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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 Bitcoin (BTC) cools down from its latest rally, one widely followed crypto analyst says the king crypto's dominance has peaked

Bitcoin Dominance Has Peaked, According to Crypto Trader – Here's What That Means for Altcoins

While Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is currently navigating through stormy market waters, one trader bolsters the case for a bull run continuation with several arguments. What Happened: Pseudonymous cryptocurrency trader Tim, who recently gathered popularity for his candid insights about Dubai, challenges prevailing bearish sentiment by pointing to several indicators signaling a bullish outlook for Bitcoin.

Bitcoin's Consolidation Phase Best Met With 'Zoom Out, Perspective, Patience' Approach, Says Trader

Amid the excitement of Bitcoin's new Runes protocol, Blackrock's exchange-traded fund (ETF) wallets now contain over $20,000 worth of RSIC•GENESIS•RUNE tokens. Blackrock's IBIT Benefits From Airdropped Runes Tokens On Thursday, Arkham, an onchain intelligence firm, revealed on social media platform X that two of Blackrock‘s IBIT bitcoin addresses possess tokens based on the Runes protocol.

Blackrock's Bitcoin ETF Wallets Hold Over $20,000 in Runes Tokens, Arkham Data Shows

The bill would also require state pension funds to consider investing in Bitcoin spot ETFs.

Ohio Mulls Law to Protect Bitcoin Rights, Scrap Capital Gains Taxes

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The Fed's preferred inflation gauge showed personal expenditures grew 3.7% in the first quarter.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Dip as Inflation Figures Hamstring Rate Cut Hopes

The founders of the analytics platform Glassnode say one key indicator is suddenly flashing bullish again for Bitcoin (BTC).

Bitcoin To Surge? Glassnode Co-Founders Say Indicator That Tipped Off January Rally Flashing Bullish Signal

The "DECENTRALIZED" airdrop of Bitcoin Runes tokens is nearing. The CyberKongz team shared exclusive details with Decrypt.

CyberKongz Reveal Bitcoin Runes Airdrop Details, 'Mad Rush' Behind Etching

Benchmark analyst Mark Palmer reiterated MicroStrategy Inc (NASDAQ:MSTR) with a Buy and a $1875 price target. Since adopting its bitcoin acquisition strategy in August 2020, MicroStrategy has seen its share price increase by more than 10x, a performance that during that span significantly outpaced the returns of bitcoin, the major stock indices, commodities such as gold, and big tech stocks, Palmer said.

MicroStrategy's Accounting Problem For Bitcoin Poses Profit Conundrum - Analyst Lays Out Answers

The wait for Bitcoin options trading continues as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has once again postponed its decision on proposals that would allow options on spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). WHat Happened: This news comes after multiple exchanges, including Cboe, MIAX, Nasdaq ISE, and NYSE American, filed to offer options trading on recently approved Bitcoin ETFs, The Block reported.

Bitcoin Options On Hold: SEC Delays Decision, Seeks Public Input

ViaBTC auctioned off an 'epic sat' associated with the fourth Bitcoin halving block for 33.3 BTC ($2.13 million) on April 25.

ViaBTC's ‘epic sat' from fourth Bitcoin halving block sells for 33.3 BTC ($2.13 million)

Meat company Beck & Bulow adopts Bitcoin for payments, employee 401Ks, and treasury reserves.

Beck & Bulow Adopts Bitcoin as a Treasury Reserve Asset

The charges brought against Samourai Wallet's founders could be part of an international effort to limit Bitcoin privacy-preserving technologies, which would hurt those who need these technologies the most.

A Further Crackdown On Bitcoin Mixing Services Will Hurt Human Rights Activists

ViaBTC sold the fourth ever “epic sat” for over $2.1 million less than a week after mining it during the Bitcoin halving.

One of Only Four Bitcoin "Epic Sats" Just Auctioned Off For Over $2.1 Million

The first satoshi mined on Bitcoin after the halving, one of just four "epic sats" to date, fetched 33.3 BTC at auction. Here's why.

Bitcoin 'Epic Sat' From the Halving Sells for $2.1 Million

The renowned ‘epic satoshi' from the fourth halving block, also known as Sat # 1,968,750,000,000,000, fetched a price of 33.3 bitcoins, valued at just over $2.13 million on Thursday afternoon Eastern Standard Time.

‘Epic Satoshi' From Bitcoin's 4th Halving Fetches Over $2.13 Million at Coinex Auction

The pool mined the first block after last week's halving, winning an "epic" sat in the process.

Bitcoin Mining Pool ViaBTC Sells 'Epic' First Post-Halving Sat for $2.13M

The hastily-scribbled “Buy Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC)” sign that went viral during a Congressional hearing in 2017 has become a million-dollar collector's item. What Happened: The now-iconic sign, a symbol of early Bitcoin enthusiasm, sold for a staggering $1.027 million at auction, Bloomberg reported.

This Famous 'Buy Bitcoin' Sign Netted An Intern $1M

In all big asset rallies there is a classic hockey stick form created in that asset's chart. It is simply an exponential progression.

After The Bitcoin Halving, What Might Be Next For The Price?

Recent 13F SEC filings reveal major pension consultant is buying spot Bitcoin ETFs.

Pension Consultants are Buying US Spot Bitcoin ETFs: 13F SEC Fillings

Some of the biggest Ethereum tokens tied to gaming projects, such as Immutable and Parallel, have plunged over the past 24 hours.

Ethereum Gaming Tokens Battered as Bitcoin Price Sinks to $63,000

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) currently trading at around $63,440 with a drop of 4.1% in the past 24 hours, prompting technical analyst Ali Martinez a steeper drop if it falls below $63,300. What Happened: Martinez in his latest tweet, April 25, highlighted two sell signals on the Bitcoin 12-hour chart: a death cross between the 50 and 100 Simple Moving Average (SMA) and a red 9 candlestick from the TD Sequential.

Bitcoin Could Drop To These Two Levels If It Falls Below $63,300, Warns Technical Analyst

Increasing concerns about sticky inflation hit risk assets across all markets including cryptos.

Bitcoin Dips to $63K as Rate Cut Hopes Dim Following Disappointing U.S. Inflation Report

The U.S. SEC is again delaying a slew of proposals that would allow for options on spot bitcoin ETFs and asked for public input.

SEC delays decision on listing and trading spot bitcoin ETF options, asks for public comments

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is currently struggling to breach certain resistance levels to reach fresh highs, with analysts and traders expressing little optimism about its future performance. What Happened: Renowned crypto analyst DonAlt forecasted a complacency bounce for Bitcoin, predicting it will continue until the cryptocurrency is back above $68,000.

Bitcoin's 'Complacency Bounce' Could Precede 'Another 10%-20% Drop Soon,' Say Veteran Traders

According to recent data, transactions linked to the Runes protocol have been notably high in block utilization since its implementation on April 19. Figures from April 23 show that transactions involving Runes accounted for 81% of block usage on that day. In contrast, traditional financial activities constituted only 18.8% of the transactions processed.

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