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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.

Jeremy Allaire, CEO of stablecoin issuer Circle, voiced increased optimism about the current state of cryptocurrencies and expected significant advancements over the next decade. What Happened: In a long post on X Wednesday, Allaire enthusiastically remarked, "I'm more bullish than I have ever been about crypto.

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire Bets Big On Bitcoin, Stablecoins: 'I'm More Bullish Than I Have Ever Been About Crypto'

The VanEck Bitcoin ETF operates as a feeder fund, allowing investors to gain exposure to bitcoin via US-listed VanEck Bitcoin Trust.

Australia's largest stock exchange lists its first spot bitcoin ETF

Argentinian President Javier Milei recently expressed his support for the free competition of currencies, including Bitcoin (CRYTO: BTC), in an X post Wednesday. What Happened: Milei, known for his pro-Bitcoin stance, was responding to a pleasantry by Gabor Gurbacs–a cryptocurrency analyst who was previously employed with VanEck–who said, “Bitcoin a todos,” meaning “Bitcoin to everyone.

Argentina President Javier Milei Makes Passionate Pitch For Currency Competition: 'If You Want To Use Bitcoin There Will Be No Problems'

A bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) launched on Australia's main stock market for the first time on Thursday as fund managers debut products to satisfy investors returning to cryptocurrency markets following a boom in prices.

Bitcoin ETF launches on Australia's main stock exchange for the first time

In a further boost to the cryptocurrency sector, a Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) spot exchange-traded fund has been listed on Australia's primary stock market for the first time. What Happened: The VanEck Bitcoin ETF, with a seed investment of nearly $657,000, made its debut on the Australian Securities Exchange , Bloomberg reported.

First-Ever Bitcoin Spot ETF Start Trading On Australia's Main Stock Market, Investors Get Exposure To US-based VanEck Fund

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Ethereum

Ethereum gained on major regulatory win against the SEC, while Bitcoin and Dogecoin continued to move sideways on Wednesday. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded 8:30 p.m.

Ethereum Spikes, Bitcoin, Dogecoin Stay Choppy As Market Celebrates Legal Win Against SEC: King Crypto Could Bounce 80% Over Next 2 Weeks, Says Analyst

The company's hot stock saw a 35% correction after a crypto newsletter claimed its gains were unjustified.

Bitcoin Treasury Firm DeFi Technologies Claps Back at Report That Tanked Its Stock

According to a house listing from Dallas, Texas, a crypto mining house is for sale in a residential neighborhood. The brick home is equipped with all the necessary supplies to start a data center, including a fully integrated liquid immersion system.

Unique Residential Bitcoin Mining House in Dallas Listed for $2.4M

Coinbase is currently holding around 4% of the Bitcoin (BTC) in circulation, according to the blockchain analytics platform Glassnode. Per Glassnode, the top US crypto exchange has approximately 839,000 BTC in its custody.

Coinbase Holding Roughly $55,057,697,000 in Bitcoin (BTC), According to Glassnode

Onchain data reveals that an entity likely tied to Germany's Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) transferred 6,500 bitcoin, valued at approximately $425 million, on June 19. Arkham Intelligence identified the address on Jan. 31 through its onchain monitoring systems.

German Law Enforcement Transfers $425M in Bitcoin From Seized Funds

Whales just cashed out BTC harder than they ever have, nearly doubling the previous record.

Bitcoin Whales Are Taking Profits, Cashing In $1.2 Billion in 2 Weeks: Analyst

Bitcoin's market dominance shot up to 52.92% over the weekend, climbing up from below 50% at the end of May.

Bitcoin dominance surges past 50% again despite market volatility

With a Bitcoin spot ETF launched and two more funds pending in the U.S., the firm moves to bring in more European investors.

Bitcoin, Ethereum ETF Hopeful Hashdex Waives Fees for Europe Fund

On Wednesday at 11 a.m. EDT, bitcoin hovered just around the $65,000 mark. QCP Capital published its market commentary, attributing the downturn in the crypto economy to a lack of news flow and stagnant markets. In such a market, with minimal positive news to spur buying, existing crypto holders may lose confidence and patience.

QCP Capital Cites ‘Lack of News Flow' for Bitcoin's Price Decline Amid Market Doldrums

Eight merchants at the almost 100-year-old market, a hub for both tradition and innovation, now let customers pay with sats.

Bitcoin Now Accepted At South London's Tooting Market

The Bitcoin price is seemingly range bound between $65,500 and $64,000 until sentiment improves, according to an analyst.

Bitcoin Boredom Will Continue Until ETF Withdrawals Improve

Crypto venture capitalist Travis Kling offered a detailed analysis on Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) underperformance relative to macro conditions and the ongoing struggles of Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) before its ETF trading launch. What Happened: Kling pointed out that Bitcoin is currently trading ~10% below its all-time highs (ATHs) and was relatively flat despite favorable macroeconomic conditions.

Why Bitcoin, Ethereum Underperformance Is Making Traders Nervous

Arkham has identified the entity as an address belonging to the German Federal Criminal Police Office, which had seized almost 50,000 BTC from a piracy site.

German Government Agency Moves $425M Bitcoin, Some to Crypto Exchanges

U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced another day of outflows, marking the fourth consecutive day of losses. The 11 funds saw $152.42 million leave on Tuesday, bringing the cumulative total net inflows to $14.81 billion.

US Bitcoin ETFs See Fourth Day of Outflows, Totaling $152M

Long-term Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) holders and miners, often referred to as “whales,” have sold more than $1 billion worth of Bitcoin in the past fortnight, according to a report by on-chain analysis firm CryptoQuant. What Happened: As reported by CoinDesk, whales offloaded the Bitcoin, likely through brokers rather than on the open market.

Bitcoin Whales Unload Over $1B In Shift Towards AI

Spot Bitcoin ETFs are on the cusp of gaining approval at major wirehouses, according to Bernstein analysts who maintain a bullish $200,000 Bitcoin target for the end of 2025. What Happened: As reported by The Block, Bernstein analysts Gautam Chhugani and Mahika Sapra refuted the claims of Bitcoin bears who argue that the spot Bitcoin ETF trade has run its course.

Bitcoin To Rebound In The Next Months, Will Hit $200K In 2025: Bernstein

The publicly-traded bitcoin miner Marathon began incubating Anduro in February as a "platform built on the Bitcoin network that allows for the creation of multiple sidechains."

Marathon's Layer-2 Chain, Anduro, Plugs In 'Portal to Bitcoin' for Atomic Swaps

The Lava Vault aims to redefine the mobile self-custodial experience.

Bitcoin Financial Platform Lava Unveils Exchange And Stable Payments

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 19, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Ether, Meme Coins Lead Recovery While Bitcoin Remains Subdued

Bitcoin ETFs are “on the cusp of approval” at major wirehouses and large private bank platforms, according to Bernstein.

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