Half the World's Crypto Millionaires Hold Fortunes in Bitcoin
Nearly half of the world's crypto millionaires hold their fortunes in Bitcoin, highlighting the enduring popularity of the cryptocurrency despite competition from other digital assets.
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Posted 9/6/2023, 9:30:00 AM
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