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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.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) appears to be departing from its traditional four-year price cycle, according to industry expert Chris Burniske, who suggests the apex cryptocurrency will see milder drawdowns in the future. What Happened: Burniske on Wednesday on X predicted that under a supportive U.S. administration, crypto could enter a “Goldilocks period,” marked by steadier growth and less extreme drawdowns.

Bitcoin's 4-Year Cycle Is Breaking And That's A Good Thing, Industry Expert Says

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) 6% rally over the past seven days has technical analysts cautiously bullish about its near-term prospects. What Happened: The apex cryptocurrency briefly tapped the $100,000 mark on Wednesday following cooler-than-expected inflation data but remains below the six-figure mark, trading around $97,600 at the time of writing.

Bitcoin Sitting Under $100,000: What Does Technical Analysis Say?

ETF data from Jan. 15 reveals a strong rebound for bitcoin ETFs after four days of successive outflows, with ether ETFs also seeing another day of inflows. Bitcoin ETFs Back in the Green After Consecutive Losses Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced a series of outflows over four days, with $1.22 billion exiting the 12 U.S.

Bitcoin ETFs Halt Four Days of Outflows With $755 Million Inflow

Crypto exchange Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has launched a new service allowing U.S. customers (excluding in the state of New York) to borrow (CRYPTO: USDC) against their Bitcoin holdings. This new offering allows users to access liquidity without selling their Bitcoin, providing instant loans with flexible repayment terms and competitive interest rates powered by Morpho, an open-source lending protocol on Coinbase's Layer-2 blockchain Base.

Coinbase Launches Bitcoin-Backed Loans For US Users

The ability to post collateral, rather than credit rating, will determine whether a client can borrow.

Coinbase to Offer Bitcoin-Backed Loans Through Morpho

HashKey Group, has projected a $10 trillion total cryptocurrency market capitalization by 2025, alongside Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) reaching $300,000, according to their “Top 10 Market Predictions.” What Happened: Hashkey, a digital asset financial services group in Asia, further projects Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) exceeding $8,000 based on a poll of 16 popular scenarios and voted on by nearly 50,000 community members over a nine-day period.

Bitcoin To $300,000 In 2025, Asian Asset Management Firm Says

Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs experienced a significant resurgence on Jan. 15, with a combined net inflow of over $815 million, marking the first positive day after a four-day outflow period. What Happened: After four days of outflows, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) spot ETFs saw a strong rebound on Wednesday, recording a total net inflow of $755 million.

Bitcoin Consolidates Around $99,000 After $750 Million ETF Inflows On Wednesday

Cryptocurrency analyst Benjamin Cowen is issuing a warning on Bitcoin (BTC) as the flagship digital asset hovers below $100,000. In a new video, Cowen tells his 858,000 YouTube subscribers that a continued rise in the yield on the US Treasury 10-year will have a bearish impact on Bitcoin.

Analyst Says One Factor Could Be a Headwind for Bitcoin, Outlines ‘Line in the Sand' BTC Must Overcome

Komainu has announced the successful completion of a $75 million strategic investment from Blockstream, pending regulatory approvals.

Komainu Secures $75 Million Bitcoin Investment From Blockstream, Backed by Nomura

The crypto market has had a bullish 24 hours, thanks to Wednesday's soft U.S. core inflation print that alleviated hawkish Fed concerns. The momentum, however, has slowed.

Crypto Daybook Americas: Bitcoin Bulls Lose Momentum Before Bessent Confirmation Hearing

While the trend of corporations warming up to holding bitcoin as a reserve asset is starting to grow in the U.S., three unicorns in Argentina already hold bitcoin in their portfolios.

Bitcoin Fever Reaches Corporate Argentina: These Unicorns Already Hold BTC

Blockstream CEO and co-founder Adam Back is to join Komainu's board of directors.

Nomura-Backed Komainu Receives $75M Bitcoin Investment From Blockstream Capital

The transaction was funded in bitcoin, with Komainu establishing its own bitcoin treasury to manage the capital provided.

Nomura-backed Komainu raises $75 million strategic investment in bitcoin from Blockstream

Wednesday's price action for bitcoin was the fourth time it exceeded the key $100,000 price level.

Bitcoin Revisits $100K as Trump Inauguration May Spur a Breakout: Van Straten

Cathie Wood, the founder of asset management firm Ark Invest, said Wednesday that the firm's conviction in the $1.5 million bull case for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) in 2030 has strengthened thanks to several bullish developments last year. What happened: During an X Spaces discussion on Wednesday, Wood stated, "Our bull case is at $1.5 million.

Ark Invest's Cathie Wood Says Belief In Bitcoin's $1.5 Million Price Target By 2030 Has Grown

Wednesday's soft U.S. core CPI has opened doors for traders to focus on Trump's swearing in and the possibility of first-day pro-crypto announcement.

Bitcoin Poised to Top Record as Trump Inauguration Nears, Major Coins Due for 10% Swings: Traders

Matt Hougan thinks the burgeoning trend of corporate Bitcoin (BTC) purchases is only beginning.

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan Predicts Explosion of Corporate Bitcoin Purchases in ‘Overlooked Megatrend'

Bitcoin briefly touched $100,000 on Wednesday following a report showing signs of cooling U.S. inflation.

Bitcoin Briefly Hits $100,000 Mark as Cooling U.S. Inflation Boosts Market Optimism

Oklahoma Rep. Cody Maynard introduced the 'Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act' that would allow the state's public funds to invest in bitcoin.

Oklahoma lawmaker proposes bill for state to invest in bitcoin

SEC chair warns most crypto tokens lack compliance and face uncertain futures, while bitcoin, compared to gold, stands as a speculative but enduring asset. SEC Chief: Bitcoin Sets the Standard While Crypto Tokens Face Tougher Laws Outgoing U.S.

SEC Chief: Bitcoin Clear but 15,000 Crypto Tokens Face Uncertain Fate

HashKey's annual market forecast reveals 50% of respondents expect Bitcoin to triple current levels as institutional adoption accelerates.

Bitcoin Could Top $300,000 This Year, New HashKey Survey Claims

James Howells, who lost the legal bid to retrieve his $800 million Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) fortune, has now turned to Donald Trump for help, expressing hopes for intervention from the U.S. President-elect, according to a Wednesday report. What Happened: Howells acknowledged that his chances of recovery are slim after a judge dismissed his request to excavate the landfill that has the discarded hard drive containing 8,000 BTC, as reported by the New York Post.

Man Who Accidentally Threw Away Bitcoin Worth $800 Million Looks To Trump For Help: 'I Am Appealing To Him'

Matt Hougan provided the rationale for his prediction in a weekly memo published on Monday. Corporate Bitcoin Treasuries Are an Overlooked Megatrend Software firm Microstrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR) saw revenues dip by 10% in 2024, yet it was one of the best performing stocks in the Nasdaq 100, according to Barchart.com.

Bitwise CIO Predicts ‘Megatrend' of Companies Setting up Corporate Bitcoin Treasuries

Bitcoin prices rallied above $100,000 today, eliminating recent losses as anticipation surrounding crucial policy decisions propelled the digital currency higher.

Bitcoin Surpasses $100,000 As Political Optimism Drives Gains

Favorable crypto policies in the U.S. along with supportive monetary conditions have been identified as triggers for bitcoin's next big price move. Bitcoin Poised for Macro Price Peak in 2025 Bitcoin's price is on track to achieve its next macro peak, according to the latest weekly report from onchain analytics platform Cryptoquant.

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