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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.

Bitcoin (BTC) demand dropped before the halving, according to the crypto analytics firm CryptoQuant. The firm notes that investors took profits ahead of the halving event, which happened on Friday night and slashed Bitcoin's block rewards from 6.25 BTC ($398,134) to 3.125 BTC ($199,067).

Bitcoin (BTC) Demand Dropped Prior to Halving, According to Crypto Analytics Firm CryptoQuant – Here's Why

Following the Bitcoin halving event, onchain fees climbed to over $240 per transaction just an hour later, and as of now, a high-priority transfer costs between $52 and $78 per transaction at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Saturday.

Bitcoin Halving, Runes Proliferation Results in Historic Fee Increases, Crypto Community Reacts

Today's topics include the bitcoin halving, the Mango Markets exploiter, Telegram, Tether and upcoming Hong Kong ETFs.

The Pulse: The Bitcoin halving has taken place. Now it gets interesting

10% of GBTC will be automatically spun off into the new fund, which will trade independently and with a lower fee than its parent.

Grayscale plans industry-low 0.15% fee for Bitcoin Mini Trust spinoff fund, under ticker BTC

In the ever-evolving landscape of cryptocurrencies and financial markets, few events generate as much anticipation and excitement as the Bitcoin halving. As this phenomenon approaches, there's a palpable buzz in the air, with enthusiasts and investors alike speculating about its potential impact on the market.

Bitcoin Halving Sparks Next Bull Run: Cogwise Leads the Charge in Financial Prediction

Binance is unveiling a new “megadrop” token launch platform with Bitcoin (BTC) “restaking” chain BounceBit (BB) as its first project.

Binance Unveils New ‘Megadrop' Token Launch Platform, Picks Bitcoin Restaking Chain To Serve As First Project

Bitcoin's market value has experienced significant shifts following the recent halving event at block height 840,000, which saw onchain fees soar beyond $240 per transaction. This pivotal change coincides with a notable fluctuation in price, demonstrating a complex interplay of supply and demand forces at work. Currently, bitcoin is trading at $64,488, down 4.

Bitcoin Market Update: Post-Halving Price Dynamics and Market Movements

On Friday, the Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) network underwent its fourth halving since 2012, a pivotal event that halved the mining reward — the amount of Bitcoin awarded for validating transactions. This reduction from 900 to 450 Bitcoin per day is critical to prevent inflation and maintain Bitcoin's cap at 21 million tokens.

Latest Bitcoin Halving Could Cost Miners Billions Of Dollars In Revenue: Report

In the 12 hours following the introduction of the Runes protocol, bitcoin miners have collected substantial fees as the rush to mint runes now dominates block space. Presently, numerous runes exist on the Bitcoin blockchain, with several being offered on marketplaces such as Okx and Magic Eden.

Runes Proliferate on Bitcoin, Sparking New Token Sales on Specific Markets

The chief investment officer of crypto fund manager Bitwise says the halving event for Bitcoin (BTC) is a bullish catalyst.

Bitcoin Halving a Bullish Event, According to Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan – But There's a Catch

Gridless, backed by Jack Dorsey's Block, operates bitcoin mines in Kenya, Malawi and Zambia.

How a Jack Dorsey-backed bitcoin miner uses a volcano in Kenya to turn on the lights in rural homes

Bitcoin ETF provider Grayscale has provided some illustrative details of its spin-off fund, the Bitcoin Mini Trust (BTC), including a more competitive 0.15% fee than the uplisted mothership GBTC product, according to a pro forma financials in its latest filing.

Grayscale Reveals 0.15% Fees For Its Bitcoin Mini Trust ETF

Since the halving, 63 blocks have been mined, and bitcoin miners have accumulated substantial fees following a dramatic increase in the fee rate. This surge took the cost per transaction from $18 to over $245, recorded at 9:00 p.m. EDT on Friday evening. Since then fees have dropped and by Saturday morning at 7:30 a.m.

Bitcoin Miners Smash Previous Revenue Records Post-Halving; Over $54M Collected in 60 Blocks

Bitcoin's halving is here, so what happens next for crypto's oldest coin? Experts say that depends largely on macroeconomic factors.

What's Next for Bitcoin After the Halving?

The Bitcoin halving happened early this morning, but after a tumultuous week, the biggest digital asset is sitting still.

This Week in Coins: Bitcoin Halving Happens But BTC Doesn't Budge After a Dramatic Week

A widely followed crypto analyst is forecasting that Bitcoin (BTC) could reach a six-figure price over the coming months.

‘Things Could Get Really Bonkers' – Bitcoin Primed To Explode by up to 282% if This Happens: InvestAnswers

The recent market dip in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) saw a significant increase in the holdings of large investors, commonly referred to as “whales,” who collectively added over $1.2 billion worth of BTC to their portfolios. What Happened: On Friday, as the price of Bitcoin dropped below $60,000, large investors increased their holdings by 19,760 BTC, equivalent to $1.2 billion, according to a report by CoinDesk, citing data from IntoTheBlock.

Bitcoin Whales Scoop Up $1.2B Worth Of BTC During Market Dip: Is Potential Rally For King Crypto On The Cards?

Despite this being the most anticipated Bitcoin halving yet (at least according to Google search history), it was the launch of the high-profile Bitcoin builder Casey Rodamor's latest creation – Runes – that turned heads, even among long-time blockchain developers who despise the digital tokens that can be minted on the platform.

Runes Protocol Launches on Bitcoin, Sending Fees Soaring as Users Rush to Mint Tokens

Upon reaching block height 840,000, when the mining pool Viabtc collected 37.626 bitcoin in fees worth $2.39 million, the expense for onchain transfers climbed, surpassing $240 per transaction. Block 840,003 recorded 16.06 bitcoins in fee payments, and block 840,004 accumulated 24 bitcoins in fees valued at over $1.5 million.

After Halving Event, Bitcoin Transaction Fees Soar to Over $240

Bitcoin experienced a 1.5% increase over the last 24 hours following the successful completion of the fourth Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) halving event, signifying a notable reduction in miner rewards. The event, which occurs every 210,000 blocks, has seen the reward for mining a block drop from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC.

Bitcoin Shrugs Off Fourth Halving: Miner Rewards Halved, Price Holds Strong

Four years in the making, the built-in cut in Bitcoin mining rewards didn't significantly change the price of BTC.

Bitcoin Barely Bobbles After Halving

Bitcoin's 4th halving arrives with cheers and high hopes for a new era with the Runes protocol coming online.

Bitcoin Halving Is Here: Crypto Twitter Reacts

Block 840,000, the fourth ever Bitcoin halving block, has been confirmed — though it could possibly change.

Bitcoin's fourth halving block sees additional $2.4 million reward paid as fee

Bitcoin (BTC) held steady around $63,700 in the aftermath of the cryptocurrency's fourth halving, an event that upends the economics for the miners who power the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Bitcoin Rally Holds Around $63,700 Following 4th Block Reward Halving

The Bitcoin network on Friday night slashed the incentives rewarded to miners in half for the fourth time in its history. The celebrated event, which takes place about once every four years as mandated in the Bitcoin code, is designed to slow the issuance of bitcoins, thereby creating a scarcity effect and allowing the cryptocurrency to maintain its digital gold-like quality.

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