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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.

Tether chief executive Paolo Ardoino is updating the quantity of Bitcoin (BTC) and other assets that the stablecoin issuer currently holds on its balance sheet. In a post on the social media platform X, Ardoino says Tether now holds over 82,000 Bitcoin, a stash worth approximately $5.8 billion at the prevailing BTC price.

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino Says Stablecoin Issuer Now Holds Over $5,800,000,000 in Bitcoin Reserves

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The Daily: DWF Labs dismisses partner amid drink spiking allegations, Bhutan's government moves $66 million in bitcoin to Binance and more

This morning, the Royal Government of Bhutan shifted $66.55 million worth of bitcoin (BTC) to Binance, according to onchain data. $66M in Bitcoin on the Move – Bhutan's Government's Crypto Strategy Unfolds The BTC transfer, initiated from Bhutan's government-linked crypto wallets, comes as the world's most popular cryptocurrency approaches its peak valuation.

Inside the Royal Government of Bhutan's Bold $66M Bitcoin Transfer — Strategic or Something More?

Bitcoin (BTC) has soared past the $72,000 mark, nearing all-time highs once again with over a quarter of a billion dollars in liquidations taking place in the process. According to crypto exchange data aggregator Coinglass, in the last 24 hours, $265,270,000 worth of positions have been liquidated, the vast majority being short positions on BTC.

Bitcoin Flies Past $72,000, Triggering $265,270,000 in Liquidations As Top Traders Declare BTC Bull Market Back

On Tuesday, bitcoin cracked past the $72K mark, inching closer to its all-time high in U.S. dollar terms. Bitcoin Price Rally Nears Peak, Traders See Liquidations in Millions Hitting an intraday high of $72,827, bitcoin surged 5.5% over the past 24 hours. As of 12:15 p.m. EDT, BTC is holding steady around $72,524 per coin.

Bitcoin Surpasses $72K Amid Surge in Global Trade Volume

A first hand look at the effects of Bhutan's Bitcoin policies.

Bhutan - Another Country Using Bitcoin To Escape Poverty

With bitcoin prices on the rise Tuesday, gold has achieved a historic peak, reaching $2,783 per ounce. Gold's Historic High Turns Heads This week, both crypto and precious metals markets are showing strong gains. Bitcoin (BTC) inches closer to its record high of $73.7K, last seen on Mar.

Gold Hits All-Time High, Bitcoin Nears Peak—Is This a Red Flag for Traditional Markets?

Ethereum

Grayscale Investments announced on Tuesday that its newly launched Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) exchange-traded products (ETPs) have attracted significant investor interest, recording inflows exceeding $750 million since their respective launches in July 2024. What Happened: The Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust (NYSE:BTC) and Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust (NYSE:ETH) are promoted as the world's lowest-fee ETPs in their categories, with annual expense ratios set at 0.15%.

Grayscale's Bitcoin, Ethereum Funds See $750M Inflows In 3 Months

Monday's spot crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF) data shows bitcoin (BTC) ETFs reeling in positive inflows of $479.35 million, while ether (ETH) ETFs experienced a slight decline. Bitcoin ETFs Absorb $479M Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been on a winning streak lately, scooping up significant inflows.

Bitcoin ETFs Score $479M in Inflows as Blackrock Surpasses 400,000 BTC

The broker initiated coverage of HIVE with an overweight rating and $9 price target.

Bitcoin Miner HIVE Digital Poised to Double Its Hashrate by Next Year; Initiate at 'Overweight:' Cantor

A recently disclosed public records request reveals contradictions between the number of visas issued under the ‘Adopting Bitcoin' program, which allowed millionaires to acquire Salvadoran nationality, and the numbers publicly disclosed on social media.

Public Records Inquiry Reveals the Failure of Salvadoran Bitcoin Millionaire Investor Visa Program

Venture capitalist and crypto veteran Chris Burniske believes Bitcoin (BTC) may be just days away from a massive breakout. Burniske says on the social media platform X that Bitcoin could have an explosive move in November, suggesting that the monthly timeframe chart of the flagship digital asset is turning bullish.

