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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.

A closely followed analyst is predicting when Bitcoin (BTC) will reach its peak in the ongoing bull market cycle. In a new video update on YouTube, pseudonymous analyst Rekt Capital tells his 64,600 subscribers that based on historic precedence Bitcoin could hit a current cycle peak in late 2024 or early 2025.

Here's When Bitcoin Bull Market Could Reach Its Peak if History Repeats Itself, According to Crypto Analyst

Thailand-based asset management funds can now launch private funds for investing in U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to the country's securities regulator. The approval of bitcoin ETFs by U.S. regulators has opened opportunities for Thai asset management firms to gain exposure to the premier crypto asset.

Thai Rule Change Allows Asset Management Funds to Invest in Bitcoin ETFs

The American stockbroker has repeatedly called bitcoin a “bubble” and said he still doesn't believe in its long-term future.

Gold Bug Peter Schiff Says He Wishes He'd Bought Bitcoin in 2010

Bitcoin has soared to new record highs in recent weeks and enthusiasts feel it is poised to grow even further with an upcoming “halving,” a key event written into the foundations of the cryptocurrency to limit supply that has historically coincided with elevated prices and boosted attention to the crypto sector.

Could Bitcoin Halving Boost Crypto Prices? Here's What To Know As Token Surges To Record High

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Elon Musk, the Tesla TSLA billionaire and owner of X, has waded back into the crypto world amid a massive price rebound (which has caused former president Donald Trump to make a shock bitcoin flip).

‘To The Moon'—Elon Musk Makes Dramatic Return To Crypto's Front Lines Amid ‘Unprecedented' $7.5 Trillion Price Boom That's Boosted Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana And Dogecoin

Gold bull Peter Schiff on Wednesday with Real Vision's co-founder Raoul Pal on the show Impact Theory expressed a twinge of regret for not purchasing Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) back in 2010, despite his long-standing criticism of the apex cryptocurrency. What Happened: Schiff said, “Do I wish I had made the decision to have thrown $10,000, $50,000, $100,000 into it?

Bitcoin Critic Peter Schiff Regrets Missing Out On BTC Investment In Early Days: 'I Would Have Bought It Just Betting On Other People Being Dumb'

"Normally rising wedges resolve bearish," crypto analyst and trader Josh Olszewicz told CoinDesk.

Beware of Bitcoin's 'Rising Wedge,' Chart Analyst Says

The CEO of Bitcoin-focused tech firm JAN3, Samson Mow, is predicting that Bitcoin (BTC) could reach a seven-figure price. Mow says in an appearance on the What Bitcoin Did podcast that the flagship crypto asset could go up by around 1,264% from the current level over the next couple of months.

$1,000,000 BTC Price Incoming ‘Very Soon,' Predicts Bitcoin Veteran Samson Mow – Here's the Timeline

Economist and gold advocate Peter Schiff has downplayed the significance of the upcoming bitcoin halving, emphasizing a different factor that will drive the price of the cryptocurrency. He believes what matters the most is “how much of the current supply holders want to sell, not what miners create.

Peter Schiff Downplays Importance of Bitcoin Halving — Discusses ‘What Matters Most' for BTC Price

The ongoing surge in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) prices is proving to be a boon for cryptocurrency miners. Their revenues have soared to unprecedented levels, thanks to a perfect storm of factors including the upcoming halving event and the growing interest from Wall Street, Deutsche Bank said in a research note.

Crypto Miners Rake In Record Profits As Bitcoin Rally Continues: Deutsche Bank

Major cryptocurrencies traded mixed on Wednesday evening as Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, concluded the ‘Duncun' upgrade. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded 9:30 p.m.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Trade Mixed As ETH Finalizes 'Dencun' Upgrade: Analyst Warns Of Potential 'Liquidity Crisis' For King Crypto

Economist Peter Schiff has shared his perspective on the upcoming Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) halving event, emphasizing the role of current supply holders over miners. What Happened: On Tuesday, Schiff took to X, formerly Twitter, to share his views on the upcoming Bitcoin halving event.

Peter Schiff Says Bitcoin Supply Will Not Be Cut In Half By Halving, Gets Schooled By Crypto Analyst: Gold's Supply 'Doubling' Every 70 Years

Mike Novogratz, the billionaire founder of Galaxy Digital (OTC: BRPHF), is bullish on Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) future, predicting a floor of at least $50,000 and room for further growth towards $100,000. Novogratz, in a Wednesday interview with CNBC, attributed Bitcoin's robust performance primarily to the steady inflows into the newly sanctioned spot Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. He emphasized that as long as these inflows remain positive, Bitcoin's price trajectory is expected to ascend.

Galaxy Digital CEO Says Bitcoin's Floor At $50,000, Thanks To Spot ETFs

Following its $800 million debt raise last week, Microstrategy is planning to sell an additional $500 million of its debt to snap up more bitcoin.

MicroStrategy plans to sell $500 million in debt, following its own and Coinbase's footsteps

Leading cryptocurrency Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) soared in value in 2024, setting several new all-time highs, including passing $73,000 for the first time Wednesday. Here's how Bitcoin ETFs could have played a role and what Benzinga users are saying about the new investment vehicles.

EXCLUSIVE: Which Bitcoin ETF Is Preferred By Benzinga Users? 28% Say They've Already Bought Bitcoin ETFs

Software company MicroStrategy says it plans to offer a $500 million in convertible senior notes due in 2031 to buy up Bitcoin.

MicroStrategy Seeks $500 Million to Snatch Up Even More Bitcoin

Bitcoin