4chan’s Deep Crypto Roots Resurface Following Hack

Love it or loathe it, 4chan has left an undeniable mark on Internet culture. It’s birthed global memes, fueled conspiracy theories, and served as a catalyst for digital political movements ranging from Anonymous to the alt-right. It’s also been a haven for hackers, leakers, and whistleblowers.

And in the world of crypto? 4chan has had just as much influence, especially through its infamous ‘/biz/’ board, a hotspot for raw speculation, market predictions, and altcoin shilling campaigns.

The Wild West of Crypto Speculation

The /biz/ board, short for Business & Finance, has long been the heart of 4chan’s crypto scene. It’s where degens, traders, gamblers, and self-proclaimed market prophets gather to discuss everything from long-shot altcoins to macroeconomic trends.

While platforms like X and Telegram have become more dominant in the crypto conversation, /biz/ still holds a unique spot as a digital forum where anyone can post anonymously, no usernames, no likes, no influencers. Just raw, unfiltered market talk.

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Despite its chaotic nature, /biz/ has become a surprising source of early alpha. Savvy users often post about obscure tokens before they gain mainstream traction. Many early investors credit /biz/ for helping them discover “moonshots” well before they hit X threads or YouTube shill reels.

Prophecies, Market Manipulation, & Internet Lore

Beyond investment tips, /biz/ is also known for its surreal mix of crypto predictions, bizarre lore, and market conspiracies. Users frequently post bold forecasts or claim to possess inside information, and while many are wrong, a few have been shockingly accurate.

Take, for example, a post from January 2019, when an anonymous user predicted that Bitcoin would rise to $5,300 by April and $9,200 by July. At the time, BTC was languishing in the low $3,000s. The predictions turned out to be eerily on point, at least until the same user went on to claim Bitcoin would hit $87,000 by October 2020, a forecast that never materialized.

In May 2021, another anonymous poster claimed they worked for a Chinese firm tied to the government and warned of an impending crackdown. Hours later, China announced new restrictions banning financial institutions from offering crypto-related services. Bitcoin’s price tanked shortly after.

Memes, Misinformation, & Market Moves

Sometimes, the chaos on 4chan spills into the real world in more damaging ways. In June 2017, /biz/ became the source of a viral rumor that Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin had died in a car crash.

The false claim spread rapidly, even affecting markets: Ether’s market cap briefly plunged by $4 billion before Buterin dispelled the rumor by posting a selfie holding up the latest block number.

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These events highlight both the power and the peril of 4chan’s anonymous structure. It can be a breeding ground for innovation and early discovery, but also for manipulation, misinformation, and outright scams.

Why 4chan Still Matters In Crypto Today

While newer platforms like Discord, Telegram, and Farcaster now serve as major hubs for crypto communities, 4chan’s /biz/ remains a raw, unfiltered space where the noise can sometimes lead to real signal. Its chaotic nature reflects the speculative and often unpredictable energy of the crypto space itself.

Now that the platform has returned from what some called its “final blow,” it may once again become a haven for bold predictions, pump-and-dump coordination, and early alpha hunting.

Naturally, everyone is going to have their opinion when it comes to 4chan. Some say it’s a bastion of free speech and independence, whereas others say it’s nothing more than a safe haven for the worst kind of people.

Whether you consider it a toxic wasteland or a fringe incubator for crypto discovery, one thing’s clear: 4chan isn’t going anywhere, and its influence on the crypto world, love it or hate it, can’t be ignored.