Investor Chris Burniske Says Bitcoin Could Print ‘One of Those Candles' Next Month – Here's What He Means

21 Million Fashion is a Bitcoin clothing brand that combines fashion and crypto – and gets the best of both.

21 Million Fashion Makes Bitcoin Clothes That Are Worth the Sats

Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, anticipates a surge in Chinese demand for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as Beijing leans towards aggressive monetary stimulus to combat the effects of its prolonged property crisis. What Happened: Hayes argues that China's adoption of quantitative easing (QE)—mirroring approaches used by the Federal Reserve and European Central Bank—will drive yuan debasement, making Bitcoin a more attractive option for wealth preservation.

Bitcoin Demand To Surge As China Implements 'Monetary Chemotherapy,' Arthur Hayes Predicts

The Stacks project, led by Princeton-educated computer scientist Muneeb Ali, says the upgrade will make transactions faster and "as irreversible as Bitcoin's."

Stacks, Prominent Bitcoin Layer-2 Project, Activates Long-Awaited 'Nakamoto' Upgrade

Dogecoin

Shiba Inu

Cat-themed coins like Mog Coin (CRYPTO: MOG) and Popcat (CRYPTO: POPCAT) are rallying as the broader altcoin market cheers Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) leap above $70,000. What Happened: Coinmarketcap data shows cat-themed tokens coins approaching a total market capitalization of $5 billion, up 9.3% over the past 24 hours.

Mog Coin, Popcat Outshine Dogecoin, Shiba Inu As Bitcoin Leapfrogs $71,000 — 'Buy The Cats And Wait The Months,' Trader Says

Miner Wars by GoMining is a GameFi approach to Bitcoin mining that has been steadily gaining traction since its beta release in mid September. Players can join or create clans to strategize and compete for BTC and GOMINING rewards while engaging in real-time battles that mirror actual block-solving on the Bitcoin blockchain.

Bitcoin Mining, Gamified: Inside Miner Wars and the GoMining Ecosystem With CPO Dan Otryvanoff

A leak has revealed China could be about to drop a $1.

Leak Reveals A $1.4 Trillion China Earthquake Could Be About To Hit Crypto As The Bitcoin Price Soars Over $70,000

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

First Mover Americas: BTC Jumps Above $71K, DOGE Leads Market Surge

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) is on the rise, breaking through the $69,000 resistance zone. This is the third time that Bitcoin has surpassed its current price level.

Bitcoin's Rise Has Surpassed $70,000 Peak

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) surpassed $71,500 during European daytime trading hours on Tuesday, driven by record-breaking ETF inflows and heightened market activity in derivatives. What Happened: This price surge, up 4.1% over the past 24 hours at the time of writing, comes as Bitcoin spot ETFs experienced an influx of $479 million on Oct. 28, led by BlackRock's ETF (NASDAQ:IBIT) with a $315.1 million addition, according to data from SoSo Value.

Bitcoin Clips $71,500 As Wall Street, ETF Inflows Fuel Bullish Momentum — What's Next?

Bitcoin is now trading above the $71,000 mark, signaling growing optimism among traders ahead of the U.S. elections in one week's time.

‘Trump trade' and derivatives market optimism help bitcoin gain ground ahead of US election: analysts

It's the first time Bhutan has sent bitcoin to an exchange since it deposited $24 million worth of the cryptocurrency to Kraken in July.

Bhutan government moves $66 million in bitcoin to Binance deposit address: Arkham

U.S. listed spot ETF inflows continue to break records, as CME open interest spikes in the past 24 hours.

Here's Three Reasons Why Bitcoin Futures Set Record Highs Amid Price Surge to $71K

The Bitcoin address last sent funds on Nov. 10, 2012, when the 749 BTC remaining balance was worth only around $8,000.

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