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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 dropped 7.8% to $59,215 at 8:50 pm GMT on June 24.

Bitcoin drops 7.8% to below $60,000

In the face of a significant drop in Bitcoin's price, “Rich Dad Poor Dad” author Robert Kiyosaki remains unfazed and plans to increase his cryptocurrency holdings. Currently, Bitcoin (BTC) is seeing a 5.5% drop in the last 24 hours, trading at around $52,300.

Robert Kiyosaki Remains Bullish Despite Bitcoin Crash, Nearing $59,000, Says It Is Similar Warren Buffett's Strategy – 'Buy And Hold Forever'

Kaiko, a leading cryptocurrency market data analytics firm, has found that cryptocurrency users in Latin America prefer stablecoins over bitcoin. In its most recent Latam market report, issued in June, Kaiko determined that 40% of the trading volumes involved Tether's USDT.

Kaiko Research: Latam Crypto Traders Prefer Stablecoins Over Bitcoin

Experts expressed optimism about Bitcoin layers and covenant technology driving future growth

The Evolving Bitcoin Layer Landscape

Canaccord Genuity said Bitcoin price volatility played a part in its revision, but still gives MSTR a buy rating.

Bitcoin Firm MicroStrategy's Price Target Cut—Here's Why

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) experienced a sharp decline on Monday, plummetting below the psychological barrier of $60,000, its lowest point since May. What Happened: According to market data, Bitcoin's price hit a troubling low of $59,809 per coin at 1:30 p.m.

Bitcoin Beat Down Below $60K, $360M In Liquidations

A closely followed crypto analyst says that one key indicator could be suggesting an incoming correction for Bitcoin (BTC). In a new video update, crypto strategist Benjamin Cowen tells his 802,000 YouTube subscribers that the price action of gold could be hinting at a large dip for the top crypto asset by market cap. .

Gold May Be Hinting at Incoming Bitcoin (BTC) Correction, According to Analyst Benjamin Cowen

The founder of venture capital firm Pomp Investments, Anthony Pompliano, is predicting Bitcoin (BTC) will see a boost from artificial intelligence (AI) over the next decade. In a new interview on CNBC Television, Pompliano says that the wealth generated from the AI sector could funnel into Bitcoin as a preferred store-of-value asset.

AI and Bitcoin Are Part of Massive Decade-Long Trend, According to Anthony Pompliano – Here's Why

Riot has abandoned a proposal to absorb Canadian Bitcoin mining firm Bitfarms for $2.30 a share. But Riot is not giving up.

Bitcoin Miner Riot Attempts to Purge Bitfarms Board as Hostile Takeover Bid Fails

Bruno Vaccotti, Head of Public Affairs of Penguin, a bitcoin mining company, has referred to the existence of what he called “vulture contracts,” and its effects on developing mining operations in Paraguay.

Insider: ‘Vulture Contracts' Affecting Bitcoin Mining Development in Paraguay

Metaplanet could soon scoop up another 100 BTC thanks to the latest price dip.

Japan's MicroStrategy Pops 9% After Announcing $6.2 Million Bond Sale to Buy Bitcoin

Bitcoin's price fell beneath the $60,000 mark on Monday, declining over 6% against the U.S. dollar. At 1:30 p.m. EDT on June 24, the currency's price hit an intraday low of $59,809 per coin.

Heavy Sell-Off Sees Bitcoin Drop Below $60K, Over $140M in BTC Longs Liquidated

A correction in Bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets is deepening after news that former crypto exchange Mt. Gox is following through with a plan to distribute roughly $9 billion worth of digital assets.

$313,090,000 in Liquidations Hits Crypto Markets As Bitcoin Touches $59,000 Following Mt. Gox Statement

10x Research on Monday raised concerns about Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) price trajectory, suggesting that the world's leading cryptocurrency could be on the verge of a significant downturn. In the report, lead analyst Markus Thielen pointed to a possible double top formation in Bitcoin's price chart, a pattern that often precedes a steep decline.

Bitcoin Slides Below $60K, Here's Why It Could Drop Further: 10x Research

As Mt. Gox creditors are promised their Bitcoin back, the market panics on fears that they'll dump it all into the market.

Bitcoin Price Falls Further as Crypto Liquidations Top $330 Million

Bitcoin experienced a pullback on Monday, dropping nearly 6% in midday trading, following MT. Gox's creditor distribution announcement.

Bitcoin price drops as investors ‘sell the news' on Mt. Gox repayment announcement, analyst says

MicroStrategy Incorporated (NASDAQ:MSTR) shares are trading lower Monday after the price of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) fell below $62,000. The Details: Last week, MicroStrategy announced it had acquired approximately 11,931 bitcoins for roughly $786 million in cash between April 27 and June 19 at an average price of about $65,883 per bitcoin.

What's Going On With MicroStrategy Stock As Bitcoin Falls?

The directors of Tokyo-based investment and consulting firm Metaplanet Inc. have approved the company's proposal to purchase Bitcoin worth $6.25 million using bond proceeds. Metaplanet clarified that the acquired cryptocurrency will be recorded at its acquisition cost for long-term holdings. The company's stock has surged by almost 500% since the beginning of the year.

Metaplanet Directors Approve BTC Acquisition Plan; Company's Stock up by Nearly 500% YTD

Riot Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:RIOT) has initiated a special shareholder meeting at Bitfarms Ltd. (NASDAQ:BITF), aiming to secure votes for three new board members as part of its strategy to acquire the competing Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) mining firm.

Bitcoin Miner Wars: Riot Platforms Pursues Board Changes At Bitfarms

Prices are sharply lower on Monday after the trustee for the defunct crypto exchange said it will begin returning more than 140,000 bitcoin to clients whose assets were stolen in a 2014 hack.

Bitcoin Threatens $60K on Mt. Gox News, but Sales Could be Less Than Feared

Ethereum

Bernstein analysts suggest that if election sentiment shifts more Republican, crypto could become a primary “Trump trade.” What Happened: In a note to clients on Monday, analysts Gautam Chhugani and Mahika Sapra highlighted a recent downturn in market sentiment following significant Bitcoin ETF euphoria, The Block reported.

Why Bitcoin, Ethereum Could Become A 'Trump Trade' Later This Year: Bernstein

While U.S. federal regulators, including the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Federal Reserve, have identified concerns with the crisis management tactics of four banks, in a recent interview with Kitco, market strategist Gareth Soloway expressed concerns. Soloway suggests something is “amiss” in the U.S.

Analyst Warns of US Banking Sector Troubles, Foresees Stock Market and Bitcoin Slide

The funding came from Coatue Management, which is also an investor in CoreWeave, a cloud-computing firm looking to take over miner Core Scientific.

Hut 8 Receives $150M Investment as Thirst for Energy Brings AI Firms to Bitcoin Miners

Hut 8 Corp (NASDAQ:HUT) shares are rising Monday while other Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) mining stocks fall alongside the price of bitcoin. Hut 8 on Monday announced a $150 million strategic investment to build a next generation AI infrastructure platform.

What's Going On With Shares Of Bitcoin Miner Hut 8 Today?

Hut 8 has secured a sizable investment from Coatue to leverage its data center portfolio to help meet growing AI compute demands.

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