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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.

Former United States president Donald Trump commented on bitcoin {{BTC}} during an interview on CNBC, stating that he's not sure he'd want to take bitcoin away if he became president.

Donald Trump Sounds More Constructive on Bitcoin

The software firm, founded by staunch bitcoin advocate Michael Saylor, now holds 205,000 BTC worth around $14.7 billion.

MicroStrategy Acquires 12,000 BTC With Convertible Senior Notes Proceeds

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for March 11, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Surpasses $71K, Reaches All-Time High

Notional open interest refers to the dollar value of the active or open futures contracts at a given time.

Bitcoin CME Futures' Open Interest Reaches Record High of $10B

Michael Saylor-led MicroStrategy Inc . (NASDAQ:MSTR) said it has raised $800 million by selling convertible notes — essentially special loans that can be converted into company stock later.

MicroStrategy Raises $800M To Buy More Bitcoin Amid Sizzling Rally: What Investors Need To Know

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The London Stock Exchange (LSE) has announced plans to accept applications for Bitcoin and Ether crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs) in the second quarter of 2024.

London Stock Exchange To Accept Bitcoin and Ethereum ETNs Applications Starting Next Quarter

Bitcoin's price on Monday, March 11, 2024, shows a bullish trend is undeniably in the air. The day unfurled with bitcoin dancing between $67,785 and $71,837, revealing a bullish sentiment amidst traders. This swing is underpinned by a robust market capitalization of $1.4 trillion, with a notable 24-hour trading volume of $48.50 billion.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Oscillators and Averages Signal Strong Upward Momentum

Bitcoin soared to a new record high Monday morning, topping $71,000 for the first time amid increasing institutional acceptance and continuing an impressive rally that has pulled the market back from the depths of a deep “crypto winter” that has hampered momentum for years following a series of major crashes and scandals in recent years.

Bitcoin Hits New Record High Above $71,000 As Crypto Rally Continues

It has to do with the Bitcoin network's finite block space and the fact that the halving is scheduled to occur at an exact block height—not a date.

Why the Bitcoin Halving Is Sooner Than You Think

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) surged past the $70,000 mark early Monday, reversing some recent minor losses and setting a new all-time high. This signals a robust uptrend in the cryptocurrency market.

Bitcoin Blasts Past $70,000, Ethereum Breaks $4K Barrier: What's Driving Crypto Higher?

The newborn nine spot bitcoin ETFs also topped $20 billion worth of inflows on Friday, with net inflows now totaling over $9.5 billion.

BlackRock's IBIT spot bitcoin ETF inflows cross $10 billion, newborn nine exceed $20 billion

Bitcoin has crossed over the $71,000 mark, surpassing silver to become the eighth largest asset by market cap.

Bitcoin surpasses silver to become the eighth largest asset by market cap

The BlackRock iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) has amassed a larger quantity of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) than MicroStrategy (MSTR) in less than two months since its inception. What Happened: According to a recent disclosure by the fund, IBIT held 195,985 BTC on Friday, following a series of significant inflows.

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Beats MicroStrategy In BTC Holdings In Just Two Months Of Launch

The Financial Conduct Authority said Monday that it wouldn't object to requests from recognized investment exchanges to create crypto-backed exchange traded notes, or ETNs.

Bitcoin hits fresh record high above $71,000 as UK opens the door to crypto exchange-traded products

It's a milestone that Bitcoin has seen often since the beginning of March. It was only Friday afternoon when Bitcoin broke above $70,000 for the first time ever.

Bitcoin Flips Silver as It Breaks Above $71,000 for First Time Ever

Billionaire Bill Ackman says that Bitcoin's (BTC) potential could be limitless in the case of an economic collapse. In a new thread on the social media platform X, the chief executive of hedge fund Pershing Square Capital Management says that the crypto king could create an endless loop that sees its price go up infinitely.

Billionaire Bill Ackman Says Bitcoin Could Skyrocket ‘To Infinity' in Economic Collapse Scenario

The KOSPI trading volume recorded 11.4794 trillion won on Mar.8, compared to nearly 12 trillion won on local crypto exchanges on Sunday.

Bitcoin Surge Sees Crypto Trading Volumes Exceed the Stock Market in South Korea

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Shiba Inu

In the first two months of 2024, the cryptocurrency community has been hit with a staggering $104 million in losses due to phishing incidents. The majority of the victims were Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) users, who accounted for $78 million of the losses.

Crypto Community Lost Staggering $104M In Bitcoin, Dogecoin, Shiba Inu Phishing Scams In 2024: Ethereum Users Hit The Hardest

Indian cryptocurrency investment platform Mudrex will offer U.S. spot-bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to Indian investors, both institutions and retailers, CEO and co-founder Edul Patel said.

Indian Crypto Investment Platform Mudrex to Offer U.S. Bitcoin ETFs to Indian Investors

Such crypto ETNs would allow investors to trade securities that track crypto assets on the exchange during London trading hours.

London Stock Exchange to start accepting bitcoin, ether ETN applications in Q2

Bitcoin's price soared to an all-time high, surpassing the $71,000 mark and peaking at $71,180 during early European trading. This reflects the sustained interest and optimism in bitcoin, which was boosted by the inauguration of new spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds that have facilitated greater investor access to the digital asset.

Bitcoin Climbs Beyond $71,000 Setting New All-Time High

Bitcoin's price has reached a new all-time high, surpassing the $71,000 mark with the rally still in progress. Over a period of six days, the world's leading cryptocurrency has seen a more than 40% increase in value, bringing it close to surpassing the $72,000 threshold.

Bitcoin Pushes Past $71,000 to Make a New All-Time High

Bitcoin's price is entering unfamiliar territory as it heads toward new all-time highs after a break above $70,000.

Bitcoin breaks through $71,000 to fresh highs

03/011 update below. This post was originally published on March 10

‘Just The Beginning'—Bitcoin ‘Tipping Point' Suddenly Powers Price To Fresh All-Time High Over $70,000 Amid Ethereum And XRP ETF Speculation

The leading cryptocurrency had crossed $70,000 for the first time ever last week.

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