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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.

Microstrategy may have scooped up 2,138 BTC recently, but its stock price has been anything but steady. The company's shares are now trading more than 36% below their record high.

Microstrategy's Crypto Fortune Grows, Yet Stock Plummets 36% From All-Time High

Why simply hodling bitcoin and watching the number go up is not enough for it to succeed.

Bitcoin: Use It Or Lose It

A closely followed crypto analyst says that one factor could cause Bitcoin (BTC) to plummet all the way down to $85,000. In a new thread on the social media platform X, crypto trader Justin Bennett tells his 115,700 followers that the next time prominent stablecoin Tether's (USDT) dominance level (USDT.D) tests the 4.

Crypto Analyst Justin Bennett Warns One Factor Could Trigger Massive Bitcoin Plunge – Here's His Target

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) relatively subdued performance over the past week has traders speculating whether prices might fall below key support levels before year-end. What Happened: Chris Burniske, a crypto industry expert and former ARK Invest analyst, remains optimistic despite Bitcoin's 15% retracement from its highs.

Bitcoin Up 1% To $94,000: 'Sweet' Setup Going Into 2025, But Beware A Drop Below $93,000, Experts Say

Blockchain sleuths have flagged a notable acquisition: on Dec. 30, 2024, a bitcoin address believed to be linked to stablecoin issuer Tether added 8,404.48 BTC to its reserves, valued at a cool $772 million.

Numerology Combined With Strategy? Tether's Bitcoin Holdings Soar Past 83,000 BTC

Macroeconomic concerns and rampant profit-taking are weighing on the crypto market as the year comes to an end.

Bitcoin Drops to $92,000 as Long-Term Holders Keep Taking Profit

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Another Monday, another big Bitcoin buy from Microstrategy—its eighth consecutive weekly purchase.

Microstrategy Won't Stop Buying Bitcoin, Adds Another $209 Million

Bitcoin, currently dancing between $91,721 and $92,105 over the last hour, has dipped by 2.7% in the past 24 hours. Its market cap stands tall at $1.81 trillion, with a trading volume of $45.45 billion and an intraday price swing from $91,315 to $94,562.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Weak Recovery Signals Hint at Further Downside

Primarily endorsed by Bitcoin proponents, GOP politicians, and Trump, here's how a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve could actually appeal to progressives.

A Progressive Case for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve: Strengthening America's Social Safety Net

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) and the rest of the cryptocurrency industry are set for a transformative 2025, according to research from Galaxy Research. What Happened: In a thread on X on Dec. 27, Galaxy Research forecasts notable advances in adoption, infrastructure and regulatory clarity, as well as specific advancements for different assets.

2025 Outlook: Bitcoin To $150,000, Ethereum To $5,500, Dogecoin Hits $1, Galaxy Research Predicts

The firm, which has been generating record profits, has been trying to diversify its holdings and reinvest in emerging sectors.

Tether transfers 7,629 bitcoin to strategic reserve account, onchain data shows

The chief executive of market intelligence platform CryptoQuant is warning investors that the US government's motivations for creating a Bitcoin (BTC) standard may be different from what they expect.

US Government's Motivations for BTC Standard Likely Differ From Bitcoiners, Warns CryptoQuant CEO

MicroStrategy Inc (NASDAQ:MSTR) extends its Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) acquisition strategy, announcing on Monday its latest purchase of 2,138 BTC for approximately $209 million to bring the company's total holdings to 446,400 BTC. What Happened: MicroStrategy's Executive Chairman Michael Saylor announced the acquisition on X, having purchased the Bitcoin at an average price of $97,837 per coin.

MicroStrategy Drops Another $209 Million On Bitcoin, Extends Buying Streak To 8 Weeks

On Monday, while bitcoin (BTC) prices hovered between $92,850 and $93,150 over the last hour, Microstrategy founder Michael Saylor took to X to share that his firm snagged 2,138 BTC for $209 million at $97,837 each.

Microstrategy Buys 2,138 BTC: Saylor's Billion-Dollar Bet Shows No Signs of Slowing

The purchase takes MicroStrategy's total bitcoin holdings to 446,400 BTC.

MicroStrategy Buys a Further 2,138 BTC, Adding to Stash for 8th Consecutive Week

According to a prominent whale trader, Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) could be positioned for a successful first quarter in 2025. What Happened: In a post on X on Sunday, pseudonymous whale trader Eugene Ng Ah Sio emphasized that Ethereum is poised to capitalize on the more pro-crypto environment in the U.S. following Donald Trump's election victory.

Ethereum To Outperform Bitcoin In Q1 2025 For These 3 Reasons, Whale Trader Says

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said she expects the debt ceiling to be reached around the inauguration date for President-elect Donald Trump.

U.S. Debt Ceiling Looms in Signal for a Bitcoin Cycle Bottom

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office in 2025, the cryptocurrency market hoped that a strategic Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) reserve would take wings and eventually be implemented. Recent developments evoke optimism, with Trump reportedly planning an executive order to create a national stockpile.

Will Trump Administration Sell Gold To Buy Bitcoin For Strategic Reserve In 2025? Analyst Says American Public Won't 'Tolerate' That

On Monday, Janover Inc (NASDAQ:JNVR) announced it will begin accepting payments in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), and Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) for select services. The company's decision aligns with the increasing support for digital assets in domestic policy and broader financial markets.

EXCLUSIVE: Janover To Accept Bitcoin Payments And Consider Crypto For Treasury Allocation

Fundstrat‘s head of research Tom Lee reiterates his forecast that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could surge beyond $250,000 within the next 12 months, citing cryptocurrency halving cycles and potential government adoption as key drivers. What Happened: Lee points to Bitcoin's recent halving event, which reduced the new supply of tokens, as a crucial factor supporting price momentum.

Bitcoin Could Surge Past $250,000, Says Tom Lee Citing BTC Halving Cycles And US Government Adoption

Cryptocurrency analysts of Coinidol.com report, Bitcoin (BTC) price has slipped below the 50-day SMA after a rejection of the recent high.

Bitcoin Loses Important Support And Falls To A Low Of 90,000 Dollars

Mike Belshe, CEO of Bitgo, a cryptocurrency services provider, has highlighted the growing interest among companies in adopting bitcoin as part of their reserve portfolios. Belshe remarked that the shift to a more favorable administration and the existence of ETFs have driven this change.

Bitgo CEO Highlights Shift Toward Bitcoin Among Companies

The move higher will be driven by institutional, corporate and nation-state adoption, the report said.

Bitcoin to Hit Record Around $185K in 2025 as Nation States Buy: Galaxy Research

Galaxy Research predicts a bullish year for Bitcoin in 2025, projecting prices to surpass $150,000 and potentially reach $185,000 in Q4.

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