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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.

Analysts at the investment management giant VanEck think Bitcoin's price (BTC) could skyrocket to $2.9 million by 2050. For that to happen, BTC will need to become a key part of the international monetary system, according to Matthew Sigel, VanEck's head of digital assets research, and Patrick Bush, a senior investment analyst at the firm.

Here's How Bitcoin (BTC) Reaches $2,900,000 per Coin, According to VanEck Analysts

Riot Platforms' net losses widened in the second quarter of this year primarily due to April's halving event.

Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms reports wider losses in Q2, buys more Bitfarms shares

Political commentator and former Fox Television host Tucker Carlson raised eyebrows after he claimed that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) was created by the Central Intelligence Agency. What Happened: During a private event at the recently concluded Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville, Carlson poked fun at cryptocurrency maximalists for not knowing the real identity of the pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.

Bitcoin A CIA Creation? Tucker Carlson Believes So: 'They Got There First.

Large holders resorted to bargain hunting in July as the cryptocurrency experienced two-way price volatility.

Large Bitcoin Holders Added $5.4B in BTC in July, Data Show

Ethereum

The spot bitcoin ETFs in the US recorded a mere $299,000 in net daily inflows on Wednesday after logging outflows of $18.3 million on Tuesday.

US spot Bitcoin ETFs log mere $299,000 in net inflows, Ethereum ETFs see $77 million in outflows

Economist Peter Schiff called Tesla's investment in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) a “mistake,” predicting that the Elon Musk-founded tech giant will incur financial losses. What Happened: While congratulating Musk on his X (formerly Twitter) takeover, Schiff made a Freudian slip by writing Bitcoin instead of X on Wednesday.

Elon Musk's Tesla Will Lose Money On Bitcoin Purchase, Predicts Peter Schiff: 'That Was A Mistake'

U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty has discussed former President Donald Trump's bitcoin plan, which includes creating a national bitcoin stockpile. The lawmaker expects to see several legislative proposals beyond what Trump announced. He believes this move will establish credibility for the currency and demonstrate national support for it. Senator Hagerty Discusses Trump's Bitcoin Strategy U.S.

US Senator Discusses Trump's Bitcoin Plan and National BTC Stockpile

Dogecoin

Leading cryptocurrencies slid sharply amid a significant escalation in geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded 9 p.m.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Slip Amid Flare-Up Of Iran-Israel Tensions: Analyst Says 'A Big Move Is Coming Soon' For King Crypto

The newly introduced Bitcoin bill faces an uphill battle in a deeply divided Congress and Presidential race, Decrypt was told.

Lummis Introduces Bitcoin Reserve Bill Aiming to Bolster US's Global Financial Standing

Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) officially introduced legislation to establish a U.S. strategic Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) reserve, aiming to enhance the U.S. dollar's strength and address the national debt.

Cynthia Lummis Unveils Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Legislation: 'This Is Our Louisiana Purchase Moment'

Riot said its loss was primarily driven by a 52% year-over-year decline in the number of Bitcoin mined between April 1 and June 31.

Bitcoin Miner Riot Clocks Quarterly Loss of $84 Million as Post Halving Era Bites

Former U.S. President and presidential candidate Donald Trump has raised $25 million from the crypto industry and bitcoin whales since he began accepting donations in cryptocurrencies. He has made several promises to support the crypto sector if elected, including the replacement of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler.

Trump Has Raised $25M From Crypto Industry and Bitcoin Whales

BlackRock executive Samara Cohen thinks Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) will be allocated to model portfolios by the end of this year and into 2025. Model portfolios are a basket of different investments crafted by a financial advisor, according to the financial services firm Morningstar.

BlackRock Executive Predicts Bitcoin and Ethereum Become Part of Model Portfolios by 2025

Nobel laureate Paul Krugman claims that bitcoin has remained “economically useless.” He criticized the support bitcoin and crypto have from former U.S. President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. Moreover, he stressed: “Tech-bro support for Trump and Vance also seems to have a lot to do with one specific issue: cryptocurrency.

Nobel Laureate Paul Krugman Says Bitcoin Is ‘Economically Useless' — Criticizes Trump's Crypto Support

Bitcoin is beating the altcoin market despite the recent launch of Ethereum ETFs.

Bitcoin Dominance Taps Three-Year High, But Analyst Says Alts Are Poised to Rally

The price action happened as Iran's leadership reportedly ordered retaliatory attacks against Israel, increasing concerns about a broader conflict in the Middle East.

Bitcoin Tumbles Below $65K Post-FOMC as Middle East Tensions Flare

Bitcoin miners are witnessing a resurgence in activity as the network's hashrate approaches all-time highs, according to the latest research from Cryptoquant. This recovery is attributed to improved revenues, which have led to a reduction in selling pressure from miners.

Cryptoquant Insights: Bitcoin Miners See Revenue Boost as Hashrate Soars

Cryptocurrency markets are trading sideways in the wake of the Fed leaving interest rates unchanged. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $65,516 -0.7% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,265.9 -0.3% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $177.13 -0.2% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1236 -1.4% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001612 -0.5% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increased by 5.5% and daily active addresses dropped by 14.4%.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Labor Sideways: Trader Eyes $64K As Support If BTC Dumps

Relative to current price, holding Bitcoin has been profitable for almost all of its existence.

Holding Bitcoin Has Been Profitable for 98.5% of Its Existence, Data Shows

New data from crypto analytics firm Kaiko reveals that traders are flocking toward bullish Bitcoin (BTC) bets for the upcoming presidential election. In a new paper, the Kaiko team finds that derivatives traders are placing tens of millions of dollars worth of bullish BTC bets on crypto options exchange Deribit's new election contracts.

Traders Piling Into Bullish Bitcoin Bets for 2024 US Election, According to Analytics Firm Kaiko

The political commentator says if Bitcoin is adopted as a medium of exchange, it will be too big to stop.

Tucker Carlson Says He Loves Bitcoin—But Believes the CIA Created It

Bitcoin's price held relatively steady after the U.S. Federal Reserve kept interest rates at their current level on Wednesday.

Bitcoin posts slight gain after Fed holds rates steady, citing further progress toward 2% inflation target

In a surprising move, former US President Donald Trump has proposed a plan to establish a national bitcoin stockpile if he is reelected. This announcement has left economists and financial experts scratching their heads.

Economists Skeptical About Trump's Bitcoin Stockpile Plan: A Game-Changer Or A Mere Election Gimmick?

Investors were expecting the Fed to hold interest rates steady. Now, all eyes are on what the central bank's chief will say.

Bitcoin Barely Budges as Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Steady

A popular analyst known for his timely crypto calls says that the stars are aligning for Bitcoin (BTC) to make a new push to all-time highs.

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