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Bitcoin

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.

Bitcoin miners are feeling increasing pressure to either diversify or “double down” on BTC.

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Peaks as BTC Price Falls

Other Wall Street investment firms are likely to follow Morgan Stanley's lead, experts tell Decrypt.

Morgan Stanley Advisors Given Go-Ahead to Pitch Bitcoin ETFs to Investors

Financial services giant Morgan Stanley is reportedly giving wealth advisors approval to offer Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to wealthy clients. According to a new report by CNBC, a major Wall Street bank is giving its wealth advisors the go-ahead to pitch BTC ETFs to its customers for the first time.

Morgan Stanley Gives Wealth Advisors the Go-Ahead To Offer Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs to Clients: Report

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Crypto expert Travis Kling highlighted July as the most eventful month in crypto history, as well as being one of the most eventful months in the last 50 years of U.S. What Happened: Kling begins his list of 20 highlights for July with the most awaited, hyped and talked-about event: Donald Trump's keynote speech at the Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) conference. The event highlighted Trump stating that he will fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler, holding on to the government-seized Bitcoin, create a strategic Bitcoin reserve and embrace stablecoins.

Here's Why July For Bitcoin, Ethereum Was 'One Of The Most Eventful Months In Crypto History'

Chivo Wallet, the official Bitcoin wallet of the Salvadoran government, has been operating without presenting any of its financial balances to the National Registry Center (CNR).

El Salvador's Chivo Wallet Has Not Presented Any Financial Balances Since Its Creation

Widely followed analyst and trader Michaël van de Poppe believes Bitcoin (BTC) could be just weeks away from hitting a new all-time high (ATH).

Bitcoin Could Be Weeks Away From a New All-Time High, According to Michaël van de Poppe – But There's a Catch

Morgan Stanley will soon allow its wealth advisors to pitch Bitcoin ETFs, a look at three crypto-related firms' Q2 financial results and more.

The Daily: Morgan Stanley advisors pitching Bitcoin ETFs, Genesis begins distribution, crypto earnings and more

The price of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies wavered Friday after a U.S. jobs report coaxed fears of an imminent recession on Wall Street.

Bitcoin Price Dips After Weak US Jobs Report Sparks Wall Street Panic

Crypto analyst Miles Deutscher is “shocked” at the current state of the altcoin market, noting its weakness against major cryptocurrencies. What Happened: Deutscher noted that despite Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) maintaining strong positions, many altcoins are revisiting their July lows.

Top Analyst Is 'Shocked' At The State Of The Altcoin Market, Highlights Weakness Against Bitcoin, Ethereum

Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) has announced plans to allow its financial advisors to offer Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) ETFs to certain clients. What Happened: This decision, set to take effect on Wednesday, marks a significant departure from the cautious stance maintained by other major financial institutions, CNBC reported.

Morgan Stanley Takes Bold Step Into Crypto Market, Offering Bitcoin ETFs To Select Clients

"While gold's rally might not directly drive Bitcoin prices, it could create an environment more conducive to [crypto] investment," an analyst said.

Bitcoin 'Digital Gold' Status Tested as Real Gold Sets New All-Time High

A brief overview of the recently proposed bill by Senator Cynthia Lummis to accumulate Bitcoin in a strategic US Reserve.

The BITCOIN Act of 2024

Grayscale played a pivotal role in the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, but has seen its fund bleed assets as Wall Street titans push ahead.

Grayscale Bitcoin Trust BTC Holdings Dropped 55% in First Half of 2024

In a surprising turn of events, the latest U.S. employment data has significantly shifted market expectations for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy, potentially influencing the cryptocurrency landscape. What Happened: Fresh figures show weaker-than-anticipated payroll growth, prompting a dramatic increase in the probability of a substantial rate cut by September.

Bitcoin Tanks On Weak Payroll Data: Experts Weigh In How A Fed Rate Cut Would Impact Crypto

Exploring the Potential Surge: When Will Retail Investors Return to Bitcoin and Drive Prices Higher?

Bitcoin's Anticipated Retail Resurgence

Wallets linked to bankrupt crypto lender Genesis moved $1.1 billion in bitcoin and $521 million in ether on Friday, likely to repay creditors.

Genesis is moving $1.5 billion in bitcoin and ether, likely for creditor repayments

Major U.S. stock indexes are suffering 2.5%-3.5% declines on Friday.

Bitcoin Slumps Below $63K, Altcoins Rekt, as Crypto Succumbs to Risk Off Mood

The move will take effect on Wednesday and will be open to clients with a net worth of at least $1.5 million.

Morgan Stanley to Offer Bitcoin ETFs to Wealthy Clients: CNBC

The U.S.'s pursuit of Bitcoin mining dominance could offer a golden ticket to national renewal, with our projections suggesting it could contribute to $30.6 billion in GDP and 54,000 jobs by 2028 if the U.S. captures 90% of the global market.

Make America Mine Again: How Donald Trump's Plan for U.S. Bitcoin Dominance Could Trigger a New Digital Gold Rush

Starting Wednesday, Morgan Stanley's financial advisors can solicit eligible clients to purchase shares of BlackRock and Fidelity's spot Bitcoin ETFs.

Morgan Stanley to Offer Bitcoin ETFs to Wealth Clients: CNBC

Morgan Stanley will offer spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to select high-net-worth clients, according to a CNBC report.

Morgan Stanley to allow wealth advisors to pitch bitcoin ETFs to some clients: CNBC

Morgan Stanley on Friday told its army of financial advisors that it will soon allow them to offer bitcoin ETFs to some clients, a first among major Wall Street banks, CNBC has learned.

Morgan Stanley tells wealth advisors they can pitch bitcoin ETFs in a first for major Wall Street firms

At Bitcoin 2024, Rep. Nickel said that he'll push the Democrats to take a more pro-Bitcoin and pro-crypto policy approach moving forward in part to keep Bitcoin and crypto a bipartisan issue. We caught up with the Congressman to get more details.

Congressman Wiley Nickel On Reforming The Democrats' Bitcoin Strategy

Lightning Ventures launched Thunder Funder, a platform allowing retail investors to fund Bitcoin and open-source startups. The Reg CF portal democratizes early-stage investing previously restricted to accredited investors.

Retail Investors Can Now Invest in Bitcoin Startups with Thunder Funder

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Aug. 2, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

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