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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.

He tried to sue the local council for not responding to his requests to search the site, but the case was dismissed by a judge in January.

U.K. Man Wants to Buy Landfill Site in Search for Lost $784M of Bitcoin: Report

The cryptocurrency rebounded above $97,000 as trading volume surged over 60% after a somewhat slower Superbowl weekend. Bitcoin Tops $97K After Superbowl Weekend Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $97,594.51 at the time of reporting, reflecting a 1.49% increase over the past 24 hours and a 2.

Bitcoin Climbs Above $97K as Trade Volume Surges

Japan is mulling over presenting cryptocurrencies as securities-like financial products to mandate companies to reveal more details and safeguard investors. Crypto Assets to be Classified as Financial Products to Protect Investors Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA) is considering significant reforms to its crypto regulations, aiming to classify crypto assets as financial products akin to securities.

Japan Wants to Classify Crypto Assets As Financial Products and Lift Ban on Bitcoin ETFs

Cryptocurrency analyst Benjamin Cowen sees recent labor market data and inflation expectations potentially having significant implications for Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) price trajectory in the near term. What Happened: In a podcast on Feb. 9, Cowen highlighted the unexpected drop in the U.S. unemployment rate to 4% and a sharp increase in inflation expectations as key factors that could influence Bitcoin's performance.

Bitcoin Teetering Around $97,000: What Does Technical Analysis Say?

James Howells is attempting to buy the landfill site he thinks still holds a hard drive containing a lost fortune of £620 million in bitcoin.

Brit hunts for lost $768 million bitcoin treasure, seeks to buy garbage dump: BBC

Gold has surged to a new all-time high, outperforming bitcoin year-to-date, as central banks continued aggressive purchases.

Gold reaches all-time high as bitcoin struggles for momentum amid market uncertainty

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) adoption is on track to reach several billion users by the end of the decade, according to Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) CEO Brian Armstrong. In a statement on X on Monday, Armstrong pointed to the rapid pace of Bitcoin growth, comparing it to the early adoption rates of mobile phones and the internet.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Says Bitcoin Adoption To Reach 'Billions' By 2030

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Ethereum

ETH, DOGE Price Analysis: How Trump Tariffs May Impact Cryptos Such as Ether, Dogecoin

New Trump Tariffs Spell Caution for Bitcoin, Ether, Dogecoin Bets

Microstrategy, now Strategy, is doubling down on bitcoin, amassing 478,740 BTC after a bold 7,633 BTC purchase using $742.4 million from stock sales and a preferred stock offering. Microstrategy Now Owns Nearly 500K BTC—Here's How They're Paying for It Software intelligence firm Microstrategy Inc.

Microstrategy Resumes Buying Bitcoin, Pushing Total Holdings to 478,740 BTC

Executive Chairman Michael Saylor Announces a Bitcoin Purchase of $742.4 million

Strategy Resumes Bitcoin Purchases, Takes Holdings to 478,740 BTC

The bitcoin acquisitions follow Strategy's latest sale of shares during the same period, equivalent to the same value.

Strategy resumes bitcoin acquisitions with $742 million buy, bringing its total holdings to 478,740 BTC

Ether (exchange-traded funds) ETFs saw more than double the inflows of bitcoin ETFs, with a significant net inflow of $420 million. Ether ETFs Grab The Spotlight in Trading Week Review In the week spanning Feb. 3 to Feb. 7, ether ETFs experienced a substantial net inflow of $420.06 million.

ETF Weekly Recap: Ether ETFs' $420 Million Inflow Outshines Bitcoin ETFs' $204 Million Inflow

Hash Ribbon signals miner capitulation, which tends to mark a local bottom in the bitcoin price.

Bitcoin Difficulty Hits New Highs as Key Metric Signals Miner Capitulation and Possible Bottom

Despite the increasing rhetoric surrounding President Donald Trump's tariffs, bitcoin (BTC) is holding steady alongside positive cues from foreign exchange risk barometers like AUD/JPY. Later today, Trump is due to impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports on top of additional metal duties.

Crypto Daybook Americas: Trump's Looming Tariff Escalation Fails to Rattle Bitcoin

A Coinbase executive has claimed Satoshi Nakamoto's identity may be known by the rival crypto exchange Kraken

$100 Billion Satoshi Nakamoto Bitcoin Wallet Price Warning Issued After Mystery Deepens

Proton, known for its privacy-focused solutions like Proton Mail and Proton VPN, has rolled out its Bitcoin wallet to all users.

Privacy tech firm Proton rolls out self-custodial Bitcoin wallet to all users

Proton Wallet is well-suited for anyone looking to begin their bitcoin self custody journey and/or anyone looking to make semi-frequent payments on-chain while managing a relatively small bitcoin stack.

Proton Wallet — Now Available To Everyone — Is A Great Starter Self-Custodial Bitcoin Wallet

The government of El Salvador has continued buying bitcoin despite the deal reached with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in December. According to the National Bitcoin Office, in the last 7 days, Bukele's administration acquired 18 BTC, with its total reserve reaching 6.073 BTC, nearly $584,000.

El Salvador Continues Buying Bitcoin Despite IMF Pressure

Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) witnessed an unprecedented jump in bearish bets by Wall Street hedge funds, limiting the second-largest cryptocurrency's upside potential. What Happened: In an X post on Sunday, capital markets commentator The Kobeissi Letter highlighted that short positioning in Ethereum has surged by 40% in just one week and by a staggering 500% since Nov. 2024.

Wall Street's Ethereum Short Positioning Skyrockets — The 'Extreme Positioning' Has Caused ETH To Underperform Bitcoin, Says Analyst

Metaplanet said it was the best-performing equity in 2024 out of 55,000 publicly listed companies.

Bitcoin HODLer Metaplanet Achieves $35M Unrealized Gains in 2024 Thanks to BTC Treasury

Former Coinbase technology chief Balaji Srinivasan has joined a growing chorus of tech leaders and politicians advocating for Ron Paul to lead the Federal Reserve, highlighting renewed interest in the former congressman's anti-Fed stance. What Happened: The discussion gained momentum after Sen.

Bitcoin Advocate Balaji Pushes 'End The Fed' Author Ron Paul For Central Bank Chair Amid Elon Musk's Support: 'Nothing Can Stop An Idea

A closely followed crypto strategist believes Bitcoin (BTC) will take a serious hit if it corrects below $90,000. In a new strategy session, pseudonymous analyst Cheds tells his 49,600 YouTube subscribers that Bitcoin appears to be currently trading in a sideways trend with a well-defined resistance at $107,000 and a clear support level at $90,000.

Trader Warns Bitcoin Could Witness ‘Severe Momentum Blow' if It Loses $90,000 – Here's His Downside Target

Bill Barhydt, CEO of Abra, has made bold predictions about Bitcoin and Ethereum, suggesting that Bitcoin could reach as high as $700,000 in the current cycle.

Bill Barhydt Predicts $700K Bitcoin and $16K Ethereum in 2025, While Arthur Hayes Foresees Market Drop to $70K

Bitcoin's price dropped below $100,000 on Feb. 4, as concerns over the global trade war between the United States and China affected market sentiment.

Bitcoin Faces $1.3B Liquidation Risk If Price Slides Below $93K Support Amid Trade War Worries

The renewed bearish signal on the key indicator is not an immediate threat to BTC, but Trump's tariff rhetoric could shake up the market.

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