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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.

Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America's most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from the past week. In this edition, we discuss the recent investments made by the Salvadoran government in Bitcoin education and certification, and how these initiatives might increase trust in cryptocurrency and boost adoption in the country.

Latam Insights Encore: El Salvador's Bitcoin Education Investments Set to Pay Off in Adoption

Meanwhile, spot ether ETFs remained in the opposite lane on Monday, reporting their eighth day of negative flows, totaling $13.23 million.

Spot bitcoin ETFs see eighth day of inflows, led by BlackRock's $224 million

Pro-cryptocurrency attorney John Deaton, who is aiming to unseat Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) later this year, has publicly challenged the senator on her stance towards price gouging by big corporations.

Pro-Bitcoin Elizabeth Warren Challenger John Deaton Questions Senator's Track Record On Fighting Corporate Greed

The population of crypto millionaires in the world soared 95% over the past year, as bitcoin ETFs and other crypto assets climbed, according to a new report.

Bitcoin rally helps create more than 84,000 new crypto billionaires in a year

Semler Scientific has purchased 83 more bitcoins for $5 million, bringing its total holdings to 1,012 BTC. The company expressed optimism about the increasing institutional adoption of bitcoin, emphasizing: “We believe this increasing institutionalization will drive value for both bitcoin prices and for our stockholders.

Semler Scientific Acquires More Bitcoin, Citing Institutional Adoption Growth

An increase in buying of call spreads amid selling of Bitcoin call options with a strike of $100,000 points to cautious optimism, QCP noted.

Bitcoin Traders Divided on Near-Term Price Rise After Jackson Hole

Former President Donald Trump's embrace of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) this election cycle was reportedly the result of a coordinated plan by three Puerto Ricans to get the Republican challenger on the side of the apex cryptocurrency. What Happened: The influential trio of Amanda Fabiano, a Bitcoin mining expert and founder of Fabiono Consulting, Tracy Hoyos-López, a former California prosecutor, and David Bailey, the CEO of BTC Inc., successfully persuaded Trump about Bitcoin's potential, reported CNBC Monday.

Trump's Bitcoin Turnaround Caused By $100M Influence From A Trio Of Puerto Rican Advocates: Report

Nine Bitcoin mining companies have suspended their operations after the power fee hikes affecting high-consumption customers in Paraguay. According to data provided by the National Power Administration of Paraguay (ANDE), these companies had their service terminated due to the interruption of their payments, or just because they did not want to continue operating.

9 Bitcoin Mining Companies Suspend Activities After Power Fee Hikes in Paraguay

Networks like Bitcoin and Nostr are more needed than ever. They give people geographic arbitrage and a hedge against state repression.

Telegram And Youtube Censorship Show Bitcoin And Nostr Are Critical

Bitcoin Magazine Pro's Bitcoin Cycle Master tool rates Bitcoin's current price of $63,500 as fair market value, signaling potential growth based on historical trends and on-chain metrics.

BTC Currently Valued at Fair Market Price, Bitcoin Magazine Pro Data Shows

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Cryptocurrency markets are trading lower as crypto liquidations dropped to their lowest since June 29. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $63,454.33 -1.2% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,688.82 -2.8% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $158.25 -0.5% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1054 -4.01% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001448 -4.05% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows an 11.5% decrease in large transaction volume, while daily active addresses dropped by 12%.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Have A Slow Start To The Week: 'Would Be Good To See Minor Red,' Trader Posits

The leading crypto exchange has struggled to stay online when Bitcoin prices surge or crash. It says AI has helped it scale up earlier.

AI Might Help You Avoid Getting Rekt on Coinbase the Next Time Bitcoin Crashes

A widely followed crypto trader thinks that improving macroeconomic conditions and easing sell-pressure bode well for Bitcoin (BTC). Pseudonymous analyst Altcoin Sherpa tells his 220,300 followers on the social media platform X that he's flipping bullish on Bitcoin even though BTC's market structure on the daily chart remains bearish. “I am not personally too scared.

Macro Conditions Look Bullish for Bitcoin As Massive Supply Overhang Now Mostly Settled, Says Analyst

Bitcoin (BTC) is in an upward correction within a horizontal trend. Bitcoin price analysis by Coinidol.com.

Bitcoin Price Reaches Its High Of $65,000 And Backs Down

‘Exciting Updates'—New Details Of Donald Trump's Mystery Crypto Project Spark Wild Bitcoin Rival Speculation

In a recent interview, crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen drew parallels between Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) current market cycle and previous ones, forecasting a cautiously optimistic outlook for 2025. What Happened: On the “Altcoin Daily” Youtube channel, Cowen emphasized the similarities between Bitcoin's current trajectory and its behavior in 2019, noting a comparable 350% rally followed by a period of consolidation.

Veteran Analyst Benjamin Cowen Predicts Bitcoin To Rise But Altcoins To Outperform Bitcoin In 2025

Quant analyst PlanB says that Bitcoin (BTC) remains on track to hit $500,000 based on one benchmark indicator. PlanB tells his nearly 1.9 million followers on the social media platform X that he is doubling down on his massive six-figure price prediction for Bitcoin despite months-long sideways movement.

PlanB Says Bitcoin Explosion to $500,000 Still on Track As Indicator Suggests 7–10x Rallies From Here

Crypto analysts DonAlt and CryptoCred offered mixed signals on Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) outlook in their latest market discussion, highlighting the importance of multiple timeframe analysis. What Happened: In the latest “Technical Roundup” stream, DonAlt noted that Bitcoin's recent washout has created a more positive chart structure.

Bitcoin's Recent Washout Led To 'Positive Chart Structure,' Technical Analysts Say

Although bitcoin optimism has increased since the Fed's dovish tones at Jackson Hole, derivatives data indicates lingering market hesitation.

Bitcoin likely to stay in tight trading range amid market uncertainty: QCP Capital

Crypto funds—primarily Bitcoin ETFs—pulled in the most cash in more than a month last week, according to data from CoinShares.

Bitcoin ETF Gains Spike, Setting Five-Week High as Fed Signals Rate Cuts Near

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) experienced a downturn on Monday, slipping below the $64,000 mark during European trading hours. What Happened: The 1.2% decline to $63,400 follows a brief 5% rally on Friday, which had been driven by optimistic comments from U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

Bitcoin Slips Below $64K As AI Tokens Surge; Anthony Scaramucci Says It's Still 'An Early-Adopting Technology'

Fed Chair Jerome Powell's comments last week buoyed inflows across digital assets and crypto investment products, according to CoinShares.

Bitcoin inflows hit $543 million last week amid hint of interest rate cut: CoinShares

In 2024, the Bitcoin network has hit some significant milestones, including reaching an all-time high price, achieving peak hashrate and difficulty, and recording the highest onchain fees ever. On top of these metrics, the blockchain also saw its busiest transfer day in history on April 23, with 927,010 transactions confirmed in one day.

Bitcoin Sets New Transaction Milestones as Top Ten Busiest Days Occurred in 2024

Coinshares, led by researcher James Butterfill, reports a significant uptick in bitcoin inflows following recent comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The investment surge reflects the market's response to potential interest rate cuts hinted at during the Jackson Hole Symposium.

Bitcoin Inflows Reach $543 Million as Powell Suggests Rate Cuts, Coinshares Reports

Marathon Digital Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:MARA), a key player in the digital asset and cryptocurrency mining space, has been on a roller-coaster ride. While the stock is down 18.49% year-to-date, it has surged 75.99% over the past year, making it a favorite among investors looking for exposure to the blockchain ecosystem.

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