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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.

Google's Quantum Breakthrough: What It Means for AI, Bitcoin, and the Future. Quantum can be good and bad for crypto, AI, and bitcoin.

From Qubits To Cryptos: What Quantum Means For AI And Bitcoin

Microsoft, one of the largest tech companies in the world, has reinforced its interest in crypto as an asset class, proclaiming that it was one of the pioneers in accepting digital assets for its services.

Microsoft Reinforces Its Interest in Crypto Despite Rejection of Bitcoin Investments

MicroStrategy has increased its bitcoin holdings to a total of 439,000 BTC following its latest purchase of 15,350 BTC.

MicroStrategy Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to 439,000 BTC Following Nasdaq 100 Inclusion

The Federal Reserve has been warned its "biggest nightmare" could come true in 2025

The Fed's ‘Biggest Nightmare' Is Suddenly Coming True As Bitcoin Price Surges

Satoshi Action Fund CEO and co-founder Dennis Porter on Sunday revealed that President elect Donald Trump is exploring the possibility of issuing an executive order to create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR). The move would mark a significant shift in U.S. economic policy, positioning Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as a core national asset.

Trump Reportedly Considering Executive Order To Establish Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Imagine you have a rare collectible. It's aged like fine wine, but only shows the original price tag. That's how U.S. companies have been told to value their bitcoin ... stuck in the past instead of reflecting its true worth. As of today, that changes.

Crypto Daybook Americas: Bitcoin Tops $106K as New Accounting Rule Takes Effect

Shares of were higher Monday after Nasdaq.

MicroStrategy shares jump as bitcoin proxy will join Nasdaq-100 index and 'QQQ' ETF

A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets by Amanda Cooper.

AMERICAS Making bitcoin great - and above $105,000

The spike in activity likely stems from "cash-secured" selling of the options by traders who missed the rally in the ETF.

BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Put Options at $30, $35 Price Levels See Volume Spike

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

What Happened in Crypto Today: Why Are the Bitcoin Whales Dumping?

MicroStrategy shares rose about 4% in premarket trading on Monday as the software company and bitcoin buyer was set to join the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 index, further brightening the prospects of the stock.

Bitcoin buyer MicroStrategy's Nasdaq 100 entry to support stock rally

Macro guru Luke Gromen believes the US has minimal choice but to seriously consider elevating Bitcoin (BTC) as a neutral reserve asset. In a new interview with Bitcoin firebrand Robert Breedlove, Gromen says the country is facing a national security crisis after Russia crushed US and NATO forces in Ukraine.

Bitcoin Could Become Neutral Reserve Asset As BTC Now a National Security Issue, Says Investor Luke Gromen

Bitcoin wallets holding less than 1 BTC, also known as "shrimp" wallets, are expected to increase by nearly 9% in the near term, according to analyst Axel Adler.

Bitcoin Shrimp Wallets Set To Increase by 9% as Small Investors Continue Accumulating, While Long-Term Holders Sell 827,783 BTC

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) record-breaking run to $106,000 has been considerably boosted by a spurt in whale investor holdings, on-chain data revealed Sunday, although retail continued to control the majority supply. What Happened: Since the bull rally commenced on Oct. 10, there has been a net increase of 1,582 more wallets holding at least 100 BTC, blockchain analysis firm Santiment reported on X.

Bitcoin's Bull Run Gets A Boost From Whale Accumulators, But Retail Still The King In Ownership

Data from the past eight years shows that bitcoin ended December in the green six times since 2015, running at least 8% to as much as 46% (in the outlier year of 2020).

Bitcoin Traders Now Target $120K as Bullish 'Santa Claus Rally' Gains Steam

By stabilizing grids, utilizing surplus energy, and integrating with renewables, bitcoin mining is becoming a key part of the clean energy transition.

Bitcoin Mining Powers Europe's Energy Transition During Crisis

The Fed is likely to deliver a “hawkish rate cut,” with hints of less easing next year.

Bitcoin Soars to Record High Above $106K, Then Retreats as Hawkish Fed Rate Cut Looms

Analysts thinj bitcoin price may see more upward momentum through the end of the year and into 2025.

Bitcoin price registered a fresh all-time high above $106,000

Bitcoin rallied to a new all-time high Sunday evening as investors awaited an expected interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve later this week.

Bitcoin rises to new record above $106,000 as investors await this week's Fed decision

Bitcoin's price, now hovering between $105,025 to $105,269, showcases a lively market with a 24-hour trade volume hitting $82 billion and a market cap soaring to $2.08 trillion. Bitcoin On the 1-hour chart, bitcoin‘s recent leap past $105,000 highlights a powerful bullish breakout, touching a record peak at $106,533.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Bulls Eye $110K After All-Time High Breakout

The U.S. dollar hovered close to a three-week peak versus major peers on Monday amid expectations the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates this week but then signal a measured pace of easing for 2025.

Dollar hovers near 3-week high before Fed; bitcoin tops $105,000

Bitcoin, the flagship cryptocurrency, soared past the $105,000 mark on Dec. 15, 2024, reaching an intraday peak of $105,149 per coin. This represents a 4% increase against the U.S. dollar within the day, showcasing a strong performance in the crypto market.

Bitcoin Blasts Past $105,000, Setting New Record High

Bitcoin is posting new highs, bolstered by various tailwinds, including market reactions to President-elect Donald Trump.

Bitcoin Climbs to $105,000 as Trump Trade Continues to Drive Assets Higher

Bitcoin surged to a record high above $105,000 in early Asian trade on Monday, extending gains made since Republican Donald Trump, who has promised to champion cryptocurrencies, was elected U.S. president in November.

Bitcoin powers above $105,000 for first time

According to the latest stats, Bitcoin's network hashrate has soared past the 800 exahash per second (EH/s) mark, based on the seven-day simple moving average (SMA). The network's computing might has hit a record-breaking high of 805 EH/s.

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