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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.

An Australian computer scientist who claimed he invented bitcoin was on Friday accused of contempt of court after he filed a 911 billion-pound ($1.18 trillion) lawsuit against Twitter founder Jack Dorsey's payments firm Block in Britain.

Self-proclaimed bitcoin inventor faces contempt of court case over $1.2 trillion UK lawsuit

An Australian computer scientist who claimed he invented bitcoin was on Friday accused of contempt of court after he filed a 911 million-pound ($1.18 billion) lawsuit against Twitter founder Jack Dorsey's payments firm Block in Britain.

Self-proclaimed bitcoin inventor faces contempt of court case over $1.2 bln UK lawsuit

Michael Saylor‘s declaration that “MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) is the public equity play on Bitcoin maximalism” aptly defines the company's pioneering approach in corporate Bitcoin holdings. Saylor highlighted the company's strategy in a post on X on Thursday: MicroStrategy is the public equity play on #Bitcoin Maximalism.

Michael Saylor Calls MicroStrategy The 'Public Equity Play On Bitcoin Maximalism': Here's Who's Following This Approach

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Nov. 1, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Pares Losses Following Thursday's Slump

The Mt. Gox estate transferred 500 Bitcoin ($35.04 million) to two unmarked addresses early on Friday, according to Arkham.

Mt. Gox sends 500 bitcoin to two unmarked wallets: Arkham data

A widely followed crypto analyst believes Bitcoin (BTC) still remains on track to hit new all-time highs (ATHs) after a correction earlier this week. In a new strategy session on the TechnicalRoundup YouTube channel, pseudonymous crypto analyst DonAlt says that he remains bullish on Bitcoin after it dipped into the $69,000 range. “So weekly good.

Trader Outlines Path Forward for Bitcoin, Predicts BTC Breakout to New All-Time High – But There's a Catch

The broker raised its price target for the software company to $300 from $173 while maintaining its buy rating.

MicroStrategy Remains One of the Best Ways to Gain Exposure to Bitcoin Given its Intelligent Leverage Strategy: Canaccord

Over $2 billion worth of bitcoin was sent to exchanges at a loss on Thursday, the most since August's yen carry trade unwind, as bitcoin fell below $70,000.

Bitcoin's Drop on Thursday Spurred Panic Sales Among Short-Term Holders: Van Straten

Blockstream CEO Adam Back was the first person that Satoshi reached out to regarding Bitcoin. Fresh off of a $210 million fundraise, Back plans to bring everything from stablecoins to stocks to the $1.4 trillion blockchain.

Satoshi's First Bitcoin Collaborator Reveals What's Next For The $1.4 Trillion Blockchain

Dogecoin

A widely followed analyst and trader is leaning bullish on a blockchain oracle built in the Solana (SOL) ecosystem while offering his outlook on Bitcoin (BTC) and Dogecoin (DOGE).

Top Analyst Says ‘God Candle' Loading on Solana-Based Altcoin, Updates Outlook on Bitcoin and Dogecoin

Sazmining, a green Bitcoin mining company with operations in Wisconsin and Paraguay, aims to improve the heating business using mining as a key element.

Sazmining Brings Bitcoin Mining-Powered Sustainable Heating to a Norwegian Town

CleanSpark has announced the strategic acquisition of GRIID Infrastructure, a critical point in the Bitcoin mining sector.

CleanSpark Expands Bitcoin Mining With $155M GRIID Acquisition

Defunct cryptocurrency exchange Mt. Gox has transferred 500 BTC, valued at approximately $35 million, into two unknown cold wallets.

Mt. Gox Stirs Crypto Markets With Transfer of $35 Million in Bitcoin

A tracker for market sentiment reached “extreme greed” levels on Thursday, which has historically preceded market corrections.

Bitcoin Price Drop Leads to $250M Bullish Liquidations; Crypto Sentiment Indicator Signals Top

A closely followed crypto analyst says is turning bullish on Bitcoin (BTC) as the flagship crypto asset hovers above $70,000.

Bitcoin Could Hit a Six-Figure Price by December, Says Crypto Analyst Michaël van de Poppe – Here's His Outlook

On Thursday, influential economist Peter Schiff took a swipe at MicroStrategy Inc.(NASDAQ:MSTR) CEO Michael Saylor's $42 billion Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) investment strategy, likening it to a market trap. What Happened: Schiff took to X, formerly Twitter, and compared Saylor to “the Egg Man” in a metaphorical critique of his Bitcoin investment plans.

Michael Saylor The 'Egg Man'? Peter Schiff Points Out A Potential Pitfall Of MicroStategy's $42B Debt-Funded Bitcoin Bet

In just 10 months, spot Bitcoin ETFs have amassed over 50% of the assets held by gold ETFs, which have been around for two decades.

US Bitcoin ETFs Amass Over Half of Gold's Holdings in First Year

Peter Schiff warns that Microstrategy's $42 billion plan to boost bitcoin holdings, funded by debt and equity, risks a dangerous liquidity trap. He called Michael Saylor “the Egg Man.

Peter Schiff's Grim Forecast: Microstrategy's Bitcoin Gamble Nears Dangerous Limits

Microstrategy announced a $42 billion plan to accelerate bitcoin purchases, aiming to strengthen its reserves and position itself as a leader in digital asset investment. Aiming High: Microstrategy's $42 Billion Vision for Unmatched Bitcoin Reserves Software intelligence firm Microstrategy Inc.

Microstrategy Unveils $42 Billion Plan to Power Large-Scale Bitcoin Purchases

The assets dropped with U.S. equities on Thursday.

Bitcoin Flirts With $70,000 as US Election Race Race Narrows

As the Nigerian Naira records its worst performance against the U.S. dollar in weeks, bitcoin continues to rally toward ATH levels in Nigeria.

Bitcoin Price Nears All Tim High In Nigeria, As Naira Hits Record Low

As the Nigerian Naira records its worst performance against the US dollar in weeks, bitcoin continues to rally toward ATH levels in Nigeria.

Bitcoin Nears ATH In Nigeria, As Naira Hits Record Low

The crypto community remains skeptical after a British businessman accused of fraud held a press conference today declaring that he is the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin (BTC), Satoshi Nakamoto. The event was announced in a press release yesterday.

Businessman Claiming To Be Bitcoin (BTC) Creator Satoshi Nakamoto Holds Press Conference in London

Analysts at the top bank think traders are feeling uncertain about the market—and this could further benefit Bitcoin.

Bitcoin and Gold Both Win If Trump Secures Election, Says JP Morgan

BOB, short for “Build on Bitcoin,” is now part of the Superchain ecosystem, a network expanding with Optimism's OP Stack. As a hybrid layer-two (L2) solution, BOB taps into the strengths of both Bitcoin and Ethereum, merging Bitcoin's security with Ethereum's adaptable framework.

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