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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.

U.S. job growth increased more than expected in May, a reading that could potentially prompt the Fed to delay cutting interest rates.

Bitcoin rebounds from drop with equity indices as strong US jobs data poses challenge to Fed rate

Blackrock, the world's largest asset manager, now holds more than 300,000 bitcoins following $217.7 million in positive inflows from all of the U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Thursday's inflows marked the 18th consecutive day of gains for the bitcoin ETFs. Bitcoin ETF Gains Continue Spot bitcoin ETFs in the U.S.

ETFs See 18 Days of Gains: Blackrock's Bitcoin Holdings Surpass 300,000

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With Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) failing to rally to a new all-time high in face of stronger-than-anticipated labor market data, one trader expects sideways price action until next week. What Happened: Pseudonymous trader Kevin predicts minimal price movement in the coming days ahead of significant economic data on Wednesday, June 12.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Headed For 'Complete Sideways' Until CPI, FOMC Data Next Wednesday, Says Trader

Partnership with Cake Wallet to integrate Lightning payments into their popular crypto wallet

Breez Brings Bitcoin's Lightning Network To Every Crypto Wallet

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) fell over $1,300 from $71,997 to $70,663 within minutes following the release of the latest U.S. employment report. What Happened: The report indicated that non-farm payrolls increased by 272,000, surpassing the expected 182,000.

Bitcoin Spikes To $72K, Then Drops $1,300 Following US Employment Report: What Happened?

An interview with Willem Schroé from Botanix Labs to discuss Spiderchain, a Proof-Of-Stake sidechain on Bitcoin

Botanix's Federated Sidechain Is Bringing Proof of Stake To Bitcoin

Over the past 158 days, starting from the beginning of the year, the quantity of bitcoin held by exchanges and miners has decreased by 183,253 BTC, valued at nearly $13 billion. Roughly 90.95% of this bitcoin withdrawal originated from cryptocurrency exchange reserves. Exchanges and Miners See Massive Reductions From Jan.

Bitcoin Scarcity Grows as Miner and Exchange Reserves Drop by 183,253 BTC Since January

Firms including MicroStrategy, Tesla and Coinbase have purchased billions of dollars worth of Bitcoin between them.

The 10 Public Companies With the Biggest Bitcoin Portfolios

Donald Trump has strategically embraced Bitcoin to attract crypto-supporting voters, contrasting with Joe Biden's hostility and understanding Bitcoin's growing political influence.

Why Donald Trump Loves Bitcoin

Bifinex analysts predicted that Bitcoin could reach at least $120,000 during the current bull-market cycle, which may potentially end in Q4 2024.

Bitfinex analysts predict Bitcoin's bull market top could occur around Q4 2024

Last week, BlackRock's IBIT surpassed the AUM of Grayscale's converted GBTC fund, now accounting for over $21 billion.

BlackRock's spot bitcoin ETF surpasses 300,000 BTC in assets under management

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 7, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Futures Positions Top Record $37B as Analysts Predict Bitcoin Surge to $83K

The highly anticipated launch of Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States may see a more subdued response compared to the initial excitement surrounding Bitcoin ETFs, analysts predict. What Happened: JPMorgan strategists, led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou, estimate that Ethereum ETFs will attract a modest $1 billion to $3 billion in net inflows by the year's end, a stark contrast to the $15.3 billion garnered by Bitcoin ETFs, according to a Bloomberg report.

Ethereum ETF Demand May Be Muted Compared To Bitcoin ETFs, Analysts Say

Bitcoin's price currently stands at $71,347, showing an impressive rise within the 24-hour intraday range of $70,065 to $71,595. With a trading volume of $25.17 billion and a market capitalization of $1.4 trillion, bitcoin has gained 4.9% this week, 5.6% over the past two weeks, and 14.4% in the last 30 days.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: BTC Shows Promising Signs Across All Time Frames

Franklin Templeton, a prominent Silicon Valley asset manager with $1.6 trillion in assets, is reportedly exploring the creation of a new investment fund dedicated to cryptocurrencies. What Happened: This private fund would cater to institutional investors and include investments in cryptocurrencies beyond just Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH).

Franklin Templeton Goes Beyond Bitcoin, Ethereum, Eyes New Crypto-Focused Investment Fund For Institutional Investors

The medical technology firm now holds almost $59 million worth of BTC, and has plans to buy up to $150 million more.

Semler Doubles Down on MicroStrategy Playbook With $150 Million Bitcoin Buy

Medical device maker Semler Scientific acquired 247 more Bitcoin and plans to raise $150 million to further expand its Bitcoin treasury holdings, following MicroStrategy's lead.

Semler Scientific To Raise $150M To Buy More Bitcoin

The bullish forecast comes ahead of key U.S. data that is likely to influence Fed rate cut expectations.

Bitcoin Could Lift to $83K in the Coming Days, Analyst Says

The Lightning Network is revolutionizing bitcoin transactions by providing a second-layer solution that enhances speed and reduces costs. By enabling off-chain transfers, it facilitates near-instantaneous processing and lower fees, making bitcoin more practical for everyday use.

Bitcoin And The Future Of The Lightning Network

Standard Chartered predicts Bitcoin could soar to $150,000 by the end of 2024 if Donald Trump wins the U.S. presidential election, citing his crypto-friendly policies.

Standard Chartered Sees Bitcoin Soaring to $150,000 by Year-End If Trump Wins Presidency

U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have achieved their longest streak of consecutive net inflows since their inception, recording an 18-day run of positive flows as of Thursday.

US Spot Bitcoin ETFs See Longest Ever 18-Day Inflow Streak

Bitcoin (BTC) hovered with the $71,000 mark at the June 6 Wall Street open, as traders anticipated a potential liquidity.

Bitcoin Eyes All-Time Highs as Liquidity Takedown Looms

In a telling reflection of growing institutional demand for cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) spot exchange-traded funds in the U.S. attracted net inflows for a record-breaking 18th day. What Happened: The 11 investment vehicles tracking the spot prices of the world's largest digital asset saw $217.78 million in positive flows on June 5, according to data from SoSo Value.

Bitcoin Spot ETFs Can't Get Enough With Historic 18-Day Buying Spree: Is This A New Gold Rush?

With the additional purchase of 247 bitcoins, Semler's portfolio of 828 BTC is worth nearly $59 million at its current market value.

Semler Scientific acquires 247 bitcoins, announces $150 million raise to buy more

Analyst and trader Kevin Svenson is saying that Bitcoin (BTC) is flashing a bullish signal amid the flagship crypto asset's double-digit bump over the past month. In a new video, Svenson tells his 78,400 YouTube subscribers that Bitcoin is on a parabolic trend and is close to a “point of going vertical.

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