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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's (CRYPTO: BTC) transition from a decentralized digital asset to one dominated by institutional players has introduced a new set of risks. What Happened: With Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the U.S. now holding over 1 million tokens—equivalent to 5% of its total supply—the cryptocurrency is increasingly controlled by financial institutions and even governments, reshaping its original decentralized ethos, Bloomberg reported.

Why Bitcoin's Institutionalization Is 'A Concern'

MicroStrategy continues to buy Bitcoin: It now holds about $39 billion worth of BTC, just weeks after its stock price hit an all-time high.

MicroStrategy Buys Another $1.5 Billion in Bitcoin, Now Holding 400K BTC

MARA has proposed a further $700 million convertible senior note offering to buy more bitcoin and buy back some of its current notes.

MARA Holdings Bets Big: $700M Notes Issued to Fuel Bitcoin Expansion

Bitcoin's price of $96,125 to $96,557 over the last hour reflects a consolidating market with mixed signals from various timeframes, suggesting a cautious approach for traders and investors. Bitcoin On the 1-hour chart, bitcoin shows a sharp drop from $98,200 to $94,712, followed by a moderate recovery.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Bears Begin to Claw, Pulling Price to Key Levels

Bitcoin miner Marathon Digital has purchased $618 million worth of BTC with cash, the company said in an SEC filing.

Bitcoin Miner Marathon Buys $618 Million Worth of BTC

The bitcoin miner also announced its November production update, mining 907 BTC and acquiring 6,474 BTC to reach total holdings of 34,959 BTC.

MARA proposes $700 million convertible senior note offering to buy more bitcoin

MARA Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:MARA) has announced another private offering of $700 million of zero-coupon convertible senior notes due 2031 after completing a $1 billion offering of 0% convertible senior notes due 2030 in November. What Happened: The notes will be offered to qualified institutional buyers with 0% interest and no accretion of principal, as per the company's press release.

MARA Targets BTC And Debt Buybacks With New $700M Convertible Notes Offering: MSTR's Michael Saylor Says It Is 'A Company On The Bitcoin Standard'

Microstrategy's $1.5 billion bitcoin buy boosts its holdings to 402,100 BTC, as the company eyes aggressive expansion via a $42 billion plan. $1.5B Bitcoin Buy Propels Microstrategy's Stash to 402,100 BTC Software intelligence firm Microstrategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) disclosed significant updates in a filing with the U.S.

Microstrategy Snaps up 15,400 Bitcoins, Cementing Dominance With 402,100 BTC

MicroStrategy has purchased another 15,400 BTC for approximately $1.5 billion at an average price of $95,976 per bitcoin.

MicroStrategy acquires another 15,400 bitcoin for $1.5 billion, taking holdings to 402,100 BTC

Ethereum

Ripple's XRP has seen its price skyrocket since Republican Donald Trump won the U.S. presidential election—setting up a 2025 to be a huge year for bitcoin and crypto.

Ripple Suddenly Braced For An XRP ETF Earthquake After Price Explosion To Rival Bitcoin And Ethereum

Bitcoin is facing resistance near the $100,000 mark due to profit-taking and a stack of sell orders worth $384 million, an analyst said.

Bitcoin price drops as profit taking and significant sell wall hinders rally, analyst says

Bitcoin has surged by 129% in 2024, driven by the April halving event and the U.S. Presidential election.

Bitcoin Surges 129% in 2024 Following Halving Event and U.S. Election, Investors Eye $100K Milestone

Bitcoin has recently entered a key phase in its market cycle, according to Tom Lee, co-founder of Fundstrat.

Fundstrat's Tom Lee Predicts Bitcoin Could Hit $250,000 in 2025, Citing Bullish Market Trends

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki says the separation between the haves and the have-nots will solidify once Bitcoin (BTC) crosses a psychological price point.

Robert Kiyosaki Says ‘Horse Will Be out of the Barn and Running' Once Bitcoin (BTC) Shatters This Price Level

As chatter grows around the idea of a U.S.-led bitcoin strategic reserve, the topic has ignited lively debate. Some enthusiasts view it as an inevitable move toward global bitcoin adoption by nation-states, while others decry the notion as a betrayal of the cryptocurrency's core philosophy. Contrasting Opinions Surface on the U.S.

US Bitcoin Reserve Proposal Draws Mixed Reactions on Social Media

MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) Chairman Michael Saylor pitched a strong case for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) adoption to the Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) board, projecting a $5 trillion market cap addition in case of a full embrace. What happened: In a 3-minute presentation, Saylor called Bitcoin the "highest performing uncorrelated asset" a corporation can have on its books.

Michael Saylor Says Bitcoin Could Boost Microsoft's Valuation By Nearly $5 Trillion And Add $584 To The Stock By 2034

The name “Bitcoin,” unveiled by Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008, perfectly encapsulates the fusion of digital innovation and timeless value, solidifying its place as a financial and cultural icon. ‘Bitcoin': A Name That Echoes Through Time The name “Bitcoin” was first introduced by Satoshi Nakamoto on Oct. 31, 2008, through the now-famous Bitcoin white paper.

From Fiction to Financial Reality: Why ‘Bitcoin' Is the Perfect Name

Saylor said adopting bitcoin could add hundreds of dollars to Microsoft's stock price by 2034, assuming it fully embraced bitcoin.

Michael Saylor advises Microsoft, ‘Bitcoin's the best asset you can own'

The Japanese crypto exchange announced plans to cease operations after completing the asset transfer to SBI VC Trade.

Japanese exchange DMM Bitcoin to shut down, transfer assets to SBI Group unit after $300 million hack

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki warns bitcoin could crash to $60,000, revealing his strategy to capitalize on the dip for future gains.

Robert Kiyosaki Warns Bitcoin May Crash to $60K – Ready to Buy the Dip

Influential Economist Mohamed El-Erian highlighted the strong performance of cryptocurrencies and equities in November while emphasizing losses in the gold and oil markets. What Happened: El-Erian, who is the Chief Economic Advisor at Allianz, took to X Saturday to showcase the year-to-date performance of major asset classes.

Mohamed El-Erian Says November Was 'Strongest Month' Of The Year For Bitcoin As Top Crypto's YTD Gains Dominate Gold

Saylor argued Microsoft could create $5 trillion in value by adopting Bitcoin, calling it the "universal, profitable merger partner."

Microsoft Could Boost Profits if it Adopts a Bitcoin Strategy, Saylor Tells Board

Japanese Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin will liquidate after a $321 million fraud in May crippled its operations, affecting 450,000 client accounts and 96.2 billion yen in assets.

Japan's DMM Bitcoin Shuts Down Amid $320M Fraud, Plans To Transfer Assets To SBI Group

On-chain analytics suggest that long-term holders are firmly holding their positions, limiting the flow of Bitcoin into exchanges.

Bitcoin Exchange Balances Plunge as Long-Term Holders Help Drive Price to $98,000

Berkshire Hathaway's $325 billion cash reserve bleeds $32 billion yearly, Michael Saylor says, claiming that he could sway Warren Buffett to embrace bitcoin.

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