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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.

Bitcoin (BTC) whales, large holders of the cryptocurrency, have resumed their buying spree after a pause following Bitcoin's all-time high in March.

Bitcoin Whales Display Bull Market Behavior With Strong Buying Spree

Ethereum

In an intriguing turn of events, a cryptocurrency with Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) in its name has outperformed the original blue-chip currency in weekly gains. What Happened: Ethereum Name Service (CRYPTO: ENS) nearly doubled over the week, according to data from Benzinga Pro, becoming the market's largest gainer in the said time period.

What Is Ethereum Name Service And Why Has It Pipped BTC, ETH To Nearly Double In Value Over This Week

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of Latin America's most relevant crypto and economic news during the last week. In this issue: Venezuela seizes over 11,000 bitcoin miners to save energy, Paraguay cracks down on illegal bitcoin mining, and Brazil aims to finalize crypto regulations this year.

Latam Insights: Venezuela Seizes Over 11,000 Bitcoin Miners, Paraguay Cracks Down on Illegal Bitcoin Mining

Coinbase, the largest crypto exchange in the US, has announced the potential future listing of an altcoin within the Bitcoin (BTC) scaling ecosystem. The exchange announced that Core (CORE) is now on its listing roadmap, meaning the exchange will possibly list it for trading in the future.

Crypto Exchange Coinbase Adds Bitcoin Ecosystem Altcoin to Its Listing Roadmap

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has warned investors about the bond market crashing, urging them to invest in “safer real assets,” like bitcoin, before their prices “explode.” He criticizes financial planners for promoting bonds as safe investments, predicting significant losses for investors when AAA bonds and commercial real estate crash.

Robert Kiyosaki Advises Buying Bitcoin Before Price Explodes — Warns of Bonds Crashing

A Chinese woman charged for her role in laundering the proceeds of a multi-billion dollar fraud scheme is now reportedly behind bars. According to Reuters, Wen Jian was sentenced to six years and eight months in prison on Friday after jurors found her guilty of one count of money laundering in March.

Woman To Serve About Seven Years Behind Bars for Laundering Bitcoin Proceeds of $6,400,000,000 Fraud: Report

In a recent analysis by Kaiko, it has been found that hedge funds are currently holding net short positions on bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) futures. This strategic move reflects a cautious stance amid fluctuating market dynamics and speculative trading activities.

Hedge Funds Adopt Net Short Positions on BTC and ETH Futures, Kaiko Analysis Reveals

Former President Donald Trump has doubled down on his support for cryptocurrencies, saying at the Libertarian National Convention that he would ensure that the future of crypto and Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) “will be made in the USA.” What Happened: Trump also said he would support “the right to self-custody” and promised the audience to “keep Sen.

Donald Trump: 'I Will Ensure That The Future Of Crypto And Bitcoin Will Be Made In The USA'

Venezuelan authorities led by the National Power Ministry and Corpoelec, the state-owned power company, have seized over 6,000 bitcoin miners in two new operations. The ministry, which recently declared that it would disconnect all bitcoin miners due to its high energy consumption, has already confiscated over 17,000 miners from several mining farms.

Venezuelan Authorities Seize Over 6,000 Bitcoin Miners in 2 New Operations; Over 17,000 Confiscated In Total

On Friday, pseudonymous trader and crypto analyst Rekt Capital provided insights into Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) current status and prospects. What Happened: The analyst said Bitcoin is no longer in the "danger zone" but warned of a possible 13% dip from its current value.

Is Bitcoin Really Out Of The Danger Zone? Crypto Analyst Predicts Potential Dip

New data from market intelligence firm Kaiko Analytics shows that hedge funds are net short on Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME).

Hedge Funds Net Short on Bitcoin and Ethereum Futures on CME: Kaiko Analytics

Presidential candidate and 45th U.S. President Donald Trump has declared support for the crypto sector. “I will also stop Joe Biden's crusade to crush crypto,” he promised. “I will support the right to self-custody.” He will also “commute the sentence of Ross Ulbricht to a sentence of time served.

