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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.

Competition is growing between risky, leveraged ETFs built around MicroStrategy stock, with both MSTR and Bitcoin pumping in value.

Leveraged MicroStrategy ETFs Are Surging as Bitcoin Nears All-Time High

Pseudonymous analyst CrediBULL Crypto highlighted that Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) break of $71,000 might not indicate a sustained bullish trend. What Happened: The analyst described the move as "corrective" rather than impulsive on his X profile, emphasizing that context is essential: "I did think a break of $71,000 would be bullish as I assumed that we would not break those highs until we saw our next impulse to the upside to ignite the rally to $100,000.

Bitcoin Breaks $72,000, But Trader Warns Bears Could Strike Back

Social media giant Reddit once described digital assets as a new frontier—but now has put up a border around them for its balance sheet.

Reddit Dumped Most of Its Bitcoin Well Before 'Uptober' Pump

Recent data shows spot bitcoin ETFs pulled in a hefty $870.02 million, while spot ethereum ETFs attracted $7.65 million in inflows. Crypto ETFs Surge as Bitcoin Nears All-Time High Values Crypto ETFs have delivered solid returns over the past two weeks according to stats collected by sosovalue.xyz.

$870M Flows Into Bitcoin ETFs, Pushing Reserve Holdings to 5% of BTC's Market Cap

The Bitcoin Popularity Index is a unique tool measuring global Bitcoin interest through Google search data, highlighting key adoption trends

The Bitcoin Popularity Index (BPI) - A Measure of Bitcoin Interest Around The World

Florida's chief financial officer proposed that the funds that support retired state workers should dabble in crypto, inspired by Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's support for the U.S. government stockpiling bitcoin {{BTC}}.

Inspired by Trump, Florida Official Eyes State Bitcoin Stockpile for Retirees

Bitcoin ETFs are edging closer to becoming the largest collective holder of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), potentially surpassing Satoshi Nakamoto's legendary holdings. What Happened: According to the latest data, U.S.-based Bitcoin ETFs now collectively hold 995,663 BTC—putting them within reach of Satoshi's estimated 1.1 million BTC stash.

Satoshi Nakamoto Could Soon Be Surpassed By BlackRock, Grayscale As Top Bitcoin Holder

Ethereum

This week, bitcoin (BTC) is enjoying an 8.5% lift against the U.S. dollar, while ethereum (ETH), the second-largest digital currency, remains relatively quiet by comparison. Bitcoin and Ethereum: One's Soaring While the Other's Struggling It's an exciting time in crypto.

Ethereum's Market Conundrum—ETH Slips Further Behind as Bitcoin Shines

Leading the team at Lightspark, David Marcus is poised to make the Lightning Network the biggest payment network in the world.

David Marcus: From PayPal President To Bitcoin Believer

Wall Street icons like Larry Fink and Paul Tudor Jones view bitcoin as a modern gold alternative amid concerns over U.S. monetary policy and national debt.

Long Bitcoin, Short Bonds: The New Billionaire Investors' Strategy

A new suggests that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) may surge to $101,694 by January 27, 2025, buoyed by strong market momentum and increasing institutional demand through spot ETFs. What Happened: The report, by 10x Research, highlights Bitcoin's resilience as it reached a six-month high, a milestone that has historically led to a median three-month return of +40%.

Bitcoin Could Hit $101,694 By January, Says 10x Research

Bitcoin is soaring once again, but Bitcoin.

Bitcoin Is Nearing All-Time-Highs Once Again, but It's Going Much Higher

An analyst with a history of timely Bitcoin calls believes that conditions are now ripe for BTC to witness huge upside bursts to new all-time highs.

‘It's Happening': Top Analyst Predicts Incoming Parabolic Rally for Bitcoin – Here's His Target

Analysts at 10x Research have made a bold prediction that Bitcoin (BTC) could hit the $100,000 mark by January 2025.

Bitcoin Predicted To Reach $100,000 by January 2025, According to 10x Research

BOB's aim is to create bridges between itself and layer-1 blockchains like Ethereum, with the ultimate goal of making Bitcoin the center of DeFi. Its decision adds to the critical mass of blockchain developers choosing to build on Optimism's OP Stack.

BOB Becomes First Bitcoin Layer-2 Project to Join Optimism's 'Superchain'

BlackRock's IBIT saw $3.36 billion worth of trading volume yesterday—its highest level in the past six months.

Bitcoin Price Surge Drives Institutional FOMO for ETFs

Pseudonymous analyst Lazy Villager analyzing Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) recent price surge and its potential connection to the upcoming U.S. presidential election. What Happened: Lazy Villager noted in a post on X on Wednesday that despite recent strong inflows into Bitcoin ETFs, the growth potential in the year's final quarter may be capped.

Bitcoin Is A 'Liquid Hedge' Donald Trump Winning The Election But Don't Count On $100,000 In 2024, Analyst Says

Bitcoin is approaching an all-time high, with demand from exchange-traded funds (ETFs) driving its current rally, according to a recent analysis from Cryptoquant.

Bitcoin's Path to Record Highs: Cryptoquant Report Reveals ETF Activity and OTC Supply Dynamics

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Oct. 30, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Little Changed After Teasing All-Time High

Over-the-counter desks hold 416,000 bitcoin ($30 billion), a level that has remained stagnant for the past month.

Bitcoin Approaches All-Time Highs as Daily OTC Desk Inflows Drop to Year's Lows: CryptoQuant

Seasoned trader Peter Brandt believes that Bitcoin (BTC) may have entered the most explosive phase of the market cycle after reclaiming the $70,000 range Tuesday.

Legendary Trader Peter Brandt Says Post-Halving Advance for Bitcoin Could Kick Off After BTC Breaks $70,000

2024 was the breakthrough year we'd long waited for.

Bitcoin Is Having Its Best Year Ever

The Royal Government of Bhutan recently deposited almost 1,000 BTC into a Binance deposit address. It holds some $900 million of the asset.

Bitcoin Profit-Taking Continues as BTC Price Nears High. Is Bhutan Next to Sell?

Here is a 2-minute breakdown of everything important that happened in crypto today.

What Happened in Crypto Today: Bitcoin Just Hit New All-Time Highs!

Crypto veteran Arthur Hayes thinks upcoming Chinese monetary policy will boost the price of Bitcoin (BTC). Hayes notes in a new analysis that BTC's price “will soar” as long as fiat money is printed, regardless of who the recipient is.

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