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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.

As gold (NYSE:GOLD) prices trade near record heights fueled by expectations of a potential Federal Reserve rate cut, the precious metal's performance could be a harbinger for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), often referred to as “digital gold.” What Happened: While the Federal Reserve maintained a cautious stance on interest rate adjustments in its latest statement, Chair Jerome Powell's comments during the subsequent Q&A hinted at a potential rate cut in September, contingent on a continued decline in inflation.

Why Gold's Luster Could Ignite A 'Digital Gold' Bitcoin Rally: 10x Research

The bullish news continued on Thursday morning, but sellers remained in control of the market.

Bitcoin Plunges More Than 10% Since Hitting $70K 72 Hours Ago

Amid continuing sideways price action, traders are caught in two minds about whether an “altcoin season” is coming any time soon. What Happened: Pseudonymous trader Crypto Vikings highlighted that many altcoins have experienced a 60-80% drop in the past few months.

Bitcoin Stuck In Sideways Mode: Can We Forget About 'Altcoin Season' Altogether?

Liquidity across crypto exchanges has surged this year, according to the digital asset analytics firm Kaiko. Kaiko notes in a new analysis that an increase in trading volume and improving sentiment drove that jump in liquidity, which has been particularly prevalent for Bitcoin (BTC) markets in the US.

Trade Volume in US Bitcoin (BTC) Markets Picking Up, According to Analytics Firm Kaiko

On Wednesday, the list of spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) grew from 11 to 12 with the introduction of Grayscale's Mini Bitcoin Trust. The day's trading session saw these funds attracting a modest $298,930 in net inflows. Spot Bitcoin ETFs Report Modest Inflows During Tuesday's trading session, only two spot bitcoin ETFs experienced inflows.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs See Light Inflows as Grayscale Adds Mini Bitcoin Trust

Donald Trump convened an industry roundtable ahead of his keynote address on Saturday in Nashville to test out his talking points.

Trump's bitcoin strategy was shared behind closed doors with CEOs who raised $25 million. Here's what he told them.

Bitcoin's price could be negatively affected if Kamala Harris's chances of winning strengthen against Donald Trump, an analyst said.

Kamala Harris' improving election chances could hurt bitcoin, YouHodler analyst says

The crypto lending partner said it processed several hundred million in institutional loans to ETF market makers.

Ledn processed $1.16 billion in loans during first half of year as bitcoin's price rose

The sneakers are being sold through a licensing deal with "CIC Ventures LLC."

Trump Bitcoin Sneakers Sell Out, Already on EBay for $2,500

The cryptocurrency landscape has undergone a seismic shift, turning what once seemed like daydreams into tangible possibilities, according to Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise Investments. What Happened: The U.S. presidential race has become a battleground for crypto support, with candidates from both sides of the aisle vying for the title of the “crypto capital of the world.

Bitcoin's Joined The Big Leagues, But: 'We're Not Bullish Enough,' Says Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan

Bitcoin's price has declined despite dovish macroeconomic signals, including the Bank of England's decision to cut rates by a quarter point.

Bitcoin down despite macro optimism from BoE rate cut, Fed's dovish signals

Throughout July, bitcoin has climbed 2.5% against the U.S. dollar, despite a midweek dip to $64,350 per coin. This month has been marked by notable events, including movements by Mt Gox and the U.S. government transferring billions. Additionally, 76 transactions from dormant bitcoin wallets, created between 2010 and 2017, spent 6,536.

76 Sleeping Bitcoin Wallets Activated in July, Unlocking $424M

Ethereum

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has weathered a turbulent 24 hours, with the cryptocurrency experiencing a 2.3% decline to $64,500. What Happened: Despite the price dip, underlying investor sentiment remains bullish, driven by significant inflows into Bitcoin spot ETFs.

Bitcoin Down To $64,500, Ethereum ETFs Stutter: Why Did Crypto Not Rally After The FOMC Meeting?

A widely followed analyst and trader is expressing bullish sentiment on Bitcoin (BTC) while offering his outlook on a memecoin built on the Solana (SOL) blockchain ecosystem.

Trader Says Bitcoin's Path to $100,000 ‘Programmed,' Updates Outlook on Memecoin That's Up 18,000%+ Year-to-Date

Billionaire investor Mark Cuban has called a California plan to digitize 42 million car titles using blockchain "an amazing step forward" and "huge" for crypto

‘This Is Huge'—Billionaire Mark Cuban Issues ‘Amazing' Bitcoin And Crypto Prediction Amid Price Drop

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) fell sharply when it reached the psychological price of $70,000. Price analysis by Coinidol.com.

Bitcoin Reaches The $63,400 Low And Starts A Range-Bound Move

Hong Kong's largest online brokerage Futu has launched retail Bitcoin trading on its platform. The move comes as the city aims to establish itself as a Bitcoin and crypto hub.

Hong Kong's Largest Online Broker Launched Bitcoin Trading

Bitcoin's Bollinger bandwidth has narrowed to levels that have historically preceded volatility explosions.

Bitcoin Indicator That Forewarned Late 2023 Volatility Explosion Is Lighting Up Again

"Crypto experienced a broad sell-off overnight and into this morning," wrote Singapore-based QCP Capital in a trading note.

Bitcoin and Ethereum See Red as Markets Sag Amid Volatility

Bitcoin's 7-day average mining hashrate has hit a new all-time high above 667 exahashes per second during the Bitcoin 2024 conference, reflecting greater security and fundamentals.

Bitcoin Hashrate Hits New All-Time Highs

Riot attributes the increase in losses to selling, general and administrative expenses of $61.2 million compared with $41.4 a year ago.

Bitcoin Miner Riot Platforms' Second-Quarter Loss Widens to $84.4M as Costs Surge

The most expensive bright orange, high-top sneakers are already sold out and being relisted on eBay for as high as $2,500.

Donald Trump Site Lists Limited-Edition 'Bitcoin Sneakers' for as Much as $500 a Pair

A prominent crypto analyst believes that Bitcoin (BTC) is gearing up for a parabolic rally in the current bull market cycle. In a new strategy session, pseudonymous crypto trader Kaleo tells his 642,800 followers on the social media platform X that based on historic precedence Bitcoin could soon enter price discovery.

‘Violent Up-Only Price Action' Around the Corner for Bitcoin, Says Crypto Analyst – But There's a Catch

The Bitcoin Core project has disclosed two security vulnerabilities that could have affected the stability of the Bitcoin network. The first one, classified as having a high severity level, could have caused an assertion crash of the network via a message spam attack.

Bitcoin Core Discloses Two Security Vulnerabilities

Bitcoin has dropped below $64,000, influenced by the U.S. Federal Reserve's recent decision to maintain current interest rates and escalating conflicts in the Middle East.

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