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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.

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 11, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Falls Below $67K as ETFs' Inflows Streak Ends

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) prices fell sharply during the Asian trading session today, dipping below $67,000 and raising concerns about a potential reversal in the recent bullish trend. What Happened: Data from TradingView recorded a 4% dip, bringing Bitcoin's price to lows of $66,732 on Bitstamp following the daily close.

Bitcoin Plummets To $67K And 'This Move Isn't Over,' Warns Analyst

Bitcoin is correlating with cautious equity markets ahead of Tuesday's U.S. CPI report and the Fed's rate announcement on Wednesday.

Bitcoin mirrors cautious equity trends ahead of US CPI and Fed rate decision this week

An EU Innovation Hub for Internal Security report argues that layer 2 solutions could cause "problems for law enforcement investigations."

Bitcoin Lightning Network and Layer 2 Scaling Could Be 'Abused by Criminals', Says EU

In a landmark event for the Bitcoin.com Verse community, the Verse Voyager NFT collection has completely sold out. This achievement underscores the growing interest and enthusiasm in the decentralized finance space and highlights Bitcoin.com's commitment to innovation and community engagement.

Bitcoin.com's Verse Voyager NFT Collection Sells Out

Bitcoin has dropped by 3% ahead of tomorrow's Federal Open Markets Committee interest rates decision and new U.S. inflation data.

Bitcoin Drops 3% Ahead of Interest Rate Decision and US Inflation Report

Bitcoin OI has increased to over $1.5 billion, yet the price is trading down, leading to warnings of a sudden price correction.

Bitcoin open interest remains elevated as crypto market dips slightly

Longstanding Japanese firm Metaplanet announced another ¥250 million Bitcoin purchase, continuing to mimic MicroStrategy's strategy of amassing corporate Bitcoin reserves.

'Asia's MicroStrategy' Metaplanet Buys Another ¥250 Million Worth of Bitcoin

Bitcoin (BTC) price plummets after failing to hold above the crucial 21-day SMA support.

Bitcoin Prices Plummet And Could Fall To $66,000 Low

Grayscale's GBTC saw $40 million in outflows, the most among its counterparts, while Bitwise's BITB led inflows at $7.6 million.

Bitcoin ETFs See $65M Net Outflows on Monday, Breaking 19-Day Record Streak

Tokyo-listed investment firm Metaplanet announced Tuesday that it purchased an additional 23.351 BTC, worth around $1.6 million.

Japan's Metaplanet stock jumps 10% after disclosing additional BTC purchase

Bitcoin (BTC) whales opened massive long positions on the digital asset exchanges Bybit and HTX, according to CryptoQuant chief executive Ki Young Ju. Young Ju notes that the whales opened the long positions at $69,000.

Bitcoin (BTC) Whales Open Massive Long Positions on Bybit and HTX: CryptoQuant CEO

The realized price of Bitcoin (BTC) held by short-term holders (STHs) has shown a significant increase, indicating robust market confidence.

Bitcoin's Short-Term Holders' Realized Price Rises Showing Bull Market Trend

World-renowned author and investor Robert Kiyosaki feels that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is the simplest path to becoming a millionaire, emphasizing its potential over entrepreneurship. What Happened: On Monday, Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling book “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” took to X to give another aggrandizing take on the world's most popular digital asset.

'Rich Dad Poor Dad' Author Robert Kiyosaki Says Bitcoin Is The Simplest Way To Become A Millionaire: 'Does The Hardwork For Me'

The record-setting 19-day inflow streak that ended last Friday accumulated over $4 billion in net inflows.

US spot bitcoin ETFs see $65 million in net outflows, ending 19-day inflow streak

Renowned whistleblower and privacy advocate Edward Snowden poked fun at Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.

Edward Snowden Takes A Jab At Elizabeth Warren's Anti-Bitcoin Stance Through The Infamous 'We're All Going To Die' Remark Broadcast On China-Controlled TV

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Leading cryptocurrencies traded mostly flat on Monday, as efforts by bulls for an upside breakout stalled yet again. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded 8:30 p.m.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Remain Choppy, Analyst Forecasts 2X-10X Increase For King Crypto This Bull Cycle

A closely followed crypto analyst is listing five altcoins he believes are showing strength despite the choppy market conditions.

Trader Unveils List of Five Strong Altcoins Including Injective Amid Choppy Market Conditions

According to Osman Kabaloev, the Deputy Director of the Financial Policy Department at Russia's Ministry of Finance, the recognition of Bitcoin mining as an official economic activity is set to happen soon.

Russia Set to Recognize Bitcoin Mining as Economic Activity

The annual Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE:BRK)(NYSE:BRK) shareholder meeting drew thousands to Omaha, Nebraska each year to hear investing wisdom and stories from Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger. The event also featured a highly anticipated question-and-answer session with audience members, which featured this legendary Munger anti-crypto quote in 2022.

Charlie Munger Once Said, 'Just Say No' To Putting Bitcoin In Retirement Accounts: Legendary Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chairman Was Never A Fan Of Cryptocurrency

Ricardo Salinas, the third wealthiest man in Mexico, has recently doubled down on his proposal to use Bitcoin as a reserve asset.

Mexican Billionaire Ricardo Salinas Doubles Down on Bitcoin, Advises Using It as Inflation Hedge

DeFi Technologies, a Canadian firm and parent company of ETF provider Valour, has adopted Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset.

Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Boosts Stock Price of Canadian Firm DeFi Technologies

Cryptocurrency markets have been trading mostly flat ahead of major economic data releases on Wednesday.

Bitcoin Briefly Tastes $70K, ETH, DOGE Continue In The Red: 'Liquidity Zone Around $73,000' Might Be Tapped, Says Trader

Over the past weekend, 211.51 dormant bitcoins valued at $14.79 million were reactivated after over a decade of inactivity. More than half of these funds originated from bitcoin wallets that had been inactive since 2012. Vintage Bitcoin Wallets Unleash 211.51 Bitcoin Since June 8, 2024, a series of four transactions brought 211.

Over 200 BTC From 2013 and 2012 Wallets Awaken, Now Valued at Over $14M

Heavily-followed crypto trader The Bitcoin Therapist proposed that GameStop (NYSE:GME) could significantly benefit from adopting a Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) standard. What Happened: The Bitcoin Therapist suggested that GameStop could raise over $5 billion by issuing shares and converting this capital into Bitcoin at $70,000 per BTC.

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