Bitcoin Is Dead

How Many Times Has Bitcoin Died - Bitcoin Death Statistics

Bitcoin Death Statistics

Since Bitcoin was created in 2009, critics and skeptics have repeatedly declared it dead, worthless, or doomed to fail.

Bitcoin has died 0 times.

If you invested $100 each time, you'd have $0 today.

Last updated on July 15, 2025

Bitcoin Death Statistics

431Total Deaths
1.5Monthly Average
5Days Since Last Death
507Longest Days Without Deaths

Bitcoin Obituaries By Year

Year
Count
Percentage
2025
12
2.8%
2024
10
2.3%
2023
14
3.2%
2022
27
6.3%
2021
39
9.0%
2020
20
4.6%
2019
40
9.3%
2018
73
16.9%
2017
93
21.6%
2016
23
5.3%
2015
29
6.7%
2014
24
5.6%
2013
20
4.6%
2011
6
1.4%
2010
1
0.2%

Top Bitcoin Critics
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1
Peter Schiff
18
2
Warren Buffett
8
3
Steve Hanke
8
4
Nouriel Roubini
8
5
Jamie Dimon
7

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as a Bitcoin "death"?

We count any notable article, publication, or statement from a prominent figure that explicitly declares Bitcoin has failed, is worthless, will go to zero, or is fundamentally doomed. Each obituary is carefully verified and includes the original source, publication date, and Bitcoin's price at the time.

When was the first time Bitcoin was declared dead?

The first recorded Bitcoin obituary was on October 15, 2010, when Bitcoin was trading at just $0.11.

Why do people keep declaring Bitcoin dead?

Bitcoin obituaries typically spike during major price corrections or negative regulatory news. Critics often focus on Bitcoin's volatility, energy usage, regulatory challenges, or perceived lack of intrinsic value. Despite these criticisms, Bitcoin has demonstrated remarkable resilience throughout its history.

Explore the full obituaries database

Browse all 431 times Bitcoin has been declared dead, with original sources and historical context.

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