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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.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is closing in on the $100,000 psychological milestone, backed by bullish chart patterns and strong market fundamentals. What Happened: As Bitcoin clocked a new all-time high above $98,000, analyst Ali Martinez says $100,000 may happen on Thursday, based on the apex crypto breaking out of a bull flag chart pattern.

Bitcoin Close To $100,000 — Could It Happen Today?

The Bitcoin Pi Cycle Top Indicator has flawlessly identified every market cycle peak in Bitcoin's history. With its unique mathematical foundation and historical accuracy, could it predict the next top as Bitcoin evolves into a more mature market?

The Bitcoin Pi Cycle Top Indicator: How to Accurately Time Market Cycle Peaks

Options on investment titan BlackRock's spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) debuted on the Nasdaq on Wednesday. In a post on social media platform X, Bloomberg Intelligence ETF analyst James Seyffart says options on BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) saw nearly $1.9 billion in notional exposure on day one of trading.

First Day of BlackRock's IBIT ETF Options Sees $1,900,000,000 in Exposure: Bloomberg Analyst

Core Scientific is converting its cryptocurrency mining campus in Denton, Texas, into a $6.1 billion data center hub for artificial intelligence (AI) workloads, signaling a shift in its business strategy amid increasing demand for AI-driven computing. Core Scientific's Denton Campus to Host $6.

From Bitcoin to AI: Core Scientific's $6.1 Billion Denton Transformation

The current market structure shows interesting divergences from previous cycles.

Bitcoin dominance hits 57% as its price rises past the $90,000 level

Dubbed "smart money" of late, retail bitcoiners are starting to sell, but exchange balances are falling, suggesting plenty of buyers.

Bitcoin Retail Investor Selling Signals Coming Pullback, but There Might be a Catch

On Thursday, bitcoin (BTC) hit $98,367 per coin before sliding to $96,524. That same day, a dormant whale from 2016 stirred after eight years, spending a hefty 500 BTC, now valued at $48.26 million. Long-Term Holders Come out of the Woodwork Long-term holders (LTHs) are stepping into the spotlight as bitcoin's price ascends.

Dormant Bitcoin Whale Awakens: 500 BTC Moved After 8 Years, $5.7M Sent to Gemini

Bitcoin's largest corporate treasury holder opened at an all-time high, then fell, then rebounded after BTC swung closer to $100K than ever.

MicroStrategy Hits All-Time High Price After Bitcoin Tops $98,000

2024 has been a year of significant progress for the crypto industry, as bitcoin adoption has reached new heights and regulatory clarity has emerged. In this wrap-up, we will take a closer look at the key events and trends that have shaped the crypto space.

Crypto for Advisors: 2024 - Bitcoin's Year?

Citron Research has taken a short position in MicroStrategy , the company said in a post on social media platform X on Thursday.

Citron Research discloses short position in bitcoin buyer MicroStrategy

Macro investor Jim Bianco, president of Bianco Research, has sparked a heated debate on Twitter about the potential long-term value of Bitcoin and its implications for the global economy. What Happened: Responding to the prediction of MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) executive chairman Michael Saylor that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could hit $13 million by 2045, Bianco noted in a post on X on Thursday that this valuation would put Bitcoin's market cap at around $250 trillion.

Michael Saylor Predicted Bitcoin To Hit $13 Million — If It Happens, It Will Entail 'Massive Hyperinflation,' Analyst Warns

Bitcoin's 46% surge in the past month, compared to gold's 3% decline, underscores a shift in investor preferences, according to analysts.

Gold loses luster as institutional demand fuels bitcoin price surge, analysts say

Sure, there might be sell-offs, but we're far from peak Bitcoin.

The Chart That Shows Bitcoin's Bull Run Won't Stop at $100,000

The bitcoin miner formerly known as Marathon Digital holds 26,747 bitcoin on its balance sheet, as of Oct. 31. 2024.

