Bitcoin Cash ABC (BCHA)
Key data
updated $0Bitcoin Cash ABC (BCHA) is a cryptocurrency that split from Bitcoin Cash (BCH) in 2020. It follows the original Bitcoin Cash roadmap with an emphasis on on-chain scaling and decentralized development. The ticker BCHA distinguishes it from other Bitcoin Cash variants.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bitcoin Cash ABC and how is it different from Bitcoin Cash?
Bitcoin Cash ABC (BCHA) is a fork of Bitcoin Cash (BCH) that occurred due to disagreements over development direction. Unlike BCH, BCHA maintains the original Bitcoin Cash ABC implementation and funds its development through a small portion of block rewards.
How does Bitcoin Cash ABC's technology work?
BCHA uses the same proof-of-work consensus as Bitcoin, with 10-minute block times. It increases block size (up to 32MB) for faster transactions and lower fees compared to Bitcoin, while keeping most other Bitcoin-like features.
How is new BCHA created?
Like Bitcoin, BCHA has a fixed supply cap of 21 million coins. New coins are mined through block rewards, which halve approximately every four years. A small portion of each block reward funds ongoing development.
How can I store and use Bitcoin Cash ABC?
BCHA can be stored in wallets supporting Bitcoin Cash ABC addresses (look for BCHA compatibility). It's accepted by merchants supporting Bitcoin Cash, though you should always confirm they specifically accept BCHA transactions.