Donald Trump Pledges to Stop Biden's Anti-Crypto Agenda, Protect Bitcoin, Free Ross Ulbricht

A widely followed crypto strategist thinks that Bitcoin (BTC) is in a position to ignite a breakout rally on the way to fresh all-time highs over the next few days.

Stronger and More Sustainable Uptrend Now in Play for Bitcoin (BTC), Says Crypto Analyst – Here's His Outlook

Standard Chartered says markets will look ahead to exchange-traded funds (ETFs) of cryptocurrencies other than bitcoin and ether, but “this is likely a 2025 story.

Standard Chartered Discusses SEC Approving Spot ETFs for Cryptos Beyond Bitcoin and Ether

Trump once wanted crypto to be regulated "very, very, highly," but the 2024 candidate has apparently changed his views.

Donald Trump, once a Bitcoin skeptic, declares support for crypto in Truth Social post

Donald Trump, the former U.S. president who's on course for a showdown with his 2020 rival president Joe Biden this year, has warned Biden is trying to kill the U.S. crypto industry.

‘A Slow And Painful Death'—Donald Trump Accuses Joe Biden Of Trying To Kill Bitcoin And Crypto

Now that the halving has occurred and fees are at a six-month low, the profitability of application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) mining rigs has shifted significantly. It is now essential to ensure electricity is inexpensive and machines are efficient in terms of joules per terahash.

Shifting Sands of Bitcoin Mining: How Hydro-Cooling Tech is Leading the Charge Post-Halving

Jack Mallers, CEO of the Bitcoin wallet and payments app Strike, forecasts that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could achieve a seven-figure valuation, potentially reaching up to $1 million. What Happened: In an interview with "The Pomp Podcast" host Anthony Pompliano, Mallers stated that Bitcoin's price could increase between 260% and 1,357% within the next 10 to 18 months.

Bitcoin To Hit $1 Million In Next 10 To 18 Months, Says Crypto Analyst: 'We're Still So Early In The Bitcoin Story'

A closely followed crypto analyst says that Bitcoin (BTC) is no longer in the “danger zone,” when there is a likelihood of a dip below its range low.

Bitcoin Is Currently out of the ‘Danger Zone,' According to Crypto Analyst – But There's a Catch

Bitcoin Bitcoin and ethereum have exploded higher over the last year, largely due to the arrival of Wall Street spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs)—though the Federal Reserve could be about to turbocharge the bitcoin price.

‘Still Early'—BlackRock Reveals What's Next After Bitcoin And Ethereum ETF Price Boom

A woman has been sentenced to nearly seven years in prison for laundering bitcoin tied to a £5 billion fraud in China. Authorities seized over 61,000 bitcoin during their investigation, now worth over $4 billion. The woman denied all charges, claiming she was manipulated by a “mastermind.

UK Sentences Woman to Prison for Laundering Bitcoin After Police Seize 61K BTC

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) reaches the barrier of $71,922, marking the end of its upward momentum.

Bitcoin Is In A Moderate Pullback And Is Aiming For A Rally Above $73,666

This story was first published on the Benzinga India portal. Amid the volatile waves of the cryptocurrency market, Mohnish Pabrai, an investment fund manager often likened to Warren Buffett, has cast a shadow of doubt over the future of Bitcoin.

Warren Buffett Disciple Pabrai Retains His Mentor's Stance On Bitcoin Despite Rally: 'Going To End Badly'

The CEO of Bitcoin (BTC) wallet and payments application Strike, Jack Mallers, is predicting that the flagship crypto asset could hit a seven-figure price. Mallers says in a new interview with Anthony Pompliano that Bitcoin could soar between 260% and 1,357% in the coming months. “I think we're still so early in the Bitcoin story.

‘I Feel Super Confident About That': Jack Mallers Says Bitcoin To Explode by up to 1,357% – Here's the Timeline

Hodl Hodl, a non-custodial Bitcoin exchange, has announced changes to its “Terms of Service” agreement affecting the availability of its lending services. The platform is now excluding residents of the U.S. as well as U.N. embargoed countries from its lending platform, citing “regulatory uncertainty” as the reason behind these changes.

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