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.

Metaplanet created a Miami-based unit, Metaplanet Income Corp., to grow its bitcoin income and build on an overseas offering aimed at scaling its holdings.

Metaplanet sets up Miami subsidiary for bitcoin derivatives strategy

Metaplanet (3350), the largest bitcoin (BTC) treasury company in Japan, said it established two subsidiaries — one in Japan and one in the U.S. — and bought the bitcoin.jp domain name as it strengthens its commitment to the largest cryptocurrency.

Metaplanet Sets Up U.S., Japan Subsidiaries, Buys Bitcoin.jp Domain Name

While much of the attention from the crypto and traditional markets remains on the U.S., a recent analysis by a leading economist suggests it's time to look east.

Bitcoin Traders Should Pay Attention to Japan as Top Economist Warns of Debt Implosion

Economist Peter Schiff continued to question Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) lack of momentum on Monday, while stocks and gold surged to fresh record highs. Schiff Asks Why Bitcoin Hasn't Hit A New High In Over A Month In an X post, Schiff questioned why the Nasdaq Composite, gold and silver are hitting new highs "almost daily," while the apex cryptocurrency hasn't made a new high in more than a month.

Peter Schiff Again Asks Why Bitcoin Isn't Hitting New Highs Like Stocks, Gold, Miners ETF — Here Is What BTC Backers Are Saying

Despite record inflows in Bitcoin products, highlighting investor demand, directional signals for Bitcoin remain mixed due to low volatility.

Bitcoin ETFs Record Strongest Inflows Since July, Push Holdings to New High

A bitcoin whale woke up and transferred 1,000 BTC, worth about $116.6 million, for the first time since January 2014.

Bitcoin whale moves $116 million in BTC after 11-year dormancy

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Leading cryptocurrencies gained on Tuesday, as investors increased their risk appetite in anticipation of a 25-basis-point rate cut. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:25 p.m.

Bitcoin, XRP, Dogecoin Rise On Interest Rate Cut Hopes; Ethereum Trades Flat: Analytics Firm Pumps The Brakes On Rally Hype

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Asia Morning Briefing: BTC Traders Brace for Fed Cuts But Massive $4.5B Liquidity Tests Loom

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Hits $117,000 as Treasury Stocks Like MSTR, NAKA Collapse Bitcoin price is nearing $117,000 — but treasury stocks like MicroStrategy (NASDAQ: MSTR) and KindlyMD (NASDAQ: NAKA) are collapsing as dilution floods the market. The “paper bitcoin” era is officially over. This post Bitcoin Price Hits $117,000 as Treasury Stocks Like MSTR, NAKA Collapse first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Joakim Book.

Bitcoin Price Hits $117,000 as Treasury Stocks Like MSTR, NAKA Collapse

Strive's acquisition of True North ignites a bold expansion into bitcoin-focused media, treasury, and asset management, positioning the firm to dominate digital capital markets. True North Joins Strive as Media, Podcast, and Treasury Strategy Align Strive Inc. announced on Sept. 16 the acquisition of MSTR True North Inc.

Strive Acquires True North to Expand Bitcoin Treasury and Media Platform Reach

Markets have priced in a cut from the Federal Reserve. So will crypto markets lie flat for the rest of the week?

For Bitcoin Traders, Is a Fed Rate Cut Already Priced In?

Cryptocurrency markets are trading sideways one day ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $116,505.43 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $4,477.88 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $237.38 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $3.03 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.2676 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001319 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 101,022 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $194.31 million.

Bitcoin Steadies At $116,000 While XRP, Dogecoin Push Higher

Eric Trump, co-founder and chief strategy officer at American Bitcoin Corp. (NASDAQ:ABTC) has lauded blockchain adoption as the future of traditional finance. What Happened: Speaking on CNBC on Tuesday, Trump described Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as "modern-day gold," highlighting its security, liquidity, and role as a global hedge that has delivered strong long-term returns.

Eric Trump Announces American Bitcoin Launch, Lauds BTC As 'Modern-Day Gold'

The twelve-member Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will hold its closed-door two-day interest rate meeting on Tuesday, emerging Wednesday afternoon.

Bitcoin Inches Upward as Fed Interest Rate Decision Looms

Bitcoin treasury firms are losing their luster as share prices sag below a key threshold, TD Cowen analyst Lance Vitanza shared in a note.

Bears Winning as 'Meaningful' Discount Emerges for 4 Bitcoin Treasury Firms: TD

Bitdeer (Nasdaq: BTDR) unveiled its Sealminer A3 line on Tuesday, pitching more terahash per watt for miners who count joules like pennies. Watt Watchers: Bitdeer's A3 Line Aims Straight at Opex According to the announcement shared with Bitcoin.

Terahash on a Diet: Bitdeer's New A3 Bitcoin Miner Cuts Watts for the Same Work

As the rising amount of merchants adopting Bitcoin builds, Bitcoin itself is poised to break the narrative that it only serves as a store of value.

The Rise Of Bitcoin As Money Continues: Becoming A Medium Of Exchange

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is hovering around $115,000 one day ahead of the much-anticipated interest rate decision by the Federal Reserve. What Happened: Santiment data on Tuesday noted that a 25-basis points rate cut is widely expected.

Bitcoin Sees 64% Bullish Sentiment—But Federal Reserve Meeting Looms Ominously

Venezuela tensions rise as Bitcoin traders eye Fed decision amid U.S. vessel strikes and warnings of potential market volatility ahead.

Bitcoin Goes Slack as US Strike on Venezuela Sparks Turmoil Ahead of Fed Meeting

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Poised for Breakout as Volatility Hits Historic Lows Bitcoin price signals a massive move as volatility drops to record lows, with derivatives and seasonal trends pointing to a sharp Q4 rally. This post Bitcoin Price Poised for Breakout as Volatility Hits Historic Lows first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Matt Crosby.

Bitcoin Price Poised for Breakout as Volatility Hits Historic Lows

Bitcoin ETFs recorded a sixth straight day of inflows with $260 million, while ether ETFs notched their fifth consecutive positive day with $360 million. The streak underscores surging investor appetite across both leading digital-asset funds.

Crypto ETFs Stay Hot: Bitcoin and Ether Funds Pull in Over $600 Million Combined

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Bitcoin Again Runs Into 2017-21 Trendline, SOL Flashes 'Shooting Star' Warning

Fundstrat's Tom Lee predicts crypto could make “monster” moves in the coming months as Federal Reserve rate cuts provide tailwinds, while Standard Chartered analyst Geoff Kendrick says Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) treasury companies have the “highest probability of being sustainable” compared to Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) rivals. What Happened: Speaking on CNBC as Fundstrat marked its 11th anniversary on Monday, Lee described the market as "mid-cycle" rather than late-stage.

Tom Lee Predicts Bitcoin, Ethereum 'Monster Move' In Q4

Bitcoin is trading at $115,329 with a market capitalization of $2.29 trillion. Over the past 24 hours, bitcoin saw a trading volume of $38.62 billion, moving within a tight intraday price range of $114,509 to $115,995, reflecting ongoing indecision in the market.

Bitcoin Price Watch: Will Bulls Regain Control Above $116K?

Nakamoto, the bitcoin treasury company led by David Bailey has suffered a 50% share price crash in what could be the start of a bitcoin price “death spiral"

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