As a concerned investor in the cryptocurrency market, I'm deeply troubled by the recent hacking incident involving a major bitcoin exchange. Can you please provide some clarity on the current status of the hack? Specifically, what steps are being taken to secure the remaining funds and assets? And crucially, when can we expect a timeframe for the hacked 
bitcoin exchange to restore operations and begin returning customer funds? The situation is highly volatile, and we investors need a clear sense of direction in order to make informed decisions about our investments. Thank you for your attention to this pressing matter.
            
            
            
            
            
            
           
          
          
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    Chiara
    Thu Jul 11 2024
   
  
    The troubled bitcoin exchange, Mt. Gox, is set to commence the return of assets to its customers in July 2024. 
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    KpopMelody
    Thu Jul 11 2024
   
  
    This milestone marks the end of a long-awaited process that began over a decade ago when the exchange was hacked. 
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    DigitalDynastyQueen
    Thu Jul 11 2024
   
  
    The exact number of bitcoins destined for former customers remains uncertain, with estimates ranging widely. 
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    InfinityRider
    Thu Jul 11 2024
   
  
    Specifically, the number could fall anywhere between 65,000 and a potential high of 140,000 bitcoins. 
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Leonardo
    Wed Jul 10 2024
   
  
    At the upper end of this range, the value of these bitcoins could approximate nearly $9 billion.