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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.

The firm intends to use the funding to bolster the USDh ecosystem such as through custodial partnerships and enhanced liquidity.

Bitcoin-backed stablecoin developer Hermetica raises $1.7 million in seed funding

Bitcoin's use as a store of value or a means of exchange is not mutually exclusive.

Bitcoin's False Dichotomy between SoV and MoE

Bitcoin dominance climbs to 58.91%, the highest level in 3.5 years, last reached in April 2021.

Bitcoin Tops $68K, With Dominance Over Crypto Market Hitting New Cycle High

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Oct. 16, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Moves Above $68K Amid Renewed Bullishness

Capital gains in Italy have been taxed above €2,000 at 26% since 2023 after several new rules for cryptocurrency taxation were introduced.

Italy plans to raise capital gains tax on bitcoin from 26% to 42%: report

"The market is becoming fragile, and any loss of momentum could trigger a swift correction," an analyst from CEX.io told Decrypt.

Bitcoin Price Faces Correction Risk as Open Interest Surges Amid Low Trading Volume

CME Bitcoin Futures Open Interest Hits All-Time High with Third-Largest Five-Day Increase, Following Two Price Surges.

Open Interest on CME Bitcoin Futures Hits All-Time High, Signals Further Bullishness

Asset management giant Ark Invest predicted a positive turn for Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) price on account of the oversold conditions witnessed for the Stablecoin Supply Ratio Oscillator (SSRO.) What Happened: A recent report.

Cathie Wood's Ark Invest Says 'Uptrend' Developing In Bitcoin's Market Structure Because Of This Reason

Global investment bank Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) has actively pitched stocks and investments tied to Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) to its clients this year, despite executive chairman James Gorman's skepticism about the leading cryptocurrency's potential. What happened: Earlier this year, Gorman, who stepped down from his CEO role after a 14-year stint, famously discussed his reservations about Bitcoin's investment appeal.

Morgan Stanley Chair James Gorman Once Said Bitcoin's Role In Wealthy People's Financial Fabric Would Be Very Small: The Investment Bank Is Now On A Roll Recommending King Crypto To Clients

Tesla, a pioneer in electric vehicles spearheaded by Elon Musk, reportedly transferred its entire Bitcoin holdings, 11,509 BTC valued at approximately $770 million, to new digital addresses.

Tesla Stirs Crypto Market With Unpredicted Bitcoin Wallet Activity

The open interest of Bitcoin (BTC) hit a staggering $19.8 billion on Oct. 15.

Bitcoin Futures Market Hits Record High, Signaling Strong Investor Confidence

A closely followed crypto analyst believes the lights are green for Bitcoin (BTC) to finally break out of its lengthy consolidation period. Pseudonymous analyst Jack Sparrow tells his 254,100 followers on the social media platform X that Bitcoin is clear for take-off after moving above $62,800.

‘Lights Go Mega Green' – Trader Unveils Massive Price Target for Bitcoin Following Abrupt BTC Rally

Traders seek upside exposure in BTC even as FX option indicate a bias a bullish bias for the dollar index.

Bitcoin's Inverse Ties With Dollar Index Challenged as U.S. Election Looms

Samara Asset Group, a Malta-based investment company focused on seeding tech and crypto startups, aims to follow the Microstrategy playbook by announcing a bond whose proceeds will grow its bitcoin portfolio.

Malta-Based Investment Company to Follow Microstrategy's Bitcoin Playbook

The Tokyo-listed firm has executed a roll up transaction of its bitcoin put options, updating the strike price to $66,000 from $62,000.

Japan's Metaplanet rolls up bitcoin put options for additional revenue

On Oct. 15, 2024, Tesla initiated a transaction, transferring 1,800 BTC at precisely 5:03 p.m. EDT at block height 865,811. Following this initial move, the company shifted a grand total of 11,509 BTC, valued at more than $760 million, from its well-known wallets.

Tesla Relocates $760M Worth of Bitcoin, While Spacex Funds Remain Untouched

Analysts at global research and brokerage firm Bernstein say bitcoin's surge is fueled by Donald Trump's rising chances in the 2024 election. They point to Microstrategy's stock, soaring 191% this year, as a key signal of a looming market breakout.

Analysts Link Bitcoin Rally to Trump's Election Odds – Microstrategy Gains Set Stage for a Breakout

In a major development, EV juggernaut Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) has reportedly transferred nearly all of its Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) stash to unknown wallets, sparking speculation about whether CEO Elon Musk planned to offload the company's cryptocurrency holdings. What Happened: A wallet labeled as Tesla moved 11,500 BTCs, worth $760 million of the leading cryptocurrency, to several unidentified wallets Tuesday, according to on-chain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence.

Elon Musk's Tesla Waving Goodbye To Bitcoin? $760M Sent To Unknown Wallets

Banking giant Standard Chartered is predicting a sharp rise in bitcoin's value, with forecasts suggesting it could approach its all-time high of $73,800 as the U.S. presidential election nears.

Bitcoin Surge Looms as US Election Nears — Standard Chartered Predicts BTC Rally to $73,800

The sale of a new cryptocurrency backed by former U.S.

‘Big News'—Donald Trump Declares ‘Crypto Is The Future' After Blowing Up The Bitcoin Price

Bitcoin's sharp rally has Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan rethinking how fast the crypto could skyrocket, as investors rush to position themselves ahead of the next big surge. “People don't want to be left behind if and when crypto takes off,” he stressed. “There is a lot of dry powder on the sidelines.

‘We Go Higher Fast' — Bitwise CIO Predicts Bitcoin Breakout as Investors Fear Being Left Behind

A new University report shows that not many people are using the orange coin to buy things in El Salvador.

Salvadorans Like Bukele But Aren't Using Bitcoin, Survey says

Bitcoin (BTC) infrastructure firm Blockstream is raising hundreds of millions of dollars in funding ahead of BTC's next big wave. In a post on the social media platform X, Blockstream confirms that it just concluded a $210,000,000 funding round led by Fulgur Ventures.

Blockstream Closes $210,000,000 in Funding To Accelerate Development ‘Ahead of Next Bitcoin Cycle'

On-chain data indicates that wallets associated with Elon Musk's electric car company have begun moving funds.

Is Elon Musk Selling Bitcoin? Tesla Transfers All $760M of Its BTC to Unknown Wallets.

Elon Musk's Tesla has moved over $500 million worth of bitcoin to five new addresses, possibly in preparation to sell of more of its holdings.

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