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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 mining has garnered a reputation for being wasteful and dirty though this couldn't be further from the truth. Bitcoin mining can be as ‘green' as any industry and is an essential aspect of Bitcoin overall.

Why the US Should Reevaluate Its Approach to the Bitcoin Mining Industry

Barbara Goodstein of the R360 Club advocated for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as a top-tier investment for the club's ultra-wealthy members. What Happened: On Thursday, Goodstein from the exclusive R360 Club, endorsed Bitcoin as a prime investment for the club's affluent members on CNBC's Last Call.

'We're High On' Bitcoin, Says Ultra Rich Investment Club, Believing the Coin 'Is a Corollary Almost to Gold'

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki says he believes that the price of bitcoin will reach $2.3 million, citing a prediction by Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood. Meanwhile, he said stock, bond, and real estate markets are “set to crash,” and he expects the U.S. to go bankrupt. Robert Kiyosaki Foresees Bitcoin Hitting $2.

Rich Dad Poor Dad Author Robert Kiyosaki Believes Bitcoin Price Will Reach $2.3 Million

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) ever-bearish commentator Peter Schiff commented on the crypto king, foreseeing its biggest crash and a potential MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) bankruptcy. What Happened: In his latest appearance on Patrick Bet David's podcast called "Valuetainment," the economist explains how Bitcoin is going to witness its "biggest crash ever.

Peter Schiff Predicts Bitcoin ETFs Will Lead To Its 'Biggest Crash Ever'

Marathon Digital Holdings CEO Fred Thiel is offering his thoughts on how the upcoming Bitcoin (BTC) event is likely to affect the price of the flagship crypto asset.

How High Will Bitcoin Price Go After the Halving? Marathon Digital CEO Says BTC To Witness ‘Some Small Impact'

Crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe says Bitcoin (BTC) is facing a tough test at current levels.

With Bitcoin Facing ‘Crucial Resistance', Crypto Analyst Breaks Down What's Next for BTC and Two Altcoins

A Belgian polymath and his team are building a “spiderchain” network that harnesses both bitcoin's sound money properties and Ethereum's technological capabilities.

Willem Schroé: Building Botanix, a Bitcoin Layer 2 That Brings the EVM to Bitcoin

Ark Invest, known for its bullish bets on disruptive innovation, says in a new report that Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) recent price consolidation does not signal a bear market, but rather a healthy correction within a bull run. What Happened: The report dives into various on-chain metrics to assess Bitcoin's health.

Ark Invest: Bitcoin Bull Run 'In The Early To Middle Stages'

Tesla Inc., led by CEO Elon Musk, has continuously looked for new ways to innovate and use the latest technologies. This has manifested itself in many ways, ranging from autonomous driving to commercial solar panels.

Here's How Much Tesla Would Have Made on Bitcoin If It Had HODLed

Ethereum

What Happened: The last Bitcoin halving occurred four years ago on May 11, 2020, when Bitcoin BTC/USD +0.94% + Free Alerts was trading at around $9,700, and Ethereum was priced at around $186. Since then, both Bitcoin and Ethereum have seen impressive price surges of 621% and 1,786%, respectively.

What Happened To Ethereum After The Bitcoin Halving Four Years Ago?

The commercial delves into the supply and demand dynamics of Bitcoin leading into its fourth halving.

TD Bank Releases Commercial Explaining The Bitcoin Halving And Promotes ETFs

A look into some of the strategies being employed by miners going into the upcoming Halving.

A Deep Dive Into Bitcoin Miners' Strategies During The Halving

Since the onset of 2024, the Bitcoin ecosystem has seen an influx of capital flowing into startups. Data gathered by Coin98 Analytics from the web portal crypto-fundraising.info, reveals that over the past few months, 43 Bitcoin-centric projects have secured funding from key investors.

43 Bitcoin Projects Secure Key Funding in 2024 Attracting Over $127 Million

Mining Bitcoin is now more difficult than ever before—just in time for the long-awaited halving event next week.

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Hits All-Time High One Week Before Halving

The upcoming Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) halving event, expected on April 20, could impact the Bitcoin mining industry, according to a recent JPMorgan report. What Happened: The report by analysts Reginald Smith and Charles Pearce highlights the potential implications of the Bitcoin halving event, which will reduce the block reward for mining new bitcoins by 50%.

Bitcoin Halving Event Could Be A Potential Game-Changer For Mining Industry: JPMorgan

The upcoming Bitcoin halving is different from others before it. Here's what investors need to know.

Grayscale's Bitcoin outflows slowed on Wednesday, though on-chain analysis suggests the fund may still bleed coins for the duration of the bull market.

Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Withdrawals Hit Record Low—Has the Selling Stopped?

For the first time, the new supply of bitcoin entering the market is set to surpass gold after the 2024 Bitcoin halving. The sixth installment of “10 Steps to Self-Sovereignty” powered by Ledger.

Quality Money: Bitcoin to Become Scarcer than Gold Post-Halving

Bitcoin's price gained on Thursday after the ECB voted to keep interest rates on hold for the fifth consecutive meeting.

Bitcoin price gains despite a pullback in global markets as ECB holds rates steady

Cryptocurrency analyst and trader Kevin Svenson has sparked excitement in the crypto community by highlighting a technical indicator that historically preceded major Bitcoin breakouts. What Happened: In a recent YouTube video, Svenson pointed to a breakout in the daily Relative Strength Index (RSI) for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), coinciding with a resistance trend line breakout on the price chart.

Bitcoin Analyst Points To Secret Signal For 'Very Very Bullish' Phase

U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) garnered $123.7 million in positive inflows during Wednesday's trading. Grayscale's Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) experienced a decline in its bitcoin holdings, decreasing from 318,451.70 to 316,193.43 bitcoins. ETF Analyst Notes Historical Inflow Streak in 2 Bitcoin ETFs, Eyeing Record On Wednesday, U.S.

Fidelity's FBTC Gains Ground, Absorbing Over 1,000 BTC Amid Wednesday's $123M Inflow

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) has been trading above the 21-day SMA or $70,000 support since April 4, 2024.

Bitcoin Recaptures The $70,000 Threshold And Resumes Its Ascent

UK-based CF Benchmarks has announced the launch of its Bitcoin Volatility Index, facilitating the tracking of BTC price volatility.

Bitcoin volatility index launched by CF Benchmarks

With Hong Kong asset managers somewhat reluctant to submit applications for the new ETF, a series of multibillion-dollar firms from Mainland China have entered the market.

Chinese Financial Institutions Turn to Hong Kong's New Bitcoin ETF

Bitcoin's network difficulty climbed to an unprecedented peak on April 10, 2024, at block height 838,656, increasing by 3.92% to reach 86.39 trillion. This escalation in difficulty will make it increasingly challenging to mine blocks as the fourth halving event nears, with fewer than 1,250 blocks remaining until block 840,000 is mined.

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