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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.

Those who want to prevent Ordinals, inscriptions and soon Runes from living on-chain are misguided. Bitcoin is about economic incentives only, not altruism, SunnySide Digital CEO Taras Kulyk argues.

Why Bitcoin's 'Monetary Maximalists' Oppose 'JPEG Enjoyers' (and Why They're Wrong)

Popular Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) trader Stockmoney Lizards went viral with an “unbiased analysis” of potential upcoming Bitcoin price action. What Happened: In a thread on X (formerly Twitter), the trader's analysis takes into account the chart patterns of Bitcoin.

Bitcoin Likely To See 'Mid-Term Correction', Says Crypto Trader: Bull Market Is 'Just Taking A Break'

Durov also predicted that new secure crypto hardware wallet-like communication devices will be created amid privacy concerns.

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov says he's held a few hundred million dollars in his ‘bank account or in bitcoin' for 10 years

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for April 17, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

First Mover Americas: BTC Post-Halving – Remember the Macroeconomy: Goldman Sachs

Recent weakness in bitcoin mining stocks ahead of the reward halving offers an attractive entry point for investors, the report said.

Bitcoin's Outperformance Means Some of Expected Post-Halving Rally May Have Come Early: JPMorgan

As bitcoin's price action shows signs of continued bearishness, the digital currency's trading volume and market capitalization suggest a volatile but keenly watched market.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Key Indicators Signal Bearish Outlook

The clock is ticking down to the next monumental event in the cryptocurrency world: the Bitcoin halving. This event has historically been a catalyst for price increases and with growing global interest, the question on everyone's mind is: what will happen this time around?

EXCLUSIVE: How The Bitcoin Halving Could Transform The Market

You don't need to wrap your Bitcoin anymore to stake it. Core Chain now offers non-custodial BTC staking.

Bitcoin Staking is Now Possible With the Core Chain

Bitcoin BTC has struggled to gain ground in recent weeks despite leaks confirming rumors China could be about to blow up the bitcoin price.

Goldman Sachs Issues Stark Bitcoin Halving Price Warning

Bitcoin (BTC) price remains below the moving average lines but above the support of $61,000. Cryptocurrency price analysis brought by Coinidol.com.

Bitcoin Faces Further Rejections At $63,000

"GBTC currently hanging on to a $2.3 billion lead," Bloomberg Intelligence analyst Eric Balchunas wrote on Twitter. That's half what it was this time last week.

BlackRock's IBIT ETF on Track to Flip GBTC After Bitcoin Halving: Bloomberg Analyst

Bitcoin's bullish trajectory is expected to resume after the halving once mining hashrates have adjusted to the lower rewards and ETF inflows resume, the report said.

Buy Bitcoin Miners Ahead of the Halving, Bernstein Says

In a move to bolster record-keeping and address security vulnerabilities, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has banned the use of third-party messaging apps and texting on its employees' work phones. This decision aligns the SEC's internal practices with the standards it imposes on the financial industry.

SEC Learns From Mistakes: Months After Bitcoin ETF Hoax On X, Agency Bans Whatsapp, Signal And Other Texting Apps On Work Phones

Bitcoin's next halving event, when the miners' block subsidy reward gets cut in half, is now less than three days away.

Bernstein expects bitcoin's bullish trajectory to resume post-halving, reiterates $150,000 target

Bitcoin's fourth mining reward halving is just two days away.

Goldman Cautions Against Extrapolating Previous Bitcoin Halving Cycles for Price Predictions

Ethereum

Amid a volatile crypto market marked by fluctuations in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), alongside geopolitical instability, esteemed crypto trader and economist Alex Krüger advises traders to proceed with caution and maintain a broader perspective. What Happened: On Wednesday, Krüger expressed his thoughts on X about the current crypto market situation.

As Iran-Israel Tensions Fuel Bitcoin And Ethereum Volatility, Analyst Underscores Long-Term Perspective: 'I Don't Think This Crypto Cycle Is Done'

Macro expert Lyn Alden says conditions are favorable for Bitcoin (BTC) to land a $100,000 price tag or more. In a new Blockcworks Macro interview, Alden says BTC is witnessing a supply shock as the majority of long-term Bitcoin holders are not yet ready to let go of their stacks at current prices.

Macro Guru Lyn Alden Says Bitcoin Hitting Six Figures Wouldn't Be Surprising Amid Rising Liquidity – Here's the Timeline

Rodarmor created last year's breakout Ordinals protocol, which is used to create non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on Bitcoin. Now, he says the relevance of protocols like his new Runes, used to create fungible tokens, is set to grow.

Runes, Casey Rodarmor's Protocol for 'Sh!tcoins' on Bitcoin, Set to Go Live at Halving

Overall, spot bitcoin ETF volumes have steadied throughout April after a steady decline from their early March peak.

GBTC outflows overpower other spot bitcoin ETF inflows for third consecutive day

According to a research report by brokerage firm Bernstein, Bitcoin (BTC) miners have experienced underperformance this year.

Bitcoin Miners Optimistic Despite Underperformance, According to Bernstein Report

Some other catalyst needs to happen before bullish sentiment returns, says one trader.

Ether Prices in Downtrend as Bitcoin Challenges $64K

Cryptocurrency analyst Ali Martinez has highlighted the critical support levels for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). This comes amid a period of volatility in the crypto market.

Bitcoin Hinges On This Key Support Level, Says Analyst: 'Could Significantly Boost The Chances Of Reigniting The Bull Run'

The bitcoin halving is imminent. This technical event, written in bitcoin's code, happens every four years. In simple terms, it is when the rewards for bitcoin miners are cut in half. The aim is to reduce the pace at which new bitcoin enter the market. Since there will ever only be 21 million bitcoin, the halving serves to create more bitcoin scarcity.

Bitcoin halving is likely this week — here's what you need to know

Economist and gold bug Peter Schiff has explained why the price of gold is rising, warning that bitcoin is a “gigantic bubble.” He expects gold to be in “double digits” by next year. Meanwhile, he said that bitcoin is in a bear market and the price of the cryptocurrency “is going much lower than this.

Peter Schiff Explains Why Gold's Price Is Rising — Warns Bitcoin Is a ‘Gigantic Bubble'

As the launch of Bitcoin's Runes token protocol approaches, some BTC proponents are encouraging Bitcoiners to set up personal nodes.

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