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On March 11, a software bug split the blockchain into two chains, halting transactions and leading to a 23% price drop before developers resolved the issue.
This crisis revealed the resilience of the Bitcoin community and showcased the responsiveness of developers in restoring a single, unified blockchain.
U.S. authorities seized Mt. Gox accounts in May, signaling the start of regulatory oversight for Bitcoin exchanges.
As the largest exchange at the time, this action raised legal concerns and emphasized the need for compliance in Bitcoin's expanding market.
The world's first Bitcoin ATM launched on October 29 in Vancouver, allowing users to buy and sell Bitcoin with Canadian dollars.
This move bridged the gap between digital and physical currency, making Bitcoin accessible to the public in a new, tangible way.
Bitcoin reached $1,213 in November 2013, marking its first significant bubble and gaining global media attention.
Though the price later dropped, this milestone established Bitcoin's role as a recognized digital asset class.
On December 5, China banned financial institutions from handling Bitcoin transactions, resulting in a market dip and setting a regulatory precedent worldwide.
This intervention highlighted the influence governments could wield over Bitcoin's adoption and pricing.
