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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.

Ethereum

Crypto-linked stocks such as MicroStrategy, Coinbase, Robinhood and bitcoin miners MARA, RIOT also suffered sizable declines.

Ether Tumbles 5.8%, Leading Large Crypto Losses, With Bitcoin Sliding Below $71K

16 years ago, Satoshi released the Bitcoin white paper into the world, seeking to revolutionize finance by eliminating the custodians and middlemen associated with money. Today, his proposal is as valid as ever, even with bitcoin's rise in popularity.

Bitcoin White Paper Turns 16: Despite Mainstream Status, Satoshi's Proposal Is as Valid as Ever

Bitcoin surpassed $70,000 for the first time in over seven months and could approach an all-time high above $73,000.

Bitcoin edges close to all-time high as it marks its sweet 16th birthday

Stephen Mollah, a British-Asian macroeconomist, claimed that he is Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto at a London event Thursday. Here's what he had to say.

This Man Claims to Be Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto—Should We Believe Him?

BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (NASDAQ:IBIT) on Wednesday experienced record-breaking inflows, signaling steadily increasing institutional interest towards cryptocurrency investments. What Happened: According to data from SoSoValue, IBIT saw an unprecedented $872 million in net inflows on Wednesday, surpassing its previous high set in March.

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Crosses 1 Million BTC In Assets Under Management

The goal of allowing greater utility on the Bitcoin blockchain is one of almost existential importance, according to Citrea

Bitcoin Rollup Citrea Aims to Make BTC a Programmable Asset With ZK Proofs, Raises $14M Series A

On Halloween, Oct. 31, 2008, while many were preoccupied with costumes and candy, an anonymous figure, known only as Satoshi Nakamoto , released a document that would ultimately reshape global finance. What Happened: The white paper, titled “Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System,” introduced the concept of a decentralized digital currency, free from government or central bank control.

Bitcoin White Paper Turns 16 On Halloween—Don't Let Its Price Increase Since 2010 Spook You

The '21/21 Plan' outlines a systematic capital raise through 2027: $10B in 2025, $14B in 2026, and $18B in 2027

MicroStrategy Announces $42 Billion Bitcoin Investment Plan

Larry Fink, the chief executive of the world's largest asset manager BlackRock, has warned he doesn't think the Fed is going to cut rates at the pace expect by markets

BlackRock CEO Issues Stark Fed Warning Amid $3.3 Trillion Bitcoin Price Prediction

Trading volume on CME options on bitcoin futures has increased ahead of the U.S. election, with significant bets on prices exceeding $85,000.

CME bitcoin options volume surges amid bullish derivatives bets ahead of US election

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Oct. 31, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Returns to $72.5K in Muted Market Activity

With the U.S. election approaching, JPMorgan analysts predict that a Donald Trump victory could further strengthen momentum for bitcoin.

JPMorgan eyes ‘additional upside for bitcoin and gold prices in a Trump win scenario'

Yes, Bitcoin was first proposed via Satoshi's white paper on October 31, 2008, but that doesn't mean today is Bitcoin's birthday.

No, Today Is Not Bitcoin's Birthday

Strong net flows into bitcoin exchange-traded funds indicate robust institutional demand as BTC dominance rise further at the expense of ether, one trader noted.

Bitcoin Prices Take Breather as BTC ETFs Record Another Day of Monster Inflows

In a bold but unsurprising move, MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) CEO Michael Saylor said the company would advocate for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as a treasury reserve asset across global finance. What Happened: During the company's third-quarter earnings call Tuesday, Saylor voiced his conviction in Bitcoin's potential to rectify the unhealthy balance sheets of both public and private enterprises.

Michael Saylor Says Bitcoin Remedy To Fix Unhealthy Balance Sheets As MicroStrategy Unveils Massive $42B BTC Purchase Plan

MicroStrategy has announced a record three-year plan to raise as much as $42 billion to purchase more Bitcoin—among the most ambitious institutional cryptocurrency investment plans to date.

MicroStrategy Unveils Aggressive $42 Billion Plan To Acquire More Bitcoin

BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, set a record on Oct. 30, with the largest single-day inflow of $875 million since its inception in January.

Bitcoin ETF Sets Records as BlackRock Amasses Record $875M Single-Day Inflow

Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ:COIN) said it wants to expand its cryptocurrency investment portfolio and emphasized that assets held on its books, including Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), are intended to be retained for the long term What Happened: During the company's third-quarter 2024 earnings call, the management was asked whether they would pursue a reserve strategy akin to MicroStrategy, a Bitcoin investment company, with over $18 billion worth of the asset on its balance sheet.

Coinbase On Following MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Playbook: Looking For 'Opportunities,' Says CFO, But Highlights Key Difference Between The Two Companies

A top crypto analyst known for predicting the May 2021 Bitcoin collapse believes BTC could hit six-figures this market cycle. The pseudonymous trader known as Dave the Wave tells his 146,800 followers on the social media platform X that the Elliott Wave theory indicates Bitcoin may soar by 160%.

Trader That Called May 2021 Crypto Collapse Says 160% Bitcoin Rally ‘Perfectly Feasible' – Here's Why

Coinshares' Q3 mining report, led by researcher James Butterfill, highlights mounting costs and challenges impacting the bitcoin mining industry in 2024.

Coinshares Report: Inside Bitcoin's Cost Crunch—Why Mining Expenses Are Hitting Record Highs

BlackRock's IBIT reported $872 million in net inflows on Wednesday, its largest since launch and surpassing its previous peak in March.

BlackRock's spot bitcoin ETF sees record-breaking $872 million net inflows, surpassing March peak

At least one individual has lost 10 BTC after unknowingly signing a phishing transaction linked to the breach.

Animation Tool Lottie Player Hit by Supply Chain Attack, Causes $723K Bitcoin Theft

Anthony Scaramucci, CEO of SkyBridge Capital, suggested that it's not too late for investors to get on board the Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) boat, as the leading cryptocurrency approaches its all-time high. What Happened: On Tuesday, Scaramucci, a passionate Bitcoin advocate, encouraged those who feel they've missed out on the cryptocurrency's recent surge to reconsider.

Missed Jumping On The Bitcoin Bandwagon? Anthony Scaramucci Says It's Not Too Late To Climb Aboard

Bitwise's chief investment officer predicts bitcoin could reach $200,000 without a U.S. dollar collapse, outlining a path for the cryptocurrency to surge toward unprecedented highs.

Does US Dollar Need to Collapse for Bitcoin to Hit $200K? Bitwise Says No

Bitmex founder Arthur Hayes predicts China's aggressive monetary easing could spark a historic bitcoin rally, as yuan expansion indirectly fuels crypto demand.

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