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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.

Hunter Horsley, co-founder and CEO of Bitwise, a San Francisco-based cryptocurrency asset management firm, declared that the “digital gold” narrative limits bitcoin's reach as an investment asset.

Bitwise CEO: Bitcoin Should Move on From ‘Digital Gold' Narrative as It Reaches Mainstream Adoption

Bitcoin prices retreated today, falling to their lowest in nearly a month as various factors combined to fuel their latest declines.

Bitcoin Prices Approach $65,000 To Reach Lowest Since Mid-May

Felix Ulloa, Vice-President of El Salvador, stated that the government has considered de-dollarizing the country and returning to its national currency, the colon. However, he said that it would be too costly. For Ulloa, bitcoin presents an opportunity to liberate the country from central banks and fiat currency.

El Salvador Views Bitcoin as a Tool to Liberate the Nation From Fiat Currencies

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Cryptocurrency markets are trading in the red, with Bitcoin touching the sensitive $65,000 level and mixed opinions about future price trajectory. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $65,615.96 -1.7% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,411.62 -2.4% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $142.05 -4% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1339 -5.7% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00002002 -6.4% Notable Statistics: Coinglass liquidations data shows Bitcoin's short liquidations at the lowest since June 9.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Drop Further: 'Chop For Rest Of The Summer

The global investment firm Bernstein estimated Bitcoin will hit $200,000 by 2025, revising its price target from $150,000 in March.

Bitcoin Price Will Hit $200,000 in 2025, MicroStrategy Will Outperform: Bernstein

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) price volatility has attracted contrary trader opinions for its upcoming price trajectory. What Happened: Crypto trader Titan Of Crypto forecasted a potential bounce in Bitcoin's price as it is trading in the support zone.

What's Next For Bitcoin? 'Bounce Incoming,' Says One Trader But Not Everyone Agrees

Stacks stopped producing blocks for about nine hours early Friday, causing a price plunge in the Bitcoin layer-2's token as well. Here's why.

Bitcoin Layer-2 Network Stacks Halted for 9 Hours—What Happened?

In a recent report by CoinSpeaker, Robert Kiyosaki, the renowned author of “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” has championed Bitcoin (BTC) as the most straightforward route to millionaire status. He also perceives the cryptocurrency as a shield against inflation and the looming economic crisis in the United States.

Robert Kiyosaki Advocates Bitcoin As The Easiest Path To Becoming A Millionaire, Speculets $350K By End of Year.

Robert Kiyosaki Advocates Bitcoin As The Easiest Path To Becoming A Millionaire, Speculates $350K By End of Year.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has dipped 2% to $65,500, but blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain believes the data suggests it might be a good time to buy, not sell. In a series of tweets on Friday, Lookonchain outlined five key indicators suggesting Bitcoin may still have room to grow.

Bitcoin Plunges Below $66K: These Indicators Show If It's Time To Use The Escape Hatch

BTC plummeted more than 2% in an hour to $65,200 during the U.S. trading session from around the $67,000 area. The leading crypto was down 7.5% over the past seven days

Bitcoin Plunges to $65K, Altcoins Bleed 10%-20% as Week Turns Ugly

The world's largest corporate Bitcoin (BTC) owner wants to raise funds to further bolster its crypto holdings. In a new statement, Microstrategy says it is planning to offer $500 million worth of convertible senior notes in a private offering.

MicroStrategy Announces Plan To Raise $500,000,000 in New Debt To Buy More Bitcoin (BTC)

The price of Bitcoin is falling, nearing a one-month low as more than $100 million worth of crypto long positions were liquidated in an hour.

Bitcoin Price Plunges as Over $150 Million in Longs Get Rekt

Michael Saylor's firm just boosted its latest convertible notes raise to buy up even more Bitcoin. It already holds $14.3 billion worth.

MicroStrategy Can't Get Enough Bitcoin, Boosting Latest Raise to $700 Million

Bitcoin's modular story is playing out differently than on other networks

The Emerging Bitcoin Modular Ecosystem

MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) on Friday announced an increase in its convertible senior notes offering to $700 million, up from the previously planned $500 million. These notes, due in 2032, will be sold in a private offering to institutional investors under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933, according to the company.

MicroStrategy Ups Convertible Note Offering To $700M To Fuel Bitcoin Acquisitions

Institutions interacting with and building on Bitcoin need reliable and robust infrastructure.

Why Institutional Bitcoin Investors Need Optimal Networks

U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced a decline on Thursday, with $226.21 million in outflows recorded during the trading sessions. Fidelity's FBTC saw the largest outflows, with $106 million exiting the fund. Massive Outflows Strike U.S. Bitcoin ETFs On Wednesday, the 11 spot bitcoin ETFs attracted $100.

US Bitcoin ETFs Record $226M in Outflows, Fidelity Led the Pack With $106M Exiting

The proceedings of the issuance will be used to acquire more bitcoin and for general corporate affairs.

MicroStrategy Increases Convertible Note Offering by 40% to $700M in Bitcoin Splurge

A widely followed crypto analyst believes Bitcoin (BTC) remains in a historic consolidation phase and predicts a massive breakout within months. Pseudonymous crypto trader Rekt Capital tells his 476,600 followers on the social media platform X that Bitcoin's consolidation phase could last another three months based on historic precedent.

Bitcoin Consolidating Ahead of Potential Breakout to New All-Time High, Says Analyst – Here's the Timeline

In a recent development, a Senate committee has passed a potentially transformative crypto bill. This move could significantly influence the prices of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP.

Senate Committee Passes Surprise Crypto Bill — Could Boost the Price of Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP

Canadian singer Drake is on the cusp of losing $1 million worth of crypto after he placed two individual $500,000 bets on the Edmonton Oilers and the Dallas Mavericks to win their respective Stanley Cup and NBA finals.

Drake on Brink of $1M Bitcoin Loss as NHL and NBA Bets Go Sour

Prominent crypto analyst CrediBULL shared a bullish outlook for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) while projecting more short-term sideways price action for Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH). What Happened: CrediBULL expressed strong confidence that Bitcoin is gearing up for a significant upward move, suggesting that it could surpass $100,000.

Bitcoin At $100K While Ethereum 'Chills' Between $3K-$5K? Not Possible But 'Quite Likely,' Says Trader

In recent news, Kevin O'Leary, a prominent figure from “Shark Tank,” has voiced doubts about the likelihood of significant Wall Street institutions investing in Bitcoin. This skepticism arises despite the recent initiatives by asset managers such as BlackRock and Fidelity to establish Bitcoin spot ETFs.

Kevin O'leary: Wall Street's Bitcoin Adoption Hindered By Regulatory Scrutiny — Suggested End of 'Crypto Cowboys' Era

According to the latest data, from April 1 to June 1, 2024, Coinbase experienced an outflow of more than 40,000 BTC. In the past 13 days, an additional 10,889 BTC, valued at $726 million, has exited the San Francisco crypto exchange. Further analysis reveals that since May 13, approximately $7.

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