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Bitcoin Network Faces Potential Sybil Attack With Sudden Surge in New IP Addresses

Bitcoin's network has experienced a sudden influx of new IP addresses, raising concerns about a potential sybil attack. The spike in unique addresses could be attributed to various factors, including legitimate network growth, surveillance activities, or preparation for a media campaign.

Bitcoin's network has experienced a sudden influx of new IP addresses, raising concerns about a potential sybil attack. The spike in unique addresses could be attributed to various factors, including legitimate network growth, surveillance activities, or preparation for a media campaign.

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