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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.

A widely followed crypto analyst thinks Bitcoin (BTC) could be on the verge of stabilizing after a sizeable correction. Pseudonymous crypto trader Rekt Capital tells his 482,500 followers on the social media platform X that BTC is showing positive signs of life after its most recent drop.

‘Fake Breakdown'? – Crypto Analyst Says BTC About to Challenge Downtrend After Showing Stability

Since confiscating nearly 50,000 bitcoin in January, Germany's state of Saxony has sold over half of its initial holdings, causing distress in the crypto market.

It's Not Germany Selling Bitcoin. It's One of Its States and It Has No Choice.

A look at Bitcoin's potential role in geopolitics and international diplomacy in a hyperbitcoinized world.

Bitcoin As A Notarization Layer For Political Agreements

Bitcoin miner Hut 8 Corp. has entered into a definitive power purchase agreement for a site in West Texas. The agreement provides Hut 8 with 205 megawatts of power capacity, marking the first conversion from its 1,100 megawatts development pipeline.

Bitcoin Miner Hut 8 Secures 205 MW Power Agreement in Texas

The seven-day moving average of the average transaction fee on Bitcoin reached lows of just $1.75.

Bitcoin sees surge in new addresses as its price drops

Canadian rapper Drake is backing his home country with a large bet in the 2024 Copa America tournament. The bet comes with Drake's Team Canada a heavy underdog against Lionel Messi and Argentina.

Drake Bets $300K In Bitcoin On Canada Over Argentina In Copa America: 'This Could Get Messi'

Ethereum

There are several ways to front-run a pending bitcoin transaction. One in particular could lead to private mempools, and thus centralization of authority on the blockchain.

MEV Has Spread to Bitcoin, in Subtler Forms Than on Ethereum

ARK Invest chief executive Cathie Wood believes Bitcoin (BTC) is only halfway through its current bull market cycle. In a new interview with science and tech entrepreneur Peter Diamandis, Wood says that ARK believes that parabolic rallies may signal that the end of the bull market is near.

Cathie Wood Says Bitcoin Likely Halfway Through Bull Market, Predicts BTC Adoption by Major Banking Giants

Deflecting a question on the timing of rate cuts, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's Senate commentary highlighted the risks of tight monetary policy.

Bitcoin's Price Steady as Powell Points to Progress on Inflation Fight

According to the latest tally, onchain data collected at 12 p.m. EDT on July 9 indicates that the German government has sold 3,840 BTC valued at $220.7 million since 4:30 p.m. EDT on July 8.

German Government Sells $220.7M in Bitcoin, Retains $1.3B Reserve

Since the good old days when anyone could successfully mine Bitcoin on their PCs are long gone, the entire industry has undergone a significant transformation. Growing competition from larger mining entities has gradually made individual mining more challenging, even for those who managed to stay afloat.

GoMining Unwrapped: How Mining BTC with NFTs Works

As Republicans openly embrace the crypto cause, Senator Marsha Blackburn is the latest to open up donations with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more.

Senator Marsha Blackburn Now Accepting Bitcoin Donations, Following Trump

Analysts report that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) prices may have found a local bottom and are showing signs of stabilization. What Happened: The exchange's analysts observed that derivatives market indicators suggest bitcoin's price could be stabilizing, The Block reported.

$53K Was The Bitcoin Bottom? Indeed, Bitfinex Analysts Say

New data from prediction market platform Kalshi indicates a strong consensus among traders that Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) price may dip below the $50,000 mark by the end of the year. What Happened: According to the market, there is a 79% probability that Bitcoin will at some point dip below the $50,000 threshold before year's end.

Why Bitcoin Has A 79% Chance Bitcoin To Dip Below $50K This Year

Three months after the fourth Bitcoin halving, Bitcoin's mining difficulty has dropped to lows last seen in late 2022. What Happened: Bitcoin's mining difficulty dropped by 7.8% over the weekend, a reduction reminiscent of the decline seen after the FTX collapse in 2022, according to CoinDesk.

Bitcoin Mining Is Now As Easy As It Was In 2022

Jerome Powell made clear that central bank policymakers are focused on downside risks to the economy as much as they are inflation.

Bitcoin Little-Changed Above $57K as Fed Chair Powell Testifies to Congress

TeraWulf Inc (NASDAQ:WULF) on Tuesday announced that it paid off a term loan early, eliminating all outstanding debt. What Happened: TeraWulf completed full repayment of its term loan ahead of schedule after making a final payment of $77.5 million.

What's Going On With Shares Of Bitcoin Miner TeraWulf Tuesday?

The German government is keeping Bitcoin traders on the edge of their seats, relocating thousands of BTC in just one day. The blockchain “de-anonymizing” platform Arkham reports that the German government moved more than 16,000 BTC worth over $915 million in a 24-hour period.

German Government Moves Nearly $1,000,000,000 in Bitcoin in Just 24 Hours – Here's Where the BTC Is Going

On Monday, U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced their second consecutive day of inflows, accumulating $294.9 million. Blackrock's IBIT dominated the trading sessions, attracting $187.21 million in inflows. Blackrock's IBIT Dominates With $187.21 Million Spot bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. experienced another day of gains on Monday, capturing $294.

US Spot Bitcoin ETFs See Second Day of Inflows, Amassing $294.9 Million

A local bottom has been reached for bitcoin, with derivatives market indicators pointing to upcoming price stability, analysts say.

Bitfinex says bitcoin prices may have bottomed and are beginning to stabilize

Germany has moved more than $300 million worth of its seized Bitcoin already on Tuesday, one day after transferring over $900 million in BTC.

Germany Moves Another $362 Million Worth of Bitcoin as Selloff Continues

Maya Parbhoe is running for President of Suriname on a pro-Bitcoin platform. The trailblazing businesswoman wants to get the Surinamese people out of “survival mode” and take on the corruption that plagues her country, some which has impacted her on the most personal level.

Meet Maya Parbhoe: The Pro-Bitcoin Presidential Candidate Who Wants to Save Suriname

Spot Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw nearly $300 million in net inflows on Monday — the highest since early June when BTC traded over $70,000. What Happened: Data from SoSoValue shows BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (NASDAQ:IBIT) led the buying spree with $187 million in net inflows.

What Dip? Bitcoin ETFs Shake Off 'Dumb Money' Label With $300M Inflows

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) traders are hopeful that macroeconomic data could extend the relief rally and halt the crypto king's recent slide below $60,000. What Happened: Crypto analyst Michaёl van de Poppe predicted a positive week for Bitcoin in his latest post, pointing to several catalysts: Fed chair Jerome Powell testifying on policy New CPI & PPI data impacting yields and the DXY A possible launch of Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) on July 15.

CPI Data, Jerome Powell, Ethereum ETFs: What Bitcoin Traders Are Watching This Week

The rise of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has transformed how investors approach the cryptocurrency market. Among the leading Bitcoin ETFs, the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) and the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) stand out, offering distinct advantages and attracting different investor profiles.

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