#MajorAirdropWatch
Major airdrops in the Bitcoin ecosystem are relatively rare compared to other cryptocurrencies, but there have been some notable events. Here are a few key points about Bitcoin-related airdrops:
1. Bitcoin Forks: Airdrops often occur during forks, where a new cryptocurrency is created from the original Bitcoin blockchain. Some notable forks include:
- Bitcoin Cash (BCH): In August 2017, Bitcoin forked into Bitcoin Cash, giving holders of Bitcoin an equal amount of BCH.
- Bitcoin SV (BSV): In November 2018, Bitcoin Cash itself forked into Bitcoin SV, resulting in additional coins for BCH holders.
2. Tokens on Bitcoin Networks: Some projects built on Bitcoin's network, such as the RSK (Rootstock) platform, may offer airdrops to Bitcoin holders who participate in their ecosystem.
3. Promotional Airdrops: Occasionally, new projects may airdrop tokens to Bitcoin holders as part of a promotional campaign. These are typically announced through social media or community forums.
4. Eligibility: For most airdrops, you need to hold Bitcoin in a compatible wallet at the time of the snapshot, which is when the project records who is eligible for the airdrop.
While Bitcoin itself doesn't have frequent airdrops like some altcoins, the events surrounding forks and certain projects can provide opportunities for Bitcoin holders to receive additional tokens. If you want to know more about a specific airdrop or project, just let me know!