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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.

Healthcare firm Semler Scientific has bought an additional 303 bitcoin, bringing the company's total bitcoin holdings to 1,873 BTC.

Semler Scientific buys additional 303 BTC, expands its bitcoin treasury's value to over $180 million

The company now holds a total of 1,873 BTC in its corporate treasury. Healthcare Technology Company Sells Shares To Buy Bitcoin Medical device firm Semler Scientific (Nasdaq: SMLR) purchased 303 bitcoin (BTC) between November 25 and December 4, bringing its total bitcoin holdings to 1,873, worth nearly $190 million at current prices.

Semler Scientific Acquires 303 BTC, Doubles Down on Bitcoin Treasury Strategy

Semler's on the Bitcoin Standard and added 303 Bitcoin over the last two weeks.

Semler Scientific Adds Another $30 Million in Bitcoin to its Balance Sheet

More than $1.1 billion worth of cryptocurrencies have been liquidated across exchanges in the last 24 hours.

Crypto liquidations soar to highest since 2021 as bitcoin drops below $100,000

Bitcoin's move triggered more than $1 billion in liquidations across the market, with roughly 80% stemming from long positions.

Bitcoin Plunges $6K in Minutes, Recovers to $98K as Crypto Liquidations Top $1 Billion

Binance is doubling down on its commitment to bridging traditional finance and defi with the introduction of Babylon bitcoin staking. Earn Passive Income By Staking Bitcoin on Binance Binance has unveiled its latest offering for decentralized finance (defi) with onchain yields through Babylon bitcoin Staking.

Binance Launches Onchain Yields With Bitcoin Staking

Bitcoin (BTC) continues its historic climb, trading at $103,232 and boasting a market capitalization of $2.039 trillion, a milestone that cements its place as the seventh most valuable asset globally. This surge places its market cap at approximately 11.34% of gold's $17.972 trillion valuation, highlighting its growing influence in the financial ecosystem.

Bitcoin's Road to $1 Million: The Seventh Wonder of the Financial World Makes History

BTC has been red-hot lately, taking out a milestone, but the bottom just fell out.

Bitcoin Crashed Below $94K in Sudden Plunge From Record Perch Around $100K

A crypto millionaire has hidden millions of dollars worth of treasure across the United States — and published a book on how to find it.

A crypto millionaire has launched a nationwide 'treasure hunt'—and hidden multiple bitcoin worth more than $100,000 each

Bitcoin reached a peak of $103,647 on Dec. 5, just a day after crossing the $100,000 mark for the first time. By 3:30 p.m. ET, it dipped to a low of $97,917 per unit. Crypto Frenzy Cools: Bitcoin Nosedives After Historic $103K Peak Bitcoin's dramatic climb began on Dec.

Market Whiplash: Bitcoin Hits $103K, Then Crashes Under $98K

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Cryptocurrency markets saw highly volatile trading on Thursday, with Bitcoin first crossing the $100,000 milestone but falling back to a low of $98,000 in the afternoon. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $98,600 -0.2% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,815 -1.8% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $232.2 -0.9% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.4302 +2.0% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00003047 +0.6% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 3.2% and daily active addresses falling by 3.4%.

Bitcoin Breaks $100,000, Falls Back Below, Ethereum, Dogecoin Follow Lower: A 'Scam Dump' To Wipe Out Leverage?

So much for $100K: Bitcoin fell under the milestone mark Thursday and then dipped below $99,000, leaving liquidated positions in its wake.

Bitcoin Price Falls Under $100,000 as Historic Surge Cools—And Longs Get Rekt

Digital assets manager Hashnote on Thursday announced it has integrated with Core, a Proof of Stake (PoS) Layer for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), to offer investors enhanced yield on Bitcoin holdings. This collaboration introduces a mechanism that allows Bitcoin holders to earn higher returns without additional credit or custody risks.

Hashnote Integrates Core's Dual Staking For Enhanced Bitcoin Yields

Bitcoin (BTC) shattered the $100,000 milestone for the first time after President-elect Donald Trump announced his new pick to chair the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). According to a new report by AP News, Trump has picked former SEC Commissioner and current Patomak Partners chief executive Paul Atkins to head the regulatory agency.

Bitcoin (BTC) Smashes Through $100,000 Following Trump's Pick of Paul Atkins for SEC Chair

Nasdaq-listed auto parts firm Worksport said Thursday that it would buy $5 million in Bitcoin and XRP as a diversification strategy.

Another Publicly Traded Firm Is Putting Bitcoin in Its Treasury—XRP Too

Bitcoin broke the $100,000 barrier on Dec. 4, hitting an all-time high of $103,647 the next day, sending waves of excitement through the crypto world. Crypto Industry Execs Weigh in on the Six-Digit Crypto Milestone This long-awaited achievement lit up social media, as fans and industry insiders celebrated the milestone.

Bitcoin at $100K: Industry Voices Say ‘This Is Just the Beginning'

American entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano on Thursday celebrated Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) historic rise to $100,000 while urging the community to help others learn about the cryptocurrency. What Happened: In a passionate video message to his YouTube subscribers, Pompliano emphasized the importance of sharing knowledge and fostering a culture of education as Bitcoin cements its place in the global financial landscape.

Anthony Pompliano Says Countries Are 'Going To FOMO' Into Buying Bitcoin

"Fade the McRib at your own expense," one believer told Decrypt. Why the fan-favorite McDonald's sandwich is seen as a Bitcoin price signal.

More Than a Meme? Bitcoin Tops $100K as the McRib Returns

Anthony Scaramucci, founder and managing partner of SkyBridge Capital, reaffirmed his bullish stance on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), citing its potential to surge further. What Happened: Reacting to skepticism from traditional financial figures, Scaramucci stated in a post on X on Thursday: "The fact that some finance aristocrats still thumb their nose at Bitcoin means we still have plenty of room to run.

Anthony Scaramucci Claps Back At Bitcoin Naysayers, Says There's 'Plenty Of Room To Run:' Is His $150,000 Prediction Within Reach?

The following article is adapted from The Block's newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

The Daily: Bitcoin breaks $100K, Emergence discussions and more

After BTC hit $100,000, growing from zero to $2 trillion in a decade and a half, CoinDesk rounded up reactions — from believers and skeptics — to the milestone.

Bitcoin at $100K: The Financial World Reacts

Bitcoin (NASDAQ:BTC) could reach an impressive $200,000 by the end of 2025, driven by surging institutional inflows and greater adoption by traditional financial institutions, according to Standard Chartered‘s Geoffrey Kendrick. What Happened: Kendrick highlighted the robust institutional demand that has propelled Bitcoin past the $100,000 mark this year, with expectations for even greater momentum in the years ahead.

Bitcoin Set To Hit $200,000 By End Of 2025, Says Standard Chartered

Whoa, if you think Bitcoin hitting $100K is the peak, think again — with what's ahead in 2025, we're just getting started folks!

$100,000 Bitcoin Price Is Just The Beginning

A Nayib Bukele Bitcoin meme posted by El Salvador's Bitcoin Office went viral in Guatemala last month, and, from what I'm told, it's prompted the powers that be in the country to begin doing their homework on Bitcoin so to craft better policy around the asset.

The Guatemalan Government Is Taking A Closer Look At Bitcoin — All Because Of A Meme

CryptoQuant data shows a notable increase in the "long-term holder spent output profit" ratio, which measures their profit level.

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