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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.

Former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci, a prominent figure in the finance world and now a vocal critic of his former boss Donald Trump, has nonetheless voiced his support for Trump's position on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). What Happened: On Sunday, Scaramucci took to X to express his approval of Republican policies that are aiding the crypto industry.

Scaramucci: 'I Agree With Every Single Thing' Trump Has Said On Bitcoin

New documents reveal that the State of Michigan holds millions of dollars worth of investments in the ARK 21Shares Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF). According to a new 13-F filing with the U.S.

State of Michigan Unveils Nearly $6,600,000 Investment in ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF

At the Bitcoin 2024 conference, Republican U.S. Senator for Wyoming, Cynthia Lummis, introduced the “Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Bill” aimed at establishing a strong bitcoin reserve to mitigate the national debt and strengthen the economy. The bill proposes converting federal assets into bitcoin (BTC), capitalizing on its appreciating value without raising taxes.

Senator Lummis Proposes Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Bill to Bolster US Economy

According to recent data, bitcoin's total hashrate achieved a record high this week, based on the seven-day simple moving average (SMA). On July 25, the hashrate, measured by the seven-day SMA, reached 677 exahash per second (EH/s), surpassing the 659 EH/s recorded on May 25.

Bitcoin 7-Day Hashrate Average Hits Record 677 EH/s, Surpassing May 25 High

Bitcoin prices have rebounded strongly, providing relief to short-term holders and leading to increased activity in perpetual futures markets, according to a report by onchain analytics firm Glassnode. The report highlights significant developments in market dynamics and the overall health of the cryptocurrency market.

Bitcoin Short-Term Holders See Relief as Prices Rebound, Glassnode Reports

The German government kept the cryptocurrency market on tenterhooks with its sale of state-owned Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) in recent weeks. The process culminated earlier this month, with nearly 50,000 BTC, worth $2.89 billion, dumped in the open market.

German Lawmaker Joana Cotar Calls 50K Bitcoin Sale By Her Nation A 'Monumental Missed Opportunity,' Says Holding King Crypto As 'Strategic Reserve' Could Reduce US Dollar Dependence

A post-halving stretch has put pressure on Bitcoin mining firms' business models, but some are branching out into AI and chip manufacturing.

Bitcoin Miners Weathering ‘Identity Crisis' as Some Eye AI and Acquisitions

One of the traders who figured out that the housing market was on the brink of collapse in 2007 says he's long on Bitcoin (BTC) because of a weakening US dollar.

‘Big Short' Investor Says ‘Huge Debasement' of US Dollar and Fiat Currency Driving Bullish Bitcoin Trade

Bitcoin has traded sideways over the last 24 as people digest Donald Trump's well-telegraphed bitcoin bombshell.

‘Absolute Game Changer'—Congress Introduces Radical Bitcoin Bill As Trump Primes Price For A $100 Trillion Surge To Replace Gold

MicroStrategy founder and executive chairman Michael Saylor thinks Bitcoin (BTC) will skyrocket over 19,000% in about two decades. Speaking at the Bitcoin2024 conference in Nashville, Saylor unveils his long-term predictions for BTC, stretching out to the year 2045.

MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor Says Bitcoin Will Hit $13,000,000 in Base-Case Scenario – Here's His Timeline

History was made at the Bitcoin conference in Nashville as former President Donald Trump delivered a keynote speech, attended by 10 senators and 2 presidential candidates.

Trump's Pro-Bitcoin Stance Could Transform America

The week was a whirlwind of cryptocurrency news, with big names like Elon Musk and Vice President Kamala Harris making headlines. From Musk's profile picture causing a meme coin surge to Harris' team seeking crypto advice from Mark Cuban, the crypto world was buzzing with activity.

Cynthia Lummis Slams Biden's 30% Bitcoin Mining Tax Proposal, Vice President Kamala Harris Snubs Bitcoin Conference And More: Top Crypto Updates This Week

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump told a bitcoin conference on Saturday that the U.S. must dominate the sector or China would, his latest move to court advocates of cryptocurrency, which Beijing has restricted and which he once dismissed as a "scam."

Trump cites China competition in vowing to create bitcoin 'stockpile'

Senator Tim Scott highlighted bitcoin's potential to democratize finance and improve financial inclusion at the Bitcoin 2024 Conference. He criticized the Biden administration's approach to digital assets and endorsed efforts to overturn restrictive SEC guidelines. Scott advocated for balanced regulation that encourages innovation without stifling growth or pushing it overseas.

US Senator Hails Bitcoin's Potential to Democratize Finance and Improve Financial Inclusion

Former President Trump is vowing to implement a total transformation of US Bitcoin and crypto policy if re-elected. At the Bitcoin2024 conference in Nashville, Trump said he will fire Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler on day one, and end policies that prevent crypto investors and companies from using digital assets.

Former President Trump Vows To Create Strategic National Bitcoin Stockpile, Fire Gary Gensler and Make America the ‘Crypto Capital of the Planet'

The following excerpts from former President Donald Trump's speech – aided by AI transcription – focus on portions of his remarks in Nashville, Tenn., in which he addressed crypto and the industry directly.

In Donald Trump's Own Words – a Partial Transcript of His Bitcoin 2024 Speech

BTC jumped above $69,000 earlier Saturday on hopes Trump would announce buying the asset if elected president.

Bitcoin Prices See Wild Trading as Trump Plans to Establish BTC as U.S. Strategic Asset

Trump largely reiterated past talking points in his speech, but made a few new crypto-related promises in his address to the Bitcoin 2024 conference.

Trump says he'll fire SEC Chair Gensler and create strategic bitcoin reserve if elected: Bitcoin 2024

Donald Trump took the stage at Bitcoin 2024 and promised big plans for BTC and cryptocurrency in the United States if elected.

‘Never Sell Your Bitcoin': Trump Vows to Establish 'Strategic BTC Stockpile'

The Wyoming senator brought a copy of her legislation to the stage at the Bitcoin Conference in Nashville.

U.S. Senator Lummis Proposes the U.S. Buy 1M Bitcoin to Reduce National Debt

Lummis announced the bill on stage at Bitcoin 2024 and gave additional details to The Block in an interview about the 'Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.'

Sen. Cynthia Lummis announces bill for US Treasury to buy 1 million bitcoin worth $69 billion: Bitcoin 2024

On Saturday, July 27, 2024, the 45th president of the United States spoke to a massive crowd at the Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville. The event began with David Bailey, CEO of Bitcoin Magazine, presenting Trump with a 2013 Casascius physical bitcoin loaded with 1 BTC.

Trump at Bitcoin 2024: Vows to Make US the Bitcoin Superpower, Plans to Fire SEC Chair Gensler

The price of bitcoin eased on Saturday as U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump told an audience of cryptocurrency enthusiasts that bitcoin was going to the moon and he wanted the U.S. to lead the way.

Bitcoin price dips as Trump addresses crypto audience

Thousands of bitcoiners camped out for hours to see crypto's self-declared candidate on Saturday at the Bitcoin Conference in Nashville.

'If We Don't Do It, China Will': Trump's Crypto Embrace Tightens as He Speaks at Bitcoin Event in Nashville

A new CoinGecko survey reveals that about four in 10 crypto market participants are expecting Bitcoin (BTC) to shatter the $100,000 price level. CoinGecko polled 2,558 people associated with the digital asset industry, of whom 69% identified as crypto investors with primarily long-term holdings.

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