MARA's stock jumps after raising $1 billion via convertible notes to buy more bitcoin

Polymarket bettors are speculating on Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) performance this November, with sharp focus on whether the cryptocurrency will surpass $100,000. Current predictions on the platform show a 79% chance that Bitcoin will breach this milestone, fueled by the asset's recent all-time high of $98,310 and growing optimism in the market.

Bitcoin Price Hitting $100,000 In November? Polymarket Traders Speculate It Might Go Even Higher

Bitcoin (BTC) continues to smash new lifetime price highs and long-term holders are starting to awake from slumber, according to Glassnode's recent analysis. Institutional Investors Anchor Bitcoin's Ascent as Analysts Warn of Profit-Driven Sell-Offs Glassnode and analysts Cryptovizart and Ukuria OC reported that this month's surge was driven by capital inflows of $62.

Bitcoin Breaks All-Time Price Highs: Long-Term Holders Stir as Institutional Demand Surges

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for November 21, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin at $100K Sounds Nice, but Expect Pullback

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) reached a historic milestone, with a total net asset value of $100 billion across the 12 ETFs. Bitcoin ETFs Hit $100 Billion, Representing 5.

Bitcoin ETFs Hit Historic $100 Billion Milestone in Net Asset Value

Ethereum

The Ether-to-Bitcoin price ratio has fallen to 0.032, marking its lowest point since March 2021, as Bitcoin continues its upward trajectory, recently surpassing $97,700.

Ethereum-Bitcoin Price Ratio Hits Lowest Level Since March 2021

A long-dormant Bitcoin whale suddenly moved more than $35 million worth of BTC after sitting on it for nearly 12.5 years. The crypto tracker Whale Alert notes the unknown address moved 400 BTC worth $35.84 million to another unknown wallet on Sunday.

Bitcoin Address Wakes Up After Lying Low for Over 12 Years, Moves $35,843,512 in BTC at 1,667,815% Profit

As Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) hit a new all-time high of $98,310 on Thursday morning during European trading hours, he total net asset value of U.S. Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has exceeded $100 billion, a milestone achieved in just 10 months since their launch in January. What Happened: Over the past three days, Bitcoin spot ETFs have seen $1.84 billion in net inflows, reflecting strong investor confidence.

Bitcoin Hits New All-Time High Above $98,000 As Spot ETFs Crack $100 Billion Net Asset Value Milestone

Bitcoin (BTC) achieved a historic milestone, reaching an all-time high of $98,367 per coin, just 1.66% shy of the coveted $100,000 mark. Bitcoin Approaches $100K, Eyes Market Milestone On Thursday morning at 6 a.m. Eastern Time, the leading cryptocurrency bitcoin (BTC) rose 5.2% against the U.S. dollar in the past 24 hours and 7.

Bitcoin Hits $98,367 Lifetime High, Nears $2 Trillion Market Cap

Artificial intelligence (AI) darling Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA) beat expectations yet again with impressive third-quarter revenue and earnings reported after Wednesday's market close. What happened: The world's most valuable company disclosed third-quarter revenue of $35.1 billion and earnings per share of 81 cents, both beating analysts' estimates.

Nvidia Vs. Bitcoin: Jensen Huang-Led Chip Giant's Stock Outperformed The Top Cryptocurrency Over 5 Years. Here's How They Compare On Other Metrics

MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) was up by 8.45% during pre-market hours on Thursday as Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) approached $98,000 mark, according to Benzinga Pro. The company also announced on Wednesday that it would increase its convertible senior notes offering to $2.6 billion from the initial $1.75 billion.

MSTR Climbs Over 8% In Thursday Pre-Market As Bitcoin Approaches $98,000: Michael Saylor's Company Has More Than Doubled The Investors' Wealth Since Trump's Victory

Bitcoin has added $30,000 since Donald Trump won the U.S. presidential election and closing in on a $2 trillion market cap.

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