How many times has Bitcoin been declared dead?

Bitcoin has been declared 'dead' over 400 times since 2010, according to our comprehensive database. This number continues to grow as new critics emerge, yet Bitcoin continues to thrive and reach new adoption milestones.

What was the most famous Bitcoin obituary?

Some of the most famous include Jamie Dimon calling it 'a fraud' in 2017, Warren Buffett's 'rat poison squared' comment in 2018, and Peter Schiff's numerous predictions. Many of these critics have since softened their stance or been proven dramatically wrong by Bitcoin's performance.

How accurate are these obituaries?

Not accurate at all. Every single Bitcoin obituary has been proven wrong by Bitcoin's continued existence and growth. The average ROI if you had bought Bitcoin at each 'death' declaration is over 10,000%, demonstrating how wrong the critics have been.

Can I see ROI if I bought at each obituary?

Yes! Each obituary in our tracker shows the exact ROI you would have earned if you had bought Bitcoin at that price and held until today. The results consistently show massive gains, with many obituaries offering 10,000%+ returns.

Why do people keep declaring Bitcoin dead?

Critics often misunderstand Bitcoin's technology, have vested interests in traditional finance, or base their predictions on short-term price volatility rather than long-term fundamentals. Many also fail to recognize Bitcoin's unique properties and network effects.

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This tracker is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Bitcoin obituary data is sourced from public records and media archives. Past declarations of Bitcoin's demise do not predict future market performance. This is not financial advice.

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