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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

The British multinational banking and financial services firm Standard Chartered is initiating a spot cryptocurrency trading platform for bitcoin and ethereum, Bloomberg sources reveal.

Standard Chartered Set to Launch Spot Crypto Trading for Bitcoin, Ethereum

A look at the nature of different second layer systems, and how their different needs for blockspace will interact with each other and Bitcoin.

Bitcoin Blockspace: Dynamics of System Resource Use

Michael Saylor and Dell engaged in a brief back-and-forth on X on Friday morning.

Billionaire Tech CEO Michael Dell Signals Bitcoin Interest Via Michael Saylor Retweet

A widely followed crypto analyst believes that a key metric indicates Bitcoin (BTC) is consolidating ahead of a blow-off top. In a new strategy session, trader Jason Pizzino tells his 329,000 YouTube subscribers that Bitcoin appears to be following a 2020 cycle pattern of consolidation before a sudden massive rise in price and volume.

Bitcoin in Consolidation Phase Before the Blow-Off Top, Says Crypto Analyst Jason Pizzino – Here's the Timeline

U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced their fifth consecutive day of outflows on Thursday, losing $139.88 million. Grayscale's Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) led the decline with a $53 million reduction, followed closely by Fidelity's (FBTC) $51 million loss. U.S. Bitcoin ETFs Experience Sustained Outflows The 11 spot bitcoin ETFs reported $1.

Fifth Day of Outflows Hits US Bitcoin ETFs With $139 Million in Losses

On-chain data flagged a Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) whale trader pulling off two successful multi-million dollar trades with patient trading. What Happened: Lookonchain data shows the trader first bought 718 Bitcoin at an average price of $29,385 from Aug. 9 to Nov. 2, 2023, selling them at $41,953 from Dec. 15 to Dec. 18, 2023 for a profit of $9 million, a 43% increase.

This Bitcoin Whale Pocketed $30M With Just 2 Trades

Bitcoin long liquidations have spiked to more than $27 million in the past 24 hours after a price correction saw BTC hover around $63,600.

Bitcoin liquidations spike as price drops below the $64,000

Dismal bitcoin price action has apparently caused crowd sentiment for four straight weeks, a sign that may spell relief for bulls in the near term.

Bitcoin Slumps Under $64K Amid Historic ‘Negative' Sentiment

As Bitcoin enters a new cycle following the halving event in April 2024, the landscape of Bitcoin mining continues to evolve. Mining plays a crucial role in maintaining the sustainability of the Bitcoin ecosystem, yet the industry has transformed significantly over the years.

Bitcoin Mining Made Easy: How GoMining Leads the BTC Adoption Through Redefining the Industry's Accessibility

Cosmos

If approved, the upgrade would mean bitcoin can move more freely into the Cosmos ecosystem, potentially bringing in new liquidity.

Cosmos DEX Osmosis' DAO voting to adopt ‘fee-free' bitcoin bridge via Nomic

Osmosis is achieving this through a revenue-share proposal with Bitcoin bridge Nomic.

Cosmos DAO Osmosis to Adopt Fee-Free Bitcoin Bridge

President Javier Milei took to social media to re-explain the currency plans for Argentina. Answering a post mentioning bitcoin, Milei stated that anyone wishing to use bitcoin will be able to do so, given that there will be currency competition in the country.

Javier Milei Reiterates Several Currencies, Including Bitcoin, Will Compete in Argentina

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 21, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Falls Below $64K Following $900M in ETF Outflows

Bitcoin's price continues its downward trajectory, coasting along at $63,950 per unit on June 21, 2024. Despite showing potential entry points, the market is experiencing significant selling pressure across all time frames. Technical indicators suggest a cautious approach for traders as bearish trends dominate the charts.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: BTC Faces Continued Downtrend Amidst High Selling Pressure

Standard Chartered Plc is reportedly establishing a trading desk for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), according to sources familiar with the matter. What Happened: This move positions Standard Chartered as one of the first global banks to enter the spot cryptocurrency trading arena.

Standard Chartered To Launch Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading Desk As ETF Outflows Continue

Bitcoin plunged 3.5% on Friday morning, likely still experiencing volatility from the German government selling $195 million the day before.

Bitcoin Dips 3.5% as German Government Sells $325 Million BTC Over Two Days

Former U.S. president and 2024 White House hopeful Donald Trump has warned the U.S. dollar could lose its position as the world's reserve currency.

Like ‘Losing A War'—Donald Trump Issues Dollar Collapse Warning After Huge Bitcoin Donation

British bank Standard Chartered is opening a spot Bitcoin and Ethereum trading desk, becoming one of the first in the world.

Standard Chartered Is Creating a Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading Desk in London

Standard Chartered is launching a spot Bitcoin trading desk in London, becoming one of the first major banks to offer direct Bitcoin trading amid growing institutional demand.

Standard Chartered is Building a Bitcoin Trading Desk

Standard Chartered is close to starting its own spot crypto trading desk for bitcoin and ether, according to a report.

Standard Chartered to launch spot trading desk for bitcoin and ether: Bloomberg

Standard Chartered would become one of the first global banks to enter spot cryptocurrency trading.

Standard Chartered Is Building a Spot BTC, ETH Trading Desk: Bloomberg

U.S.-based Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) spot exchange-traded funds experienced net outflows for the fifth consecutive day, signaling weak investor sentiment in the world's largest digital currency. What Happened: The 11 investment vehicles tracking Bitcoin's spot price saw a net exit of nearly $140 million Thursday, according to Spot On Chain.

Bitcoin Spot ETFs Bleed For the Fifth Straight Day, Record $140M In Outflows On Thursday

Thursday marked the fifth straight day of net outflows for the U.S.-listed ETFs in their worst performance since mid April.

Bitcoin ETFs Post $900M in Net Outflows This Week

Naval Ravikant, a renowned investor and venture capitalist, expressed his views on Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) role as a primary store of value. What Happened: On Friday past midnight, Ravikant took to X, formerly Twitter, to write, “Perhaps Bitcoin is the true L1 (the store of value) and every other chain is competing for L2 (the medium of exchange).

Early Twitter, Uber Investor Naval Ravikant Calls Bitcoin The Ultimate Store Of Value Among Cryptos

Peter Schiff remains one of Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) fiercest critics, routinely receiving many brickbats from passionate supporters of the asset. Interestingly, the King Crypto has grown by leaps and bounds since Schiff's first public rebuke of the currency 13 years ago.

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