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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.

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for March 4, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Surpasses $65K, Meme Tokens Rally

The crypto funds also registered their second-largest weekly net inflows of $1.8 billion, dominated by U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs.

Crypto funds saw record $30 billion in trading volume last week, dominated by bitcoin

In a powerful demonstration of resilience, bitcoin's value climbed past the $65,000 mark on March 4, 2024, showcasing a significant upward movement from its 24-hour low of $61,769. This climb is supported by a robust trade volume of $42.41 billion and a market capitalization of $1.276 trillion, indicating increased trader optimism.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: BTC Hits $65K, Edging Closer to Peak Valuation

A widely followed analyst says that a gut-wrenching correction may be in the cards for the crypto king Bitcoin (BTC). In a new video update, crypto strategist Benjamin Cowen tells his 792,000 YouTube subscribers that BTC has a history of retesting previous macro resistance levels as support before climbing higher.

Nasty Bitcoin Correction Incoming? Analyst Benjamin Cowen Updates Outlook on BTC

Bitcoin tops $65,000 as it nears 2021 all-time high

Bonk

Dogecoin

Shiba Inu

Solana

While Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) hit a new all-time high against the euro on Monday, the memecoin market experienced a significant rally, exceeding a $52 billion market capitalization within 24 hours. What Happened: Leading memecoins like Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE), Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB), and PepeCoin (CRYPTO: PEPE) saw impressive gains, with Dogecoin and Shiba Inu exceeding 18%.

Solana's BONK, PPBLZ, Popcat Join Memecoin Frenzy Led By Doge, Shiba Inu As Bitcoin Nears All-Time High

With bitcoin approaching all-time highs amid strong spot ETF inflows, Bernstein analysts expect a “big bang” DeFi recovery comes next.

DeFi poised for major comeback amid Bitcoin's rally, predict Bernstein analysts

The price of bitcoin reached an all-time high of €59,978 and £51,344 on Monday — but still remains below its record high in U.S. dollar terms.

Bitcoin breaches all-time high against euro and pound

Pepe

Memecoins such as Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB), PEPE (CRYPTO: PEPE), Floki (CRYPTO: FLOKI), and BONK (CRYPTO: BONK) are rallying, with prices rocketing. What Happened: The analytics platform Santiment reports that these memecoins have witnessed an average trading volume increase of over 3,000% in the last seven days.

Shiba Inu, PEPE, Floki, Bonk Ride Epic Bitcoin Rally With 3000% Surge In Weekly Trading Volumes

Bitcoin-based collections traded more volume than Ethereum collections in the past 24 hours, which shows network adoption as bitcoin prices inch closer to highs.

Bitcoin NFT NodeMonkes Sells for $1M as BTC Inches Towards $69K

Most bitcoin addresses bought coins at prices lower than the going market rate, according to IntoTheBlock.

Bitcoin Rally Leaves More Than 97% of Addresses in Profit, Blockchain Data Show

Bitcoin inched past $65K early Monday morning and set a new all-time high in Europe. It's now within 6% of setting a new USD all-time high.

Bitcoin Reaches $65,000—Now Only 6% Away From Its All-Time High

Bitcoin BTC has jumped over $65,000 per bitcoin to hit its highest level since late 2021—boosting the wider crypto market with some smaller cryptocurrencies branded "free money."

‘It's Happening!'—Huge Mystery Whale And Sudden $65,000 Bitcoin Price Surge Fuels Secret ‘Sovereign Bid' And Tech Billionaire Predictions

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) reached $65,000 on Monday, advancing toward its all-time high of $69,000 achieved in November 2021. What Happened: At the time of writing, the apex cryptocurrency is valued at $65,244, 5% below its peak, as reported by Benzinga Pro.

Bitcoin Crosses $65K Threshold, Eyes $69K Life-Time High As Open Interest Soars

Controversial figure Andrew Tate on Saturday commented on Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) price action as the apex cryptocurrency eyes $69,000 all-time highs. What Happened: Tate in a post shared, "If bitcoin goes to 70k I will call you all losers.

If Bitcoin Hits $70K, Andrew Tate Says 'I Will Call You All Losers'

The surge comes ahead of the anticipated halving event and rising inflows on bitcoin ETFs.

Bitcoin Tops $65K, Inches Closer to Lifetime Peak

Quant analyst PlanB says that Bitcoin (BTC) has now entered the stage of its market cycle where extreme price pumps and volatility are commonplace.

Phase of ‘Face-Melting FOMO' Now Underway for Bitcoin, According to Quant Analyst PlanB

Bitcoin mining firm Bitdeer said it hopes to support the community to get prepared for the bitcoin halving event expected to occur in April.

Bitdeer develops 4nm bitcoin mining chip for upcoming rig

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of Latin America's most relevant crypto and economic news during the last week. In this issue: President Bukele states El Salvador will not sell its bitcoin, Bitcoin ETFs land in Brazil and Peru, and Argentine President Javier Milei aims to criminalize central bank money issuance.

Latam Insights: El Salvador Won't Sell Its Bitcoin, Bitcoin Spot ETFs Land In Brazil and Peru

Prices and trading volumes for some nonfungible tokens are surging as Bitcoin appears interested in challenging its all-time high.

Bitcoin Ordinals, Milady Maker interest surges as optimism seeps into select NFT projects

Open interest in SHIB futures has crossed above $100 million, hinting at a speculative froth.

Shiba Inu Rings Greed Alarm As Bitcoin Eyes Record High

Ethereum

Major cryptocurrencies surged on Sunday evening amid overall optimism in the cryptocurrency market and as FOMO continues to draw in retail investors. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded 10:30 p.m.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Rally Amid FOMO: Analyst Predicts $100K On Table For King Crypto, Says 'Watch It Like A Hawk'

Bitcoin scaled a two-year high on Monday, breaking $64,000 as a wave of money carried it within striking distance of record levels.

Bitcoin bounces beyond $64,000 as records beckon

Bitcoin rose above the $64,000 mark at one stage on Monday morning in Asia, swinging around 7% away from the cryptocurrency's all-time high.

Bitcoin price climbs above $64,000 briefly, BTC futures open interest hits all-time high

The U.S. dollar drifted weaker on Monday, pressured by lower Treasury yields, as traders waited for more crucial economic data for fresh clues on the timing of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.

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