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Bitcoin is a new electronic payment system that removes the need for third party financial institutions. It speeds up transactions while reducing costs and minimizing the potential for fraud. The name “cryptocurrency” points to how it uses “cryptographic proof” to work, AKA a blockchain.

Bitcoin’s concept was first introduced in 2008 when a person going by the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto shared a white paper titled “Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System.” In January 2009, the Bitcoin blockchain was launched. 

A new electronic payment system called Bitcoin removes the need for third-party financial institutions. It speeds up transactions while reducing costs and fraud-risk. The name “cryptocurrency” points to how it uses “cryptographic proof” to work, AKA a blockchain.   

Bitcoin has a finite supply of 21 million, which is expected to be reached by the year 2140. Currently, 18.8 million are circulating in the market. Note that Bitcoin represents the concept of the network, while bitcoin (lower-case ‘b’) represents the currency.

Bitcoin is one of the most well-known cryptos as it was the first decentralized currency. 

Currently, BTC’s dominance is above 40%. Bitcoin Dominance is a measure of how much of the total market cap of crypto is made up of Bitcoin. Bitcoin’s influence in the crypto ecosystem could be vulnerable to competition as alternative coins grow in popularity and utility.

From the fall of peer-to-peer networks to the dangers of blind optimism, this guide explores how Bitcoin could face existential threats unless we change course. Overconfidence and arrogance could be Bitcoin's biggest threats. From "The Halving Issue".

A Manual Guide to Killing Bitcoin: The Eternal Return

Market equilibrium could be a “transition point” to a bear market, according to a Glassnode report.

Calm Before the Storm? Why Bitcoin Traders Can Expect a Bumpy Ride

The Osprey Bitcoin Trust is the latest acquisition by Bitwise, boosting its assets under management even higher.

Bitwise Grows Bitcoin ETF With $120 Million Trust Acquisition

Cryptocurrency analyst Lark Davis painted a rosy picture for the long-term prospects of the crypto industry, predicting significant upside for the next 12 months. What Happened: In a post on social media platform X, Davis stated that gold prices are currently at an all-time high.

Veteran Bitcoin Investor Predicts Biggest Bull Run To Start Soon: 'Long Choppy Summer, But It's Time To Buckle Up'

More than five months of sideways price action is testing investors' patience, but similar low-volatility episodes led to break-outs to new record prices, one observer noted.

Bitcoin Slides Below $62K as Consolidation Drags on, but Traders Eye Possible Parabolic Rally

The crypto elite are growing, with the number of Bitcoin millionaires surging during the bull market, a Henley & Partners report says.

Bitcoin Millionaires Have Doubled Since Last Year as Markets Heated Up

Stock exchange Nasdaq on Tuesday filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list and trade Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) Index Options (XBTX). What Happened: This move comes as the exchange giant aims to expand its cryptocurrency offerings, following similar plans announced by its rival, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

Nasdaq Seeks SEC Approval For Bitcoin Index Options, Following NYSE's Lead

As August draws to a close with just four days left, bitcoin has slipped by 2.74% this month, leaving market watchers eager to see if September will bring better news. History hasn't been kind to bitcoin in September; over the past 11 years, it has ended the month on a downward trend 72.

Bitcoin's Rough September Price History Raises Questions for 2024

Donald Trump's fourth digital card collection has arrived, with 360,000 potential NFTs offered—and bits of his suit from the Biden debate.

Trump Releases Yet Another NFT Collection—This One Shows Him ‘Holding Some Bitcoins' and Dancing

The story of Didier Somnuke, a Thai Bitcoiner, and his journey through Bitcoin.

An Untold Story of Bitcoin in Thailand

Marathon Digital, the largest publicly traded miner, is buying bitcoin in the open market, despite acquiring the digital assets at a discount via mining.

Bitcoin Mining Is So Rough a Miner Adopted Michael Saylor's Successful BTC Strategy

Nasdaq partners with CF Benchmarks to introduce Bitcoin Index Options, enhancing risk management tools and liquidity in the crypto market, pending SEC approval.

Nasdaq Seeks SEC Approval for Bitcoin Index Options, Aims to Boost Crypto Market Maturity

Nasdaq is seeking approval from regulators to allow the launch and trading of options tied to the price of bitcoin, the exchange said Tuesday.

Nasdaq Looks to Offer Bitcoin Options, Following Rival NYSE's Plans

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Technical analyst CryptoCred offered insights into Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) price action, emphasizing the importance of futures data and market structure in crypto trading. What Happened: In the latest episode of “Monday Markets,” CryptoCred noted a jump in Bitcoin's futures market quarterly to around 8%-9% annualized, which he considers "not too crazy.

The 2 Technical Analysis Scenarios For Bitcoin (And Why Ethereum Just Can't Catch A Break)

Hilbert Group and Xapo Bank have announced a strategic partnership to launch a Bitcoin-denominated hedge fund exceeding $200 million, set to launch in September 2024.

Hilbert Group Partners with Xapo Bank to Launch $200 Million Bitcoin Hedge Fund

Market indicators suggest that Bitcoin could be in for rough September, says Fairlead Strategies. Here's what to watch for.

Bitcoin Price Poised for a Weak September, Analysts Say

Nasdaq is seeking U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approval to list and trade bitcoin index options.

Nasdaq seeks SEC approval to list and trade bitcoin index options

Over the past seven months, data from cryptoquant.com reveals a staggering $26 billion worth of bitcoin and ethereum has been pulled from centralized crypto exchanges. During the same period, trading platforms have seen an influx of $9.1 billion ERC20-based tethers since Jan. 1.

Centralized Exchanges See $26B in Bitcoin and Ethereum Outflows Since January

U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw inflows of $202.51 million on Monday, marking the eighth consecutive day of gains. In contrast, spot ethereum ETFs experienced a loss of $13.23 million during the same trading session. Bitcoin ETFs Enjoy 8th Straight Day of Inflows With $202M Boost On Aug.

US Bitcoin ETFs Surge by $202M While Ethereum ETFs Bleed $13M in Outflows

Last week saw digital asset investment products pull in $533 million, the largest inflows for five weeks, according to CoinShares.

BlackRock and Grayscale ETFs Hold Nearly 3% of All Circulating Bitcoin

Nasdaq is seeking the green light from regulators to launch and trade options on a bitcoin index, the exchange operator said on Tuesday.

Nasdaq seeks SEC approval for bitcoin index options

Bitcoin and The bitcoin price Now, Russia is gearing up to begin testing crypto exchanges to help ease the flow of cross-border transactions that have been crippled by

Leak Reveals A Russia Earthquake Is Suddenly Hurtling Toward Bitcoin And Crypto Amid Price Swings

The effect of miner concentration is yet to be seen, the note said.

Bitcoin Mining Sector Is in a Consolidation Phase: Architect Partners

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Aug. 27, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Drops as Traders Take Profits

A crypto strategist known for calling market bottoms believes Bitcoin (BTC) is preparing for a big breakout and rally to fresh record highs. In a new video update, pseudonymous analyst Bluntz tells his 271,900 followers on the social media platform X that the last leg of Bitcoin's five-wave surge is underway.

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