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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.

He warned that not pursuing such a policy be risky, claiming that “there's only room for one nation-state to buy up 20% of the network.”

Strategy Founder Michael Saylor Wants US to Buy 20% of the Bitcoin Supply

A Fidelity Digital Assets report indicates that Bitcoin's primary scaling solution is growing at roughly twice the rate shown by public data because much of its network activity remains private.

Bitcoin's Lightning Network Capacity Jumps 384%

Conference Bitcoin Afrique aims to empower the French-speaking Bitcoin community across Africa.

Conference Bitcoin Afrique: A Bitcoin-Only Revolution in French-Speaking Africa

It will mark the first time that Costa Ricans will have access to any type of crypto investment product through the country's banking system.

Costa Rica Makes First Foray Into Crypto with New Bitcoin ETF

Ethereum

The move happened as crypto exchange Bybit saw a sudden $1.4 billion worth of ETH outflow.

Bitcoin, Ether Slump as Crypto Prices Dip on Report of Massive $1.4B Bybit Hack

FPPS is not a sustainable model for pooling mining operations in the long term.

FPPS Is Not A Free Lunch For Bitcoin Miners

BTC traded as high as $99,497.97 before retreating, but the dominant digital asset has been gradually edging towards the $100,000 barrier, with bears getting squeezed on shorts to the tune of $128.35 million. Bitcoin Nears $100K But Meets Resistance Bitcoin (BTC) is edging closer to the highly anticipated $100,000 milestone, trading at $99,207.

Bitcoin Nears $100K as Trading Volume and Futures Interest Surge

Bitcoin jumped to its highest price in more than a week Friday after Coinbase said the SEC will drop its charges, pending approval.

Bitcoin Makes a Move Towards $100K After Coinbase Reveals SEC Dismissal Agreement

The financial services giant Franklin Templeton has launched a mixed Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). Coinbase will provide custody services for the new Franklin Crypto Index ETF (EZPZ), the firm's third crypto exchange-traded fund. Franklin Templeton also launched single-asset Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs last year.

Investment Giant Franklin Templeton Launches Mixed Bitcoin and Ethereum Exchange-Traded Fund

The agency's withdrawal of the lawsuit could boost crypto prices, marking a milestone in U.S. regulatory oversight for the digital asset industry.

COIN Jumps 5%, HOOD Gains 4%, BTC Challenges $100K as SEC Set to Drop Case Against Coinbase

A Copper analyst suggests that plans to audit Fort Knox's gold reserves could potentially drive investors toward bitcoin.

Copper says potential Trump scrutiny of US gold reserves could drive bitcoin inflows

If Bitcoin is indeed an entirely new asset class, then we must compare its returns against other asset classes.

Bitcoin's 2024 Performance As An Asset Class

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) supporter and advocate Michael Saylor called on the U.S. government to accumulate BTC to eliminate the national debt and benefit its citizens and taxpayers. What Happened: At the CPAC Conference, Saylor on Thursday championed Bitcoin as the ultimate form of economic sovereignty and sound money.

Michael Saylor: 'Bitcoin Is Economic Armor', Calls On US To Accumulate BTC

Bitcoin ETFs experienced a substantial net outflow of $365 million, while ether ETFs saw a $13 million withdrawal, ending a four-day streak of inflows. Crypto ETFs Face Setbacks With $365 Million and $13 Million Outflows The notable capital movements on Thursday, Feb. 20 saw bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) face a significant net outflow of $364.

Major Outflows Hit Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds With $365 Million Exit; Ether ETFs End Four-Day Inflow Streak

Dogecoin

The potential savings of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), helmed by Elon Musk, could be used to purchase bitcoin, setting the basis for establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve in the U.S.

DOGE to BTC? Proposal to Invest US Savings in Bitcoin Floated

The Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:QQQ) is one of the most popular exchange-traded funds in the world, giving customers exposure to the tech-heavy Nasdaq-100 index. It has over $341 billion in assets under management as of this writing What happened: Launched in 1999, the ETF holdings are dominated by the "Magnificent 7" tech titans like Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA), Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT), and so on, making it an enticing bet for long-term return.

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Or Invesco QQQ, Which $1,000 Investment Made A Year Ago Would Have Netted You More Profit?

The launch follows Hashdex's combo ETF going live last week after both funds were approved by the SEC in December.

Franklin Templeton follows Hashdex in launching spot Bitcoin and Ethereum combo ETF

The bitcoin mining ban imposed by Russian authorities has helped reduce the load on the Siberian power grid, thereby avoiding potential power rationing and restrictions necessary to preserve the region's outdated energy infrastructure.

Russian Bitcoin Mining Ban Yielding Results in Siberia

Analyst and trader Michaël van de Poppe is highlighting one crypto asset that could go up by triple-digit percentage points while updating his outlook on Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).

Crypto Trader Michaël van de Poppe Says One AI Altcoin To Explode 100%+, Updates Outlook on Bitcoin and Ethereum

The South African alternative investment firm has bought one bitcoin.

Bitcoin Treasury Bandwagon Reaches Africa as Altvest Jumps on Board

BlackRock's IBIT dominates spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds by trading volume with a current 75% market share.

US spot Bitcoin ETFs surpass $750 billion in cumulative trading volume, led by BlackRock's IBIT

Adam Back, a prominent cypherpunk mentioned in the Bitcoin whitepaper, remarked that while there has been some market consolidation due to profit-taking by certain investors, demand is clearly outpacing production, with ETFs and institutions like Strategy leading the way.

Legendary Cypherpunk Claims Bitcoin Is in the ‘Early Stages' of a Bull Market

Blockstream CEO Adam Back says that Bitcoin (BTC) is still in the early stages of the current bull market as the adoption of the flagship crypto asset mounts.

Bitcoin Still in the Early Stages of a Bull Market, Says BTC Veteran Adam Back – Here's His Outlook

Franklin Templeton has introduced the Franklin Crypto Index ETF (EZPZ), which offers exposure to Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Franklin Templeton Unveils Crypto Index ETF Tracking Bitcoin and Ethereum

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Set for Big Move as Volatility Drops Bitcoin's low volatility signals an imminent big move, data shows. Tight Bollinger Bands and past trends suggest a 20-30%+ shift soon, with clues pointing to a potential bull run. This post Bitcoin Price Set for Big Move as Volatility Drops first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Matt Crosby.

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