I've heard the term 'dead wallet' in the context of cryptocurrency and I'm wondering what it actually means. Is it a wallet that's no longer accessible or has some sort of restriction?
            
            
            
            
            
            
           
          
          
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    SakuraFestival
    Thu Dec 19 2024
   
  
    A cryptocurrency wallet is considered dead when it remains inactive for an extended duration.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Nicola
    Thu Dec 19 2024
   
  
    These wallets still contain crypto assets but haven't engaged in any transactions for many years.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    BlockchainBaron
    Thu Dec 19 2024
   
  
    The inactivity could stem from various reasons, one of which is the loss of wallet keys.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Giulia
    Thu Dec 19 2024
   
  
    Another potential cause is when holders are investing for the long term and prefer not to interact with their wallets.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    PulseEclipse
    Wed Dec 18 2024
   
  
    Sometimes, the wallet owner might have passed away, leading to the wallet's inactivity.