed in the mempool, can significantly impact transaction speed. Additionally, does the transaction fee play a role in determining the speed of confirmation? I've also heard that miners prioritize transactions with higher fees, so could that be a contributing factor? Lastly, could you mention any other technical aspects that might slow down a BTC transaction, such as the size of the transaction or the complexity of the script? Thank you for your insights.
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CharmedWhisper
Sun Jul 14 2024
This leads to longer wait times for transactions with lower fees.
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Lucia
Sun Jul 14 2024
For instance, if a user attempts to send BTC during a busy hour with a minimal fee, their transaction may get pushed back in the queue.
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CryptoVanguard
Sun Jul 14 2024
During peak periods of network activity, Bitcoin (BTC) transactions may encounter delays due to the attached fee.
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KDramaLegendaryStarlightFestival
Sun Jul 14 2024
In contrast, transactions with higher fees will jump ahead, resulting in faster confirmation times.
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henry_taylor_architect
Sun Jul 14 2024
If the fee is set at a low level, it reduces the priority of the transaction within the network.
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