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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.

Jack Dorsey has big dreams for Block. He's not just thinking about payments anymore – he's thinking about Bitcoin and maybe even building the bank of the future.

Jack Dorsey's Bitcoin Vision: Can Block Become The Bank Of The Future?

Medical device maker Semler Scientific purchased an additional 83 Bitcoin for $5 Million, boosting its total Bitcoin treasury to 1,012 BTC acquired for $68M. Semler is pursuing a strategy of buying Bitcoin with cash reserves.

Semler Scientific Buys Additional $5 Million Worth of Bitcoin

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Aug. 26, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Consolidates at $64K Before Next Push Higher

But they'll still get the benefits of Bitcoin gains, writes Bernstein, which reiterated its forecast that BTC will go to $200,000.

Institutional Bitcoin Miner Investors Mostly Care About AI Data Center Potential—Not BTC, Says Bernstein

On Aug. 26, 2024, bitcoin is navigating a crucial juncture, with prices hovering around $63,908. Despite a recent recovery attempt, the cryptocurrency faces significant resistance between $64,000 and $65,000. Bitcoin Bitcoin's 1-hour chart reveals a recent peak at $65,103, followed by a sharp drop to $63,128 before stabilizing just above $63,500.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Key Resistance Levels Test Bullish Momentum

In a week that saw renewed investor enthusiasm for digital assets, cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced substantial inflows, with Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC)-focused products leading the charge. What Happened: This surge in investment activity comes in the wake of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's remarks at the Jackson Hole Symposium, which hinted at a potential interest rate cut in September.

BTC Closing In On $64,000 After Bitcoin ETFs Gobbled Up Over $500M In Net Inflows Last Week

The 3 Hong Kong spot Bitcoin ETFs surpassed HK$2 billion ($272M) in assets under management since launching this year. The growth shows increasing institutional appetite for regulated Bitcoin products in Asia.

Hong Kong Bitcoin ETFs Hits HK $2 Billion in AUM

Thailand authorities have uncovered an illicit Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) mining operation, believed to be the cause behind a series of power outages. What Happened: A combined force of local police and officials from the Provincial Electricity Authorities (PEA) carried out a raid on a house in Ratchaburi town, located west of the capital Bangkok, reported the South China Morning Post on Sunday.

Bitcoin Mining Operation Linked To Month-Long Blackouts Uncovered In Thailand

Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell confirmed signs that the public agency is set to loosen monetary policy at the Jackson Hole symposium on Friday.

Bitcoin ETFs Log $250M Net Inflows, Highest Since July, After Rate Cut Signal at Jackson Hole

Analysts polled by FactSet are expecting Nvidia to hit earnings of 65 cents per share, up 141% year-over-year.

AI Tokens Lead Crypto Market Ahead of Nvidia Earnings, Bitcoin Under $64K

Favorable tailwinds for Bitcoin include the outcome of the U.S. presidential election in November and interest rate cuts next month.

Bitcoin Above $64,000 Could 'Buck its Historical September Weakness' and Soar to New Heights, Analysts Say

A closely followed crypto strategist believes that overleveraged Bitcoin (BTC) bears are about to get wiped out. The anonymous host of the YouTube channel InvestAnswers says he sees a short squeeze coming for BTC.

Bitcoin Ripe for a Short Squeeze As BTC Bears Aggressively Position for Another Correction, Says InvestAnswers

Thai authorities have raided a bitcoin mine that did not fully pay its electricity bills amid a broader clampdown on power theft.

Thailand busts bitcoin mine after repeated power outages: report

Popular cryptocurrency trader and analyst Michael van de Poppe suggested that Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) compression could be a sign of an impending major breakout. What Happened: Known for discussing strategies around cryptocurrency portfolios and picking the assets to invest in, Van de Poppe drew attention to Bitcoin's sideways movement in a video shared via his official YouTube channel Sunday.

Bitcoin's Consolidation A Prelude To A Big Breakout, Predicts Popular Crypto Trader: Here's What Next For King Crypto

Hong Kong's spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have achieved a significant milestone, surpassing 2 billion Hong Kong dollars.

Hong Kong's Bitcoin Spot ETFs Surpass HKD$2B in Assets

Thai authorities successfully raided an illegal bitcoin mining operation in Ratchaburi on August 23. The raid came after residents reported frequent power outages. The bitcoin mining operation was found to be consuming electricity that the occupants of the house were not fully paying for.

Thai Authorities Raid Illegal Bitcoin Mine After Power Outages Spark Resident Complaints

Bitcoin (BTC) is currently hovering around $63,840 as of August 26, after a surge to $64,800 in the early morning of the Asian trading session.

Bitcoin Faces Potential ‘Bart Simpson' Move Amid Market Caution

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Leading cryptocurrencies consolidated over the weekend after the Federal Reserve's dovish signal spurred a rally.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Hold On To Gains Made After Fed's Rate Cut Signal: Analyst Sees No 'Significant' Resistance For King Crypto Until $85K

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of Latin America's most relevant crypto and economic news from the past week. In this issue: El Salvador will offer bitcoin certification for public servants, Mercado Libre launches an in-house developed dollar-pegged stablecoin, and Paraguay keeps seizing illegal bitcoin mining operations.

Latam Insights: El Salvador Offers Bitcoin Instruction to 80,000 Public Servants; Mercado Libre Launches Stablecoin

The founder of investment firm SkyBridge Capital says that Bitcoin (BTC) is not yet a store of value today but envisions Wall Street's “selling machine” eventually promoting the crypto king.

Anthony Scaramucci Says Bitcoin Not a Store of Value Today, Sees Wall Street ‘Selling Machine' Amping Up for BTC

Bitcoin's hashrate is on the rise once again, edging closer to the peak levels seen at the end of July. Despite a recent 4.19% dip in difficulty during the last retarget, current projections suggest that this drop might soon be history. On Aug.

Bitcoin's Last Difficulty Drop Likely to Be Erased in 3 Days

Renowned investor Bill Miller III continues to show his unwavering support for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) despite the cryptocurrency's market volatility. What Happened: In a recent interview with Forbes, Miller shared his investment strategies and his views on the current market.

Despite Market Jitters, Investor Bill Miller Stands Firm On Bitcoin: 'An Insurance Policy Against Financial Catastrophe'

Over the past day, bitcoin has been hovering just under the $64,000 mark, while two wallets, which had been inactive for more than 13 years, suddenly moved 75 bitcoin worth $4.7 million.

2 Vintage Bitcoin Wallets From 2011 Spring to Life, Moving $4.7 Million in BTC

In just seven months—roughly 236 days—since the year began, the crypto economy has ballooned by a staggering $623 billion. The top crypto asset, bitcoin, has seen its market value soar by more than $20,000, while ethereum, the second-largest by market cap, has climbed over $470 during this period. Top 10 Crypto Market Climbs From $1.

Crypto Market Surges by $623B in 2024 as Bitcoin Climbs $20K Higher

A veteran crypto trader says that Bitcoin (BTC) is one critical level away from hitting new all-time highs. Pseudonymous trader DonAlt shares a chart with his 578,000 followers on the social media platform X suggesting that BTC is attempting to clear a heavy supply zone between $63,000 and $64,000, with one final resistance at $69,000.

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