Bitcoin Cash

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) is a peer-to-peer cryptocurrency that emerged as a result of a fork from the original Bitcoin network in 2017. It aims to offer faster and cheaper transactions by increasing the block size limit, making it suitable for everyday transactions and digital payments.

Buying

Bitcoin Cash

BCH

Through the App

Bitcoin Cash

's popularity has made it readily accessible through various platforms, including our app. If you're interested in buying

Bitcoin Cash

, here's how you can do it through our app:

1

Download and Install Our App

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2

Sign up and Get verified

With no foreign transaction fees, you can spend your crypto globally, anywhere Visa is accepted.

3

Deposit funds

Deposit crypto to your Wayex Wallet or deposit $AUD via PaylD or BSB & Account Number within seconds.

4

Browse the market

Once you're verified and have your funds ready, navigate to the

Bitcoin Cash

BCH

 section within the app. Here you can view real-time prices, historical data, and market trends.

5

Place your order

Specify the amount of

Bitcoin Cash

you want to buy and confirm your order. You can choose to buy a fraction of a

Bitcoin Cash

or whole units, depending on your preference and budget.

Done! You have now bought

Bitcoin Cash

. What now? You can either keep your crypto in your Wayex Wallet or you can transfer it to a different hot or cold storage wallet for added security, or you can cash out and spend your crypto through the Wayex Card, which converts your crypto into fiat in real-time! It works anywhere Visa is accepted.

Understanding

Bitcoin Cash

BCH

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) is a prominent cryptocurrency that branched off from Bitcoin (BTC) in August 2017. It was created to address some of the limitations of the original Bitcoin network, primarily focusing on scalability and transaction speed.

One of the main differences between Bitcoin Cash and Bitcoin is the block size limit. BCH increased the block size from 1MB (in Bitcoin) to 8MB, allowing for more transactions to be processed in each block. This change was intended to reduce congestion and lower transaction fees, making BCH suitable for everyday transactions.

Bitcoin Cash operates on a decentralised blockchain, and its underlying technology remains similar to Bitcoin's. It employs a proof-of-work consensus mechanism, where miners validate transactions and secure the network by solving complex mathematical puzzles.

One of the key advantages of BCH is its fast transaction confirmation times. With larger blocks, transactions are processed more swiftly, offering users quicker settlement for payments. This feature is essential for cryptocurrencies to be used as a practical means of exchange for goods and services.

Bitcoin Cash is embraced by various businesses and platforms as a form of payment, further increasing its utility. It's widely accepted by online retailers, gaming platforms, and service providers.

However, it's important to note that the Bitcoin Cash community remains divided on its vision and direction, which has led to several forks, resulting in different versions of BCH. Despite these challenges, Bitcoin Cash remains a significant player in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, known for its focus on transactional efficiency and usability in daily life.

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