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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.

The integration allows BOB, a "hybrid L2," to use Bitcoin as its anchor chain where transactions with assets from other chains can be irreversibly recorded.

'DeFi on Bitcoin' Gets a Boost as BOB L2 Integrates $6B BTC Staking Protocol Babylon

Dogecoin

Bitcoin dropped after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the central bank would cut interest rates at a slower pace in the new year.

Bitcoin, XRP and Dogecoin Fall Fast After Federal Reserve Cuts Rates

The draft executive order by the Bitcoin Policy Institute seeks to extend the conversations regarding the U.S. establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve. Establishing Bitcoin as a National Asset for Americans The Bitcoin Policy Institute has drafted an executive order for President Trump‘s consideration aimed at establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve.

Bitcoin Policy Institute Drafts Executive Order for US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

The price of bitcoin sailed past $100,000 in early December and was still up more than 130% year-to-date, as of Dec. 18.

Here's what to know before 'taking some risk off the table' with bitcoin profits, advisor says

From MicroStrategy splitting its stock to major banks acquiring crypto firms, bitcoin is about to enter its “Wall Street” era.

How Wall Street's Relationship With Bitcoin Will Transform in 2025: 5 Predictions

Editor's Note: The spelling of Michael Saylor's name has been corrected in the headline. Financial market commentator Peter Schiff on Tuesday criticized Michael Saylor's comparison of MicroStrategy Inc.‘s (NASDAQ:MSTR) debt-financed Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) buying strategy to Manhattan real estate.

Bitcoin Is No Manhattan Real Estate, Peter Schiff Challenges MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor: 'BTC Doesn't Generate Any Income' (CORRECTED)

The price of bitcoin, already lower from yesterday, dipped below $104,000 in the minutes following the announcement.

Fed Cuts Interest Rates by 25 Basis Points, Bitcoin Slips Below $104K on Hawkish Tone

The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points as expected, but Fed Chair Jerome Powell's hawkish press conference

Bitcoin Slips to $101K, Altcoins Spiraling on Federal Reserve's Hawkish Tone

MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) is doubling down on its strategy to maximize shareholder value through what Saylor calls “intelligent leverage.” The software-turned-Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) proxy firm has become a major player in the cryptocurrency market, attracting significant investor attention due to its bold approach to Bitcoin accumulation.

MicroStrategy Chairman Michael Saylor Eyes' Intelligent Leverage' With Bitcoin Purchases

The chief investment officer of crypto asset management firm Bitwise predicts Bitcoin will surge well beyond $200,000 if the US ever launches a BTC strategic reserve.

$200,000 Bitcoin Price Target To Look ‘Quaint' if US Government Launches BTC Reserve: Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan

The Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act seeks to incorporate bitcoin into the state's financial reserves while diversifying its investment portfolio. Rep. Merrin Wants Bitcoin in Ohio's State Treasury Ohio State Representative, Derek Merrin has introduced the Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act, a legislative bill granting the state treasury the authority to invest in bitcoin (BTC).

Ohio Representative Proposes Bitcoin Reserve Act

With Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) prices peaking to all-time high levels, MicroStrategy's (NASDAQ:MSTR) aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy has once again become a focal point in discussions among traders and analysts. What Happened: In a tweet on Monday, industry expert Alex Kolicich addressed common misconceptions about MSTR in a recent tweet, explaining that the stock is neither a leveraged nor a synthetic call option on Bitcoin.

MicroStrategy's Aggressive Bitcoin Strategy Raises Eyebrows In Crypto Community

According to a report from Blockspace Media, there's a new entity on the block that has quietly climbed to become the third-largest publicly listed mining firm in terms of hashrate.

From Chinese Car Firm to Crypto: Cango Quietly Becomes a Bitcoin Mining Giant

The overton window has officially shifted and Bitcoin is going mainstream.

BlackRock's New Bitcoin Ad Is A Monumental Paradigm Shift

QCP Capital has issued a cautious outlook for markets ahead of the Federal Reserve's final meeting of 2024, citing potential volatility amid decreasing liquidity and technical signals for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). The firm also noted growing optimism for crypto in 2025, fueled in part by speculation surrounding Donald Trump's return to office and emerging Bitcoin-related policy proposals, such as a draft Executive Order for a strategic Bitcoin reserve.

Bitcoin Bulls Should 'Stay The Course' Ahead Of Federal Reserve Meeting, Says QCP Capital

Bitcoin and ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) had a smashing day on Tuesday, gobbling up a collective total of $638.69 million in positive inflows. $639M Inflows Propel Bitcoin and Ethereum Funds U.S. crypto ETFs were on fire Tuesday with spot BTC ETFs hauling in $493.95 million and the ETH ETFs a bit further behind, capturing $144.

Crypto ETF Frenzy: Blackrock Dominates With Colossal $741M Bitcoin Inflow

President-elect Donald Trump on Monday met Crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek to discuss topics related to the digital asset industry, including reportedly a strategic Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) reserve. What Happened: The meeting focused on crafting a clear regulatory framework for digital assets and bolstering the U.S.'s leadership in crypto innovation, Bloomberg reported, citing a a person familiar with the discussion.

Donald Trump Reportedly Discussed Bitcoin Reserve In Meeting With Crypto․com CEO Kris Marszalek

Is adding Bitcoin to U.S. reserves a sign of weakness or strength? Let me tell you why Nic Carter has it all wrong.

Nic Carter Is Wrong About the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

SatLayer's integration with Sui is aimed at providing developers with a new way of leveraging Bitcoin to secure decentralized applications.

Bitcoin Restaking Comes to Sui with SatLayer Integration

Bitflow's automated market maker uses Stacks' Nakamoto upgrade with the aim of addressing some shortcomings inhibiting Runes trading.

Bitcoin's Memecoin-Like 'Runes' Get a Boost With AMM Launch on Stacks

"There are no politically acceptable solutions available to Trump to quickly bring about such change," the BitMex co-founder wrote.

US Likely Won't Purchase Bitcoin, But Arthur Hayes Isn't Worried

Ethereum

Markets are on edge ahead of the Federal Reserve's final meeting of 2024, with investor focus shifting to the central bank's projections for 2025 rate cuts rather than the widely expected 25-basis-point reduction. What Happened: The outcomes of the projections could trigger vastly different market reactions, from relief rallies to sharp declines.

Federal Reserve Meeting Preview: 3 Scenarios And What They Mean For Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP

17-year-old Ishaana Misra was awarded Chaincode Labs' inaugural Bitcoin Scholarship, making her the youngest ever contributor to Bitcoin Core.

Youngest Ever Bitcoin Core Contributor Gets Bitcoin Scholarship

A veteran trader known for accurately calling the crypto market collapse of May 2021 believes Bitcoin (BTC) is gearing up for an explosive move.

Bitcoin Closing In on Greater Move to Massive Price Target, According to Trader Who Called 2021 Market Collapse

Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America's most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from last week. This edition examines how El Salvador might leverage its newfound gold reserves to increase its bitcoin stash, becoming richer in just one trade.

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