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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.

Blackrock, the world's largest asset manager, has explained the importance of the Bitcoin halving. “One of the reasons some people find bitcoin valuable is its scarcity,” Blackrock explained, adding that the halving also “underscores Bitcoin's decentralized, programmatic nature and its resistance to inflationary pressures that traditional currencies often face.

$10.5 Trillion Asset Manager Blackrock Explains Importance of Bitcoin Halving

Analytics firm Santiment's social-media metrics suggest the crypto crowd is beginning to lean bearish.

Bearish Flip in Crypto Crowd Sentiment Hints at Coming Bitcoin Price Bounce

Cryptocurrency analyst Ali Martinez has issued a warning about the critical $61,000 level for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). What Happened: Martinez took to X on Thursday to highlight the significance of the $61,000 level for Bitcoin.

Bitcoin Could Correct To $56K If It Breaches This Support Level, Warns Analyst: 'First Sign Of A Rebound Will Be

Bitcoin's recent drop to $61,000 has flushed out leveraged positions in the market, leading to a significant decline in the total value of futures contracts traded on major exchanges.

Bitcoin Futures Market Sees $5.2B Drop as Leveraged Positions Get Flushed Out

Cryptocurrency analyst Kevin Svenson believes Bitcoin (BTC) remains in an upward trajectory despite the recent pullback. In a new video, Svenson tells his 76,100 YouTube subscribers that as long as Bitcoin holds the mid to high $50,000 range as support a broader parabolic trend remains intact.

Bitcoin Still on an Exponential Upward Trajectory, According to Analyst Kevin Svenson – But There's a Catch

With fewer than 300 blocks remaining until Bitcoin's fourth halving, speculation has been rife, with many expecting a ‘sell the news' scenario following an 11% drop in bitcoin prices. On the other hand, this downturn might just be the precursor to a shakeout and a subsequent significant uptick.

A Look at How Bitcoin's Halving Might Trigger ‘Sell the News' or ‘Sell the Rumor' Reactions

BTC dominance is creeping upwards as Layer-1s and Artificial Intelligence tokens had a rough week, while Google search interest in the halving skyrockets.

Bitcoin Dominance Increases as Halving Nears and BTC Price Lingers Near $61K

The synergy between renewable energy initiatives and bitcoin represents major opportunities towards sustainable technological advancement. This integration opens new pathways for sustainability and enhances economic viability of renewable energy projects. Companies like OceanBit and Sazmining show how this partnership can drive innovation and foster environmental stewardship.

Bitcoin Spurs Major Renewable Projects From Ocean Thermal To Hydro

The chief executive of Crypto.com has warned of some selling coming up as we approach the Bitcoin halving, citing the “buy the rumor, sell the news” strategy. Noting that what's happening in the bitcoin market currently resembles previous cycles, he stressed: “I personally expect great performance within the next six months.

Crypto.com CEO: Bitcoin Price Dip Likely After Halving but ‘Great Performance' Within 6 Months

IncomeSharks, a crypto analyst, has predicted the future of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) price. According to the forecast, the cryptocurrency could experience a significant drop below the $60,000 mark before potentially witnessing a ‘hate halving rally.

Bitcoin Could Potentially Dip Below $60K Before 'Hate Halving Rally,' Says Crypto Analyst

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In a recent episode of “Mad Money,” host Jim Cramer advised against investing in Marathon Digital Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:MARA) and instead recommended Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) or Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH). What Happened: Cramer, in his “Lightning Round” segment, discouraged viewers from purchasing Marathon Digital, a company involved in Bitcoin mining, reported CNBC.

Jim Cramer Says Just Go Buy Ethereum Or Bitcoin Instead Of Marathon Digital: 'Let's Not Fool Around'

Global asset management firm Alliance Bernstein has explained that bitcoin's bullish trajectory should resume after the upcoming halving event. The firm's analysts described: “We believe it is always new demand catalysts that lead to bitcoin price appreciation in every cycle.

Bitcoin's Bullish Trajectory Should Resume After the Halving, Analysts Say

The excitement surrounding the upcoming Bitcoin halving has led to a significant increase in Google searches for “Bitcoin halving,” with interest reaching its highest point ever, more than double that of the last halving event in 2020, and is predicted to hit peak popularity.

Google Searches for Bitcoin Halving Skyrockets as Major Event Approaches

The cryptocurrency market is bracing for a potential storm as Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) price hovers around $50,500. A leading analyst has warned that if the price falls to this level, it could trigger over $15 billion in liquidations on Binance (BNB).

Bitcoin Dropping To This Level Could Trigger Over $15B In Liquidations On Binance, Warns Analyst

Bitcoin prices suffered some notable losses today, repeatedly approaching $60,000 and dropping to their lowest value in several weeks.

What's Next For Bitcoin Prices After Their Latest Pullback?

Game over? Major tokens like Gala Games, Pixels, Portal, and Xai have dipped by 30% or more in the past week, with some setting new lows.

Gaming Tokens Crash Hard as Bitcoin Falls Ahead of Halving

Notional Bitcoin futures have fallen by $5.2 over the past week.

Bitcoin Market Is Deleveraging—Here's What's Going On

Bitcoin prices took a tumble today, plunging toward $60,000 and falling to their lowest point in over a month.

Bitcoin Prices Just Dropped To Their Lowest Since February

The price of BTC has fluttered downward since flying higher than ever a month ago. How low could it go?

Is Bitcoin Slipping Back Toward a Bear Market?

Technical terms relating to Bitcoin are entering the public consciousness more than ever—even overtaking memes like "420."

More People Are Googling the Bitcoin Halving Than Ever Before

New analysis from market intelligence firm Glassnode indicates that financial institutions and ‘smart money' are playing a role in Bitcoin's (BTC) price action as the halving approaches. In a new article, Glassnode says the top crypto asset by market cap surged 1,000% during its first halving, 200% during its second, and 600% during the third.

Institutions and ‘Smart Money' To Influence Price Action During Upcoming BTC Halving, Says Glassnode – Here's Why

U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced three consecutive days of net outflows, with a loss of $58 million on Tuesday. Leading the outflow for the day was Grayscale's GBTC.

Blackrock Closes in on Grayscale in the Battle for the ‘World's Largest' Bitcoin ETF

The 7-day moving average of the average transaction fee on the network has climbed from $4.11 to $12.17.

Runes hype pushes transaction fees on Bitcoin higher

Crypto research firm 10x Research is worried about the possibility of a significant price correction for risk assets, including stocks and crypto, with inflation being the main trigger. What Happened: In an April 15 newsletter titled “We Sold Everything Last Night,” 10x Research writes that the narrative for a sustainable crypto bull market can't simply be that U.S. baby boomers are buying Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) because BlackRock suddenly promoted an ETF.

Why The Bitcoin Dump Prompted 10x Research To 'Sell Everything'

The cryptocurrency underperformed this week as an economic safe haven. But bitcoiners are taking a longer term view.

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