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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.

When it comes to safely holding large amounts of bitcoin, HODLers have different options at their disposal: multisig, SSS, MPC and singelsig. How are the wealthiest securing their stack?

How do the Wealthiest Bitcoin Holders Secure their Bitcoin?

A widely followed crypto analyst is warning of an imminent Bitcoin (BTC) correction based on historical market cycles. Pseudonymous crypto trader Rekt Capital tells his 424,500 followers on the social media platform X that Bitcoin will enter the so-called “danger zone” today, when it might undergo a significant correction.

Bitcoin ‘Danger Zone' Imminent As BTC Reaches Point of Market Cycle Historically Correlated With Correction: Analyst

Shares in MicroStrategy were down 13% on Tuesday as bitcoin fell after the company announced it had completed a $603.75 million convertible debt offering - its second in a week - to raise money to buy bitcoin.

MicroStrategy shares fall 13% after convertible deal for bitcoin purchases

Recipients will use the grants to focus on Lightning Network development, decentralized communications, and more.

Human Rights Foundation Grants $500,000 To 14 Bitcoin Projects Worldwide

Bernstein analysts expect further consolidation ahead of Bitcoin's halving event in April, with the bull market then continuing.

Bernstein analysts see bitcoin ‘dip buying opportunity' ahead of the halving

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) moved lower, with the cryptocurrency prices trading below the key $64,000 level on Tuesday. Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) also recorded losses, trading below the key $3,300 mark this morning.

Bitcoin Falls Below $64,000 Ahead Of Fed Meeting; dogwifhat, Theta Network Among Top Losers

Japan's Government Pension Investment Fund, one of the world's largest pension portfolios, has recently shown interest in exploring bitcoin. On March 19, GPIF unveiled plans to devise new long-term investment policies aimed at adapting to the rapid technological changes and shifts within traditional finance.

Japan's Trillion Dollar Pension Fund Considers Bitcoin For Diversification

BlackRock Managing Director Tony Ashraf explained the company is seeing three key areas that are driving demand from its clients.

BlackRock Managing Director says spot bitcoin ETFs are satisfying ‘pent-up demand'

The crash lasted a few minutes, but was followed by a short panic episode that cause BTC to drop near 7% on the global markets after the news spread.

Bitcoin Flash Crash Below $9K on BitMEX Prompts 'Unusual Activity' Investigation

Securing your bitcoin private keys is no simple task, and users need to select between software wallets, paper wallets, hardware wallets and even “brain wallets.” Here is 8 reasons to stick with hardware when securing your stack.

8 Reasons to use a Bitcoin Hardware Wallet

Each stablecoin mint of PUSD is required to have a 110% collateral ratio.

Palladium and Botanix Labs Launches Bitcoin-native Stablecoin on Bitcoin's First EVM Layer 2

On Tuesday, the business intelligence firm Microstrategy announced it completed a $603.75 million offering of convertible senior notes due 2031. After the announcement, Microstrategy's founder Michael Saylor announced the company acquired 9,245 bitcoin for $623 million using the proceeds and excess cash.

Microstrategy Expands Bitcoin Holdings: Acquires 9,245 BTC After Successful Convertible Note Sale

The bitcoin mining software and services company partnered with Bitnomial to offer cash-settled hashrate futures.

Luxor Looks to Help Bitcoin Miners Hedge Halving Risk With New Hashrate Futures

The contract size for Hashrate Futures will be 1 PH and contracts will have monthly durations.

Luxor and Bitnomial Launch First Ever Bitcoin Hashrate Futures

MicroStrategy has continued expanding its bitcoin holdings, announcing the purchase of approximately 9,245 bitcoins for around $623 million in cash.

Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy Acquired an Additional 9,245 BTC

MicroStrategy now holds approximately 214,246 BTC ($13.5 billion), which is more than 1% of all the 21 million bitcoin that will ever exist.

Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy Acquired Another 9,245 BTC For $623M

The Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF) of Japan, recognized as the world's largest pension fund, is reportedly exploring Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as a potential asset for diversification. This development comes amid a significant rally in the cryptocurrency's value.

World's Largest Pension Fund Eyes Bitcoin For Portfolio Diversification

Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy acquired 9,245 more bitcoins for $623 million in cash, increasing its total bitcoin holdings to 214,246 BTC.

MicroStrategy now holds over 1% of bitcoin's total supply after latest purchase

Bitcoin extended its slide on Tuesday, dropping more than $10,000 from its all-time high last week.

Bitcoin briefly slumps below $63,000 after topping a record $73,000 last week

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) prices took a tumble on Tuesday morning, dipping below $63,000 and dragging the entire cryptocurrency market down with it. This sudden drop resulted in an 8% decline in total market capitalization within a 24-hour period.

Bitcoin Plunges Below $63,000, Triggers Market-Wide Crypto Selloff

Andy Thompson, a trailblazer in the bitcoin economy as the co-founder of Bitcoin Talent Co, challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding the tech layoffs over the past year. "Tech layoffs are often seen as a reflection of a bad economy, but the reality is more complex," Thompson explained.

Despite Bitcoin's Soaring Price, Some Companies Still Struggle To Hire

The temporary drop below $9,000 on its BTC-USDT spot market did not impact the platform's derivative markets, BitMEX said.

Bitcoin flash crash below $9,000 on BitMEX's USDT spot market had no impact on derivatives, exchange says

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for March 19, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Slumps, Liquidations Surge

Renowned economist Peter Schiff has issued a warning to Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) holders, predicting a larger crash in the cryptocurrency's value. What Happened: In a tweet on Monday, Schiff reminded Bitcoin holders of the currency's significant drop in value from November 2021 to a year later.

Fierce Bitcoin Critic Peter Schiff Warns 'An Even Bigger Crash Likely Lies Ahead' For King Crypto

On Tuesday, the value of bitcoin fell to a low of $62,355, experiencing a decline of over 7% against the U.S. dollar in the last 24 hours and a decrease of 12.4% in the past week.

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