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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.

It's been a rough August, with the world's largest crypto set to close the month with a double-digit percentage loss.

Bitcoin Slips Back to $58K in Continued Desultory Action, but Next Week Could Offer Upside Excitement

The Institutional Paradox: How Big Money is Reshaping Bitcoin's Future

The Impact of Institutional Investors on Bitcoin

Crypto chart analyst Ali Martinez noted a drop in Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) exchange supply, which, however, did little to change Bitcoin's bearish price action. What Happened: Martinez cited Santiment data showing a 40,000 BTC, worth $2.4 billion, drop in exchange supply over the past 48 hours.

Bitcoin's Exchange Supply Dropped By 40K In 2 Days: Supply Shock Coming Or 'Enough Liquidity To Go Around'?

A widely followed crypto analyst believes that Bitcoin (BTC) is primed for an explosive breakout that could take it to new all-time highs (ATHs). Pseudonymous crypto trader Inmortal tells his 215,300 followers on the social media platform X that Bitcoin could flip its ATH of about $74,000 into support within four months.

Bitcoin Primed To Hit a New All-Time High, Says Crypto Analyst – Here's His Timeline

Blake Benthall, founder of Fathom X and former creator of the Silk Road 2.0, and Vincent Agostino, the former FBI agent who arrested Benthall in 2014, reminisced about their common past and how far the crypto industry has come since its early days. What Happened: In a recent episode of the Web3 Deep Dive podcast with host Rachel Wolfson, Benthall recalls his creation of Silk Road 2.0 in November 2013, a dark web marketplace primarily used for illegal drug transactions.

Silk Road 2.0 Founder Talks Crypto: 'I Remember When Bitcoin Was Just $100, We Thought We Missed The Boat Then'

On Thursday, the 12 U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced $71.73 million in outflows, with reductions seen across five distinct funds. Notably, Grayscale's ETHE led the spot ether ETFs, which faced $1.77 million in outflows, by losing $5.35 million. Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Face Outflows During the trading sessions on Aug.

US Bitcoin ETFs See $71.73M in Outflows as 5 Funds Take a Hit

A substantial portion of Bitcoin supply is moving into Long-Term Holder (LTH) status, despite recent market turbulence and a marked decrease in speculative activity, on-chain data shows. What Happened: According to the latest Glassnode report, this trend is particularly striking given the recent market conditions.

Underwater Bitcoin Buyers Refuse To Book Losses, But On-Chain Data Shows This May Be The Calm Before The Storm

Since its inception in 2009, Bitcoin has evolved from a niche concept into a driving force within global financial markets. This remarkable transformation is anchored by two key pillars: a utility-driven ecosystem that offers innovative solutions, and a visionary reimagining of the future of finance.

A Vision for Bitcoin Mass Adoption by Mark Zalan, CEO of GoMining

Bitcoin volatility is expected to decline as the market prepares for the potential start of a rate-cutting cycle by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Bitcoin volatility likely to ease as market anticipates Fed rate cuts, says QCP Capital

On-chain analytics platform Lookonchain examined five key indicators to assess Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) current market position, suggesting that despite recent price crashes, the cryptocurrency may not have reached its peak. What Happened: According to Lookonchain, the Bitcoin Rainbow Chart, a long-term valuation tool using logarithmic growth curves , indicates potential for further growth.

These 5 Bitcoin Indicators Are Telling Us The Top Is Yet To Come, On-Chain Analytics Firm Says

In a rare occurrence within the Bitcoin mining community, a solo miner successfully processed block number 858,978, earning a reward valued at nearly $200,000.

Solo Miner Hits Bitcoin Jackpot with Block Reward of $200K

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Aug. 30, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: BTC Little Changed, on Course to End August Down 8%

Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs experienced notable fund outflows on Aug. 29, signaling ongoing uncertainty in the cryptocurrency markets. What Happened: Bitcoin spot ETFs saw a total net outflow of $71.73 million, with the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (OTC:GBTC) leading the withdrawals at $22.68 million.

Bitcoin Dips Below $60,000 As Spot ETFs See $71.7M Outflow

Ethereum

A crypto analyst who nailed Bitcoin's 2018 bottom six months in advance is turning bullish on Ethereum (ETH). The analyst pseudonymously known as Bluntz tells his 273,300 followers on the social media platform X that the low for Ethereum is potentially in now that ETH tagged its lowest level in six months in August.

Top Crypto Analyst Who Accurately Predicted 2018 Bitcoin Bottom Says Ethereum Low Is In – Here's His Outlook

“Without a meaningful increase in revenues, funding rates are likely to remain low, leaving little incentive to buy Ether,” analysts said.

Bitcoin Slips Below $59,000 as Market Sentiment Wavers

BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF, the iShares Bitcoin Trust, saw an outflow of $13.5 million on Thursday, marking the first withdrawal since May 1st amid a third straight day of outflows from Bitcoin ETFs.

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Saw Outflow For the First Time Since May

U.S.-listed BTC ETFs recorded $71 million in net outflows on Thursday for the third consecutive day, SoSoValue data shows, in a sign of professional funds leaving the market.

Bitcoin Drops Under $59K as BTC Demand Wanes, BlackRock's IBIT Logs Outflows for the Second Time

The recent arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov and the enforcement of the EU's Digital Services Act show the growing global trend towards censorship and control.

Jack Dorsey Backs Bitcoin And Nostr To Cut Censorship With Free Speech

Jack Dorsey Backs Bitcoin And Nostr For Censorship Free Speech

A widely followed crypto analyst is updating his outlook on when Bitcoin (BTC) could pull off a reversal into bullish territory. In a new video update, crypto strategist Benjamin Cowen tells his 809,000 YouTube subscribers that Bitcoin could continue to print bearish price action until the end of 2024.

Here's How Long the Bitcoin Downtrend Could Last Before Bullish Reversal, According to Analyst Benjamin Cowen

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele, known for his fervent advocacy of Bitcoin, has acknowledged that his ambitious experiment with the cryptocurrency has not unfolded as he had hoped.

El Salvador's President Bukele: Bitcoin Adoption Slower Than Expected

U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs saw $71.73 million exit the funds, while spot ether ETFs recorded $1.77 million in net outflows.

BlackRock's IBIT logs first daily net outflows since May amid streak of spot bitcoin ETF outflows

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele, under whose administration Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) was adopted as the legal tender, said that the leading cryptocurrency hasn't witnessed widespread adoption as expected. What happened: In an interview with Time Magazine, Bukele admitted that he expected the results to be better but it was up to the public to embrace it.

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele Says Bitcoin Uptake Hasn't Been A 'Resounding Success' — 'We Have Never Forced Anyone To Adopt It'

There were just 73 Bitcoin ATMs in the country in September 2022. Now there are over 1,160, according to fresh data on Thursday.

Bitcoin ATM Growth Surges in Australia Following Years of False Starts

Dogecoin

Leading cryptocurrencies seesawed Thursday as former President Donald Trump teased a plan to make the U.S. the "crypto capital of the planet."

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