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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.

BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, set a record on Oct. 30, with the largest single-day inflow of $875 million since its inception in January.

Bitcoin ETF Sets Records as BlackRock Amasses Record $875M Single-Day Inflow

Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ:COIN) said it wants to expand its cryptocurrency investment portfolio and emphasized that assets held on its books, including Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), are intended to be retained for the long term What Happened: During the company's third-quarter 2024 earnings call, the management was asked whether they would pursue a reserve strategy akin to MicroStrategy, a Bitcoin investment company, with over $18 billion worth of the asset on its balance sheet.

Coinbase On Following MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Playbook: Looking For 'Opportunities,' Says CFO, But Highlights Key Difference Between The Two Companies

A top crypto analyst known for predicting the May 2021 Bitcoin collapse believes BTC could hit six-figures this market cycle. The pseudonymous trader known as Dave the Wave tells his 146,800 followers on the social media platform X that the Elliott Wave theory indicates Bitcoin may soar by 160%.

Trader That Called May 2021 Crypto Collapse Says 160% Bitcoin Rally ‘Perfectly Feasible' – Here's Why

Coinshares' Q3 mining report, led by researcher James Butterfill, highlights mounting costs and challenges impacting the bitcoin mining industry in 2024.

Coinshares Report: Inside Bitcoin's Cost Crunch—Why Mining Expenses Are Hitting Record Highs

BlackRock's IBIT reported $872 million in net inflows on Wednesday, its largest since launch and surpassing its previous peak in March.

BlackRock's spot bitcoin ETF sees record-breaking $872 million net inflows, surpassing March peak

At least one individual has lost 10 BTC after unknowingly signing a phishing transaction linked to the breach.

Animation Tool Lottie Player Hit by Supply Chain Attack, Causes $723K Bitcoin Theft

Anthony Scaramucci, CEO of SkyBridge Capital, suggested that it's not too late for investors to get on board the Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) boat, as the leading cryptocurrency approaches its all-time high. What Happened: On Tuesday, Scaramucci, a passionate Bitcoin advocate, encouraged those who feel they've missed out on the cryptocurrency's recent surge to reconsider.

Missed Jumping On The Bitcoin Bandwagon? Anthony Scaramucci Says It's Not Too Late To Climb Aboard

Bitwise's chief investment officer predicts bitcoin could reach $200,000 without a U.S. dollar collapse, outlining a path for the cryptocurrency to surge toward unprecedented highs.

Does US Dollar Need to Collapse for Bitcoin to Hit $200K? Bitwise Says No

Bitmex founder Arthur Hayes predicts China's aggressive monetary easing could spark a historic bitcoin rally, as yuan expansion indirectly fuels crypto demand.

China's QE Could Ignite Bitcoin Boom Like Never Before — Analysis by Arthur Hayes

In a move billed as “historic,” a purported revelation of Satoshi Nakamoto's identity is scheduled for a live press conference on Oct. 31, sparking debate and skepticism within the bitcoin community.

Another Satoshi Nakamoto ‘Unmasking' Announced—But Bitcoin Community Isn't Buying It

A top financial officer of the U.S. state of Florida is advocating for state retirement funds to consider cryptocurrency investments, calling bitcoin a hedge against market volatility.

US State Official Urges Bitcoin Investment for Retirement Funds to Future-Proof Pensions

The company will use $21 billion of equity and $21 billion of fixed income securities to buy more Bitcoin.

MicroStategy Plans to Raise $42 Billion to Buy More Bitcoin

MicroStrategy Plans to Raise $42 Billion to Buy More Bitcoin

MicroStrategy's "21/21 Plan" targets $42 billion in capital over the next three years and aims to support further acquisitions of bitcoin.

MicroStrategy announces plan to raise $42 billion to buy more bitcoin

Experts see Microsoft's consideration of investing in bitcoin as a sign of growing acceptance among public companies to use cryptocurrency as a diversification strategy to maintain market dominance and protect shareholder value.

Experts: Microsoft's Bitcoin Consideration Reflects Growing Corporate Acceptance

The company reported its third quarter earnings results after the close of trading on Wednesday afternoon.

Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy Plans to Raise $42B to Buy More Bitcoin Over Next 3 Years

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Cryptocurrency markets are trading relatively flat after Bitcoin's run above $71,000. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $71,930.79 -1% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,662.75 -1.3% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $174.39 -2.3% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1684 -1.4% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001844 -2.3% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 57.6% and daily active addresses growing by 7.8%.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Dip After Strong Tuesday—Analysts Predict 'Unprecedented Highs Can Be In Development'

As bitcoin's price nears its all-time high, the network's hashrate is hitting impressive heights once again this year. Bitcoin's Computational Power Climbs to New Highs—Will the Trend Continue? Following the trajectory of BTC's rising value against a variety of fiat currencies, including the U.S. dollar, bitcoin's network hashrate is soaring. At 11:30 a.m.

Bitcoin's Hashrate Hits All-Time High at 740 EH/s—What It Means for Miners

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

The Daily: Bitcoin ETFs record third-largest daily inflows, Trump win could impact Bitcoin less than Ethereum and more

The Japanese investment firm Metaplanet now holds more than $168 million worth of Bitcoin after a recent BTC purchase. The firm began accumulating the top crypto asset by market cap after it announced a shift in its treasury management strategy earlier this year, purchasing a total of 156.78 BTC over the weekend.

Japanese Investment Firm Now Holds Over $128,000,000 in Bitcoin After Latest BTC Accumulation Spree

Some $350 million notional value of November call options traded on CME with a breakeven bitcoin price of nearly $80,000, anticipating a rally next month, one analyst noted.

Institutional Investors Position for Bitcoin Volatility Into the U.S. Election

Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan on Wednesday expressed optimism about Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) future, predicting it could surpass the $100,000 mark in 2025. What Happened: In an interview with Yahoo Finance, Hougan cited rising institutional adoption and increasing ETF flows as primary catalysts.

Bitcoin To Cross $100,000 By Early 2025, Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Predicts

Political candidates are running to embrace pro-Bitcoin positions - inspired by bottoms-up adoption and game theory. This is a new phase in Bitcoin's growth.

Countries And Politicians Worldwide Are Now Running To Support Bitcoin

The U.S. will effectively address its debt crisis by allowing inflation to rise slightly even though it may negatively impact savers and lower- to middle-income households, SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci said on Wednesday, taking a contrarian view to one of the most polarizing economic debates ahead of the Nov. 5 U.S. election.

SkyBridge's Scaramucci says US will solve debt crisis, bitcoin to triple by 2026

According to Reddit, the popular platform known for its forums and discussions, the company recently made a modest sale of bitcoin (BTC) and ethereum (ETH).

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