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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 reached a peak of $103,647 on Dec. 5, just a day after crossing the $100,000 mark for the first time. By 3:30 p.m. ET, it dipped to a low of $97,917 per unit. Crypto Frenzy Cools: Bitcoin Nosedives After Historic $103K Peak Bitcoin's dramatic climb began on Dec.

Market Whiplash: Bitcoin Hits $103K, Then Crashes Under $98K

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Cryptocurrency markets saw highly volatile trading on Thursday, with Bitcoin first crossing the $100,000 milestone but falling back to a low of $98,000 in the afternoon. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $98,600 -0.2% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,815 -1.8% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $232.2 -0.9% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.4302 +2.0% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00003047 +0.6% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 3.2% and daily active addresses falling by 3.4%.

Bitcoin Breaks $100,000, Falls Back Below, Ethereum, Dogecoin Follow Lower: A 'Scam Dump' To Wipe Out Leverage?

So much for $100K: Bitcoin fell under the milestone mark Thursday and then dipped below $99,000, leaving liquidated positions in its wake.

Bitcoin Price Falls Under $100,000 as Historic Surge Cools—And Longs Get Rekt

Digital assets manager Hashnote on Thursday announced it has integrated with Core, a Proof of Stake (PoS) Layer for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), to offer investors enhanced yield on Bitcoin holdings. This collaboration introduces a mechanism that allows Bitcoin holders to earn higher returns without additional credit or custody risks.

Hashnote Integrates Core's Dual Staking For Enhanced Bitcoin Yields

Bitcoin (BTC) shattered the $100,000 milestone for the first time after President-elect Donald Trump announced his new pick to chair the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). According to a new report by AP News, Trump has picked former SEC Commissioner and current Patomak Partners chief executive Paul Atkins to head the regulatory agency.

Bitcoin (BTC) Smashes Through $100,000 Following Trump's Pick of Paul Atkins for SEC Chair

Nasdaq-listed auto parts firm Worksport said Thursday that it would buy $5 million in Bitcoin and XRP as a diversification strategy.

Another Publicly Traded Firm Is Putting Bitcoin in Its Treasury—XRP Too

Bitcoin broke the $100,000 barrier on Dec. 4, hitting an all-time high of $103,647 the next day, sending waves of excitement through the crypto world. Crypto Industry Execs Weigh in on the Six-Digit Crypto Milestone This long-awaited achievement lit up social media, as fans and industry insiders celebrated the milestone.

Bitcoin at $100K: Industry Voices Say ‘This Is Just the Beginning'

American entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano on Thursday celebrated Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) historic rise to $100,000 while urging the community to help others learn about the cryptocurrency. What Happened: In a passionate video message to his YouTube subscribers, Pompliano emphasized the importance of sharing knowledge and fostering a culture of education as Bitcoin cements its place in the global financial landscape.

Anthony Pompliano Says Countries Are 'Going To FOMO' Into Buying Bitcoin

"Fade the McRib at your own expense," one believer told Decrypt. Why the fan-favorite McDonald's sandwich is seen as a Bitcoin price signal.

More Than a Meme? Bitcoin Tops $100K as the McRib Returns

Anthony Scaramucci, founder and managing partner of SkyBridge Capital, reaffirmed his bullish stance on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), citing its potential to surge further. What Happened: Reacting to skepticism from traditional financial figures, Scaramucci stated in a post on X on Thursday: "The fact that some finance aristocrats still thumb their nose at Bitcoin means we still have plenty of room to run.

Anthony Scaramucci Claps Back At Bitcoin Naysayers, Says There's 'Plenty Of Room To Run:' Is His $150,000 Prediction Within Reach?

The following article is adapted from The Block's newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

The Daily: Bitcoin breaks $100K, Emergence discussions and more

After BTC hit $100,000, growing from zero to $2 trillion in a decade and a half, CoinDesk rounded up reactions — from believers and skeptics — to the milestone.

Bitcoin at $100K: The Financial World Reacts

Bitcoin (NASDAQ:BTC) could reach an impressive $200,000 by the end of 2025, driven by surging institutional inflows and greater adoption by traditional financial institutions, according to Standard Chartered‘s Geoffrey Kendrick. What Happened: Kendrick highlighted the robust institutional demand that has propelled Bitcoin past the $100,000 mark this year, with expectations for even greater momentum in the years ahead.

Bitcoin Set To Hit $200,000 By End Of 2025, Says Standard Chartered

Whoa, if you think Bitcoin hitting $100K is the peak, think again — with what's ahead in 2025, we're just getting started folks!

$100,000 Bitcoin Price Is Just The Beginning

A Nayib Bukele Bitcoin meme posted by El Salvador's Bitcoin Office went viral in Guatemala last month, and, from what I'm told, it's prompted the powers that be in the country to begin doing their homework on Bitcoin so to craft better policy around the asset.

The Guatemalan Government Is Taking A Closer Look At Bitcoin — All Because Of A Meme

CryptoQuant data shows a notable increase in the "long-term holder spent output profit" ratio, which measures their profit level.

CryptoQuant reports long-term bitcoin holder profit-taking as price pulls back from new all-time high

AI-focused Ethereum layer-2 Mode is the latest network to bridge to Bitcoin in an attempt to get access to deep wells of liquidity held in BTC.

Everyone Wants a Piece of the Bitcoin Pie, Now the AI Bots Are Coming for It Too

Once questioned for its legitimacy, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has now grown to be the world's tenth-largest currency by market cap, with Michael Saylor calling it "global capital." What Happened: In a Fox Business interview on Wednesday, MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) executive chairman Michael Saylor elaborated on the company's Bitcoin strategy and his bold prediction that Bitcoin could reach $13 million per coin by 2045.

Bitcoin Is 'Global Capital', Says Michael Saylor: 'Every Nation That Respects Property Rights Is Going To Support BTC'

Roger Ver, a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency world known as “Bitcoin Jesus,” has filed a motion to dismiss an eight-count U.S. tax indictment, claiming unconstitutional government overreach and misuse of evidence. Roger Ver Seeks Dismissal of U.S.

Court Filing: Bitcoin Advocate Roger Ver Argues Government Overreach in Tax Case, Seeks Dismissal

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump took credit Thursday for Bitcoin hitting the $100,000 milestone, following a pro-crypto campaign.

'You're Welcome': Trump Takes Credit for Bitcoin Reaching $100K Milestone

Flightless? Hardly. The Pudgy Penguins collection has soared to a new all-time high in U.S. dollars as the NFT market shows signs of life.

Pudgy Penguins Hit All-Time High Price as NFTs Rebound With Bitcoin Above $100K

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) surge past $100,000 on Thursday coincided with McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) reintroduction of its fan-favorite McRib sandwich, reviving a pattern observed in previous years. What Happened: According to crypto analyst internbrah, Bitcoin has historically doubled in price following the McRib's return.

Bitcoin Breaks $100,000 As McDonald's Brings Back The McRib: Buy Signal Or Spurious Correlation?

Discover key insights and trends from a historic month for Bitcoin in the free Bitcoin Report. Don't miss out—read now!

The Month Bitcoin Shattered Records – Dive into The Bitcoin Report!

We are now approaching the top of crypto. While some say there is no top to bitcoin, most would agree there is and where that top is, is now the key call.

Bitcoin Above $100,000: What Next?

Bitcoin smashed past a wall of standing sell orders yesterday to reach $100,000. What do order books look like now?

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