Accidental Fork

An accidental fork is a situation in which a blockchain splits into two separate chains due to a software bug or other technical issue. This can happen when a new version of the software is released and some users continue to use the old version, resulting in two separate chains. Accidental forks can be disruptive and can lead to a loss of data or funds if not handled properly. To prevent accidental forks, developers should ensure that all users are running the same version of the software and that the software is thoroughly tested before being released.