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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.

This latest buying spree brought the company's total holdings to 423,650 tokens worth nearly $42 billion.

MicroStrategy Makes Another Large Bitcoin Purchase, Buying 21,550 BTC for $2.1B

Michael Saylor's software firm now has $42 billion worth of Bitcoin after adding 21,550 BTC in MicroStrategy's fifth consecutive weekly buy.

MicroStrategy Adds Billions More in Bitcoin in Fifth-Straight Weekly Buy

Ethereum

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) has outperformed Bitcoin and Ethereum over the past month, following Ripple's favourable legal developments. The cryptocurrency peaked at $2.82—its highest level in nearly seven years—triggering speculation of even larger gains.

XRP Price Surges 328% In A Month, Outpaces Bitcoin, Ethereum: How High Can XRP Go?

MicroStrategy acquired approximately 21,550 bitcoin for approximately $2.1 billion in cash between Dec. 2 and Dec. 8, 2024.

MicroStrategy acquires another 21,550 bitcoin for roughly $2.1 billion

Microstrategy has amassed 423,650 BTC worth $25.6 billion and just bought 21,550 more, underscoring its aggressive bet on bitcoin as a transformative asset. Michael Saylor Highlights Microstrategy's 423,650 BTC Portfolio and KPI Success Software intelligence firm Microstrategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) has significantly expanded its bitcoin portfolio, as disclosed in a Dec.

Microstrategy's Bitcoin Holdings Hit 423,650 After $2.1 Billion Purchase

Bitcoin is currently trading at $98,403, showcasing a dynamic interplay of market forces across short-term, medium-term, and long-term charts. Bitcoin Bitcoin‘s 1-hour chart reflects recent price fluctuations, with bitcoin peaking at $101,407 before succumbing to bearish pressure, reaching a low of $97,931.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Consolidation Phase Precedes Next Big Move

The Royal Government of Bhutan has transferred 406.074 BTC, valued at approximately $40 million, to QCP Capital, according to data from Onchain Lens. While the exact purpose of the transfer remains speculative, it is suspected to be linked to a potential sale.

Bitcoin Seller's Delight: Bhutan Transfers $40M In BTC To QCP Capital

David Bailey, CEO of BTC Inc. and advisor to President-elect Trump's campaign, has revealed that four undisclosed nations have agreed to establish strategic bitcoin reserve initiatives, hinting at the future organization of a Bitcoin G7.

Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Speculation Grows: Initiatives Allegedly Greenlit by Four Nations

MicroBT Unveils New-Gen WhatsMiner M6XS++ Series at Bitcoin MENA 2024

The crypto market has begun the week on a negative note, with bitcoin (BTC) lower after a weekend spent wrestling with the $100,000 mark amid reports that Amazon shareholders are pushing for an allocation to the cryptocurrency. The persistent indecisiveness since Dec. 5 amid increased retail participation has some indicators pointing to a mid-bull cycle top.

Crypto Daybook Americas: BTC Hits Mid-Cycle Peak as Retail Interest in Altcoins Soars

MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor says the US should offload all its gold and accumulate Bitcoin (BTC) as part of a new strategy to cement the country's global financial dominance. In a new interview on Yahoo! Finance, Saylor says Bitcoin is emerging as the “world's reserve capital network.

The US Should Sell Its Gold and Acquire Bitcoin (BTC), Says MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor – Here's Why

As cryptocurrencies enter price-discovery mode, options market activity can help traders identify potential resistance levels.

Gauging Bitcoin, XRP Resistance Levels After Record Price Rallies

Max Keiser, an international journalist and cryptocurrency advisor to the Bukele administration in El Salvador, has hinted at an upcoming announcement for the Muslim world regarding bitcoin.

Bitcoin Permabull Max Keiser Hints at Muslim World Petrobitcoin Announcement

Bitcoin has crossed the $100,000 mark in 2024, a monumental achievement for the cryptocurrency that began as a fringe project of cypherpunks and tech enthusiasts.

Bitcoin Surpasses $100,000: From Cypherpunk Dream to Mainstream Financial Asset

Hedera, IOTA, and JasmyCoin have shown significant growth in the cryptocurrency market since Nov. 1, recording gains of 99.31%, 79.61%, and 72.47%, respectively.

Concerns of Volatility Rise as Altcoins Surge by Up to 99% and Bitcoin's Market Dominance Drops Below 55%

Bitcoin has crossed the $100,000 milestone, solidifying its place as the leading cryptocurrency. Its dominance stems from Metcalfe's Law and its unmatched network effects, making it the most secure and widely recognized crypto asset. But Bitcoin is often seen as “digital gold”, a store of value rather than a platform for innovation.

The Bitcoin Renaissance: How Bitcoin L2s Can Revive Bitcoin

With bitcoin prices trending higher compared to the previous month, miners are basking in the glow of increased earnings from block rewards. As 2025 draws nearer, it's worth exploring the leading application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) bitcoin miners available today and anticipating the new releases slated for next year.

From Energy Efficiency to Profitability: The Machines That Rule Bitcoin Mining

Renowned stock picker and founder of asset management giant Ark Invest, Cathie Wood, deemed Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) breach of the $100,000 mark a "big deal" on Sunday, hailing the leading cryptocurrency's rising prominence in the world of finance and investing. What happened: In a video shared on X, Wood recalled how Ark Invest published a Bitcoin whitepaper back in 2015 when the asset was valued at just around $250.

Ark Invest's Cathie Wood Hails Bitcoin's $100K Climb As A 'Big Deal,' Labels Apex Crypto As Gold Substitute And Emerging Reserve Currency

The proposal submitted by the National Center for Public Policy Research calls for the company to add BTC to its treasury to beat inflation

Amazon Shareholders Push for Minimum 5% Bitcoin Allocation

The derivatives market for Bitcoin and Ethereum shows a small chance the digital assets will continue to rise to fresh highs by January.

Bitcoin Could Climb Beyond $150,000 by January, DeFi Derivatives Platform Derive Says

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki calls bitcoin's $100K milestone a game-changer, warning it could become inaccessible for many while predicting its rise to $1 million.

Robert Kiyosaki on $100K Bitcoin: His Strategy, Forecasts, and Economic Warnings

Following in the footsteps of other Wall Street giants, shareholders of online retail giant Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) urged the firm Sunday to consider a Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) treasury strategy to enhance shareholder value in the long run. What happened: The National Center for Public Policy Research, a U.S.-based think tank advocating free markets, submitted a shareholder proposal requesting that Amazon "conduct an assessment" of keeping approximately 5% of its assets in Bitcoin.

Amazon Shareholders Propose Adding Bitcoin To Treasury For 'Best' Long-Term Interest, Cite Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy As Example

New data from market intelligence firm Lookonchain reveals that Bitcoin (BTC) mining company Marathon Digital accumulated hundreds of millions of dollars worth of the crypto king following a convertible note offer.

Marathon Digital Acquires Over $270,000,000 Worth of Bitcoin (BTC) Following Convertible Note Offer: Lookonchain

Several key players in President-elect Donald Trump's new cryptocurrency venture head to Abu Dhabi on Monday for the largest bitcoin gathering in the Gulf region as the digital currency sets record highs.

At Gulf bitcoin gathering, Trump family and allies to bask in crypto industry's euphoria

For decades, the big banks have had us all on a leash. They control our savings, dictate our loans, and profit off the very money they “lend” us—money they didn't even have to begin with.

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