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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.

Here is a 2-minute breakdown of everything important that happened in crypto today.

What Happened in Crypto Today: Guess Who Wants Bitcoin Now

Ethereum

The record trading activity on HyperLiquid's perpetuals market is characrterized by users recently leaning more toward ether than bitcoin.

Ether Volume Overshadows Bitcoin on HyperLiquid as Platform Activity Hits $500B

Bitcoin is projected to experience significant price growth in 2025, primarily driven by increased institutional investment.

Sygnum Predicts Bitcoin Price Surge in 2025 as Institutional Investment and Regulatory Progress Grow

Bitcoin is forecast to soar to $150,000 by mid-2025, as surging FOMO and institutional investment drive ultra-bullish momentum in the cryptocurrency market.

FOMO Could Catapult Bitcoin to $150K by Mid-2025 — BTC to Become a ‘Must-Have' Asset

Michael Saylor has addressed concerns about $100,000 bitcoin being “too expensive,” revealing a confident strategy rooted in its unmatched value and future potential.

Is $100K Bitcoin Too Expensive? Michael Saylor Breaks Down His Strategy

Peterffy wants to see more investors add bitcoin to their assets but keep their holdings to a minimum. Investors Should Add Bitcoin to Assets Billionaire founder of Interactive Brokers Group, Thomas Peterffy has advised clients to acquire some bitcoin but to keep their holdings small due to the volatility of the asset.

Keep 2-3% of Your Net Worth in Bitcoin: Thomas Peterffy Advises

Altcoins as a group outperformed bitcoin, with AVAX and LINK leading sector gains.

Bitcoin Grapples with $100K as Rally on Trump's Crypto-Positive Comment Fizzles

A policy that could allow the use of bitcoin in city financing has been enacted by the Vancouver City Council. Vancouver Votes to Get Ahead on Bitcoin Vancouver, the third-largest metropolitan area in Canada, has passed a policy that could result in the use of bitcoin in city finances.

Vancouver City Council Passes Motion to Become ‘Bitcoin-Friendly City'

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) pioneer and early crypto adopter Roger Ver claims the US government was attempting to subvert Bitcoin (BTC) as far back as 2011. Ver says in a new interview with Tucker Carlson that Bitcointalk.

Embattled Roger Ver Says US Government Tried To Subvert Bitcoin As Early as 2011 With Mass Censorship Campaign

Solana

The two founders behind a leading blockchain data firm are diving into what has fueled Bitcoin's (BTC) most recent venture past $100,000. According to Glassnode co-founders Jan Happel and Yann Allemann, inflation data sparked this week's BTC rally to over $100,000.

Glassnode Co-Founders Break Down Bitcoin's Latest Breakthrough, Say Solana (SOL) Is Next

Dogecoin

Cryptocurrency markets are trading lower on Thursday as President-elect Donald Trump rang the bell at the New York Stock Exchange. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $99,666.97 -1.7% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,882.77 +1.8% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $228.16 -0.9% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.36 -3.2% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.404 -3.2% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00002804 -4% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 5.3% and daily active addresses falling by 11.9%.

Bitcoin, XRP, Dogecoin Move Down, Ethereum The Best Of The Bunch: 'Expecting True Breakout Before Christmas,' Announces Trader

Asset management giant BlackRock is reportedly promoting Bitcoin (BTC) as a part of a balanced portfolio.

Financial Giant BlackRock Endorses Up to 2% Bitcoin (BTC) Allocation in Multi-Asset Portfolios: Report

In an interview this past fall, Riot Platforms CEO Jason Les said the company would be open to AI opportunities if the right deal came along.

Riot's stock jumps after activist investor pushes the bitcoin miner to pursue hyperscalers: WSJ

A closely followed crypto analyst believes the altcoin bull market is only just getting started as Bitcoin (BTC) may soon print new all-time highs.

As Bitcoin (BTC) Reaches for New Heights, the Altcoin Bull Market Is Just Getting Started, Says Crypto Analyst

Fourteen years ago, Satoshi Nakamoto, the enigmatic mind behind Bitcoin, signed off with a final post on the Bitcointalk forum. In this farewell, Nakamoto emphasized the need for continued work on the network's defenses against denial-of-service (DoS) attacks.

Vanished but Not Forgotten: Revisiting Satoshi's Final Forum Post

BlackRock operates a massively successful Bitcoin ETF, but the asset manager still recommends being conservative with the cryptocurrency.

Here's How Much Bitcoin You Should Have in Your Portfolio, According to BlackRock

Blackrock recommends that interested investors consider allocating as much as 2% of their portfolio to bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, the giant asset manager said in a report on Thursday.

Blackrock recommends bitcoin portfolio weighting of up to 2% for interested investors

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Texas State Rep Files For Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

On Thursday, Dec. 12, Texas Representative Giovanni Capriglione introduced a bill to establish a bitcoin reserve as a financial asset within the state treasury, marking a significant step toward incorporating cryptocurrency into public financial management.

Texas Representative Proposes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act

A bill was introduced on Thursday to create a strategic bitcoin reserve following Trump's support for investing in bitcoin.

Texas lawmaker introduces bill for strategic bitcoin reserve, aligning with Trump's crypto agenda

The bill aims to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve in the state of Texas, mirroring efforts on the national level in the United States.

Texas Legislator Introduces Bill to Establish Bitcoin Strategic Reserve

Texas House introduces bill to establish a strategic bitcoin reserve

Starboard is reportedly pushing the miner to convert some of its mining sites into data centers.

Activist Investor Starboard Has Built Stake in Bitcoin Miner Riot: WSJ

The Kenya National Fire Brigades Association (KENFIBA) has become the first labor union in Kenya to adopt bitcoin. This move, facilitated by Proof of Workforce, aims to support the union's efforts to improve working conditions and emergency response capabilities for firefighters in Kenya.

Kenya National Fire Brigades Association Adopts Bitcoin

The idea of public companies holding bitcoin on their balance sheets is gaining renewed traction.

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