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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.

On March 12, net bitcoin ETF inflows hit over $1 billion — a new daily record — according to data from BitMEX Research.

Spot bitcoin ETF inflows net record $1 billion in a single day

Bitcoin (BTC) is headed for a sell-side liquidity crisis, according to the co-founder and chief executive of analytics platform CryptoQuant. Ki Young Ju tells his 336,400 followers on the social media platform X that Bitcoin bears “can't win this game” until spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflow stops.

CryptoQuant CEO Says Bitcoin Will Witness Supply-Side Crisis Amid Massive BTC Accumulation – Here's When

Authorities in Hong Kong have been urged to approve spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds in order to cement the region's position as the financial hub of Asia. Industry participants believe that launching this ahead of the U.S. will enhance Hong Kong's status in the global cryptocurrency market. Approving Spot Ethereum ETFs Ahead the U.S.

Crypto Industry Players in Hong Kong Call for Swift Approval of Bitcoin ETFs

Bitcoin (BTC) miners are reaping record profits, with daily mining rewards reaching a record-breaking $78.89 million on March 11, according to data from Blockchain.com.

Bitcoin Miner Revenue Reaches All-Time Highs

First Trust was one of the first to file for a BTC ETF, and was rejected by the SEC in January 2022.

SEC Orders First Trust-SkyBridge to Declare its Bitcoin ETF Application Abandoned

Bitcoin (BTC) prices dipped after hotter-than-expected inflation data from the US sparked concerns about delayed interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve.

Bitcoin Price Dips 5% After CPI Data Shows Inflation Still High

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has offered up Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as a potential solution to the surging national debt of the United States. What Happened: His remarks were in response to a tweet by analyst Robert Sterling, who highlighted the rapid increase in national debt through a color-coded chart.

Coinbase CEO Has A Solution For Fixing National Debt: 'You Can Buy Bitcoin..Save The US Long Term'

President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador has indicated that his country's bitcoin holdings may exceed public estimates. He revealed that El Salvador has been generating bitcoin-related revenue from various sources in addition to the capital gains from bitcoin purchased since its legalization as a legal tender in the country.

El Salvador Has More Bitcoin Than Public Estimates With Multiple BTC Revenue Sources, President Bukele Indicates

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Major cryptocurrencies took a slight breather on Tuesday evening amidst a sudden surge of volatility in the cryptocurrency market. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded 9:30 p.m.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Drop Amid Hotter-Than-Expected CPI Data: Analyst Says The Next Key Level For King Crypto Is $83K

From the Andes to the Amazon, unbanked communities in Peru are using bitcoin, and it's having a notably positive effect on them.

Unbanked Bitcoin Users In Peru Are Changing Their Communities

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has warned that the biggest bubble in history will wipe out baby boomers, emphasizing that the stock market is set to crash.

Robert Kiyosaki Warns Biggest Bubble in History Will Wipe Out Boomers — Advises Buying ‘Real Assets' Like Bitcoin

The top American rapper reposted Saylor's interview on Bitcoin's potential after the digital asset crossed $72,000.

Drake Shared Michael Saylor's Bullish Take on Bitcoin to His 146 Million Instagram Followers

Blackrock, the world's largest asset manager, has hit a significant milestone with its spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), the Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). The fund's crypto holdings have reached nearly 204K bitcoins, representing over $14.76 billion in assets under management (AUM).

Blackrock's Spot Bitcoin ETF Holdings Near 204K BTC as Demand Soars

Bitcoin has been on a tear in 2024. Over the past several weeks, the token has reached multiple new highs.

Bitcoin Liquidity Crisis Incoming? Bitcoin ETF Demand Surges And New All-Time Highs

The financial giant behind the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) is filing a new BTC product with the leading United States securities regulator. According to a new filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Grayscale is attempting to register a “Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust,” a spin-off of GBTC.

Crypto Giant Grayscale Files With SEC for New Bitcoin Mini Trust Spin-Off Product

Grayscale is set to introduce a new Bitcoin ETF, the Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust, in an innovative move aimed at revitalizing its flagship Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (OTC: GBTC) amid recent financial challenges. What Happened: The announcement came through an S-1 filing on Tuesday, revealing plans to launch the new fund under the ticker "BTC" as a strategic "spin-off" from GBTC.

Unlocking the Vault: Grayscale's 'Spin-Off' Bitcoin ETF Breakdown

Texas-based Core Scientific, which recently started trading again on Nasdaq, reported earnings for the entire fiscal year of 2023.

$1.4 billion of bitcoin mined last year by once bankrupt Core Scientific

The move firmly plants the European fund manager in the American market.

CoinShares Snaps Up Valkyrie Funds—Along With Its Bitcoin ETF

In its closing statement in the UK high court, COPA accuses Wright of forging documents to try and prove he created Bitcoin.

Satoshi Trial Proves ‘Beyond Doubt' That Craig Wright Did Not Invent Bitcoin, Says COPA

Roman Sterlingov, the founder of long-running cryptocurrency mixer Bitcoin Fog, was convicted by a federal jury in Washington on Tuesday of facilitating the laundering of over 1.2 million bitcoins – worth about $860 million at today's prices – tied to darknet marketplaces.

Bitcoin Fog Founder Convicted of Money Laundering

JPMorgan Chase & Co (NYSE: JPM) CEO Jamie Dimon on Tuesday affirmed his support for individual rights to invest in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), even as he shared his insights on the cryptocurrency's impressive rally and speculated on the timing of a potential rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve this year. What Happened: Speaking at the Australian Financial Review business summit in Sydney, Dimon drew an analogy between buying Bitcoin and smoking cigarettes to illustrate his point on personal freedom.

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Vows To Defend Your Right To Buy Bitcoin — But Hints At Unseen Macro Threat

Momentum behind bitcoin's rally has waned so expect a period of consolidation, Matrixport analysts noted.

Bitcoin Shoots Above $73K, Tumbles to $69K, Rebounds to $71K, Triggering $360M in Crypto Liquidations

The long-time crypto critic concedes that investors want to buy Bitcoin.

JP Morgan's Dimon: ‘I'll Defend Your Right To Buy a Bitcoin'

Earlier this week, former president Donald Trump went on CNBC to discuss Bitcoin and other related topics. Among the major points were a new regulatory stance from the presidential candidate, as well as some interesting developments from his recent line of Trump Sneakers.

Donald Trump Says He Would Not Crack Down On Bitcoin Or Crypto If Elected President

With bitcoin climbing over 50% in the past month, the notable gold aficionado and economist Peter Schiff has thrown shade at the market's recent rally. Schiff argues that this uptick in value is nothing but “speculative mania” and advises folks to funnel their risky investments into gold instead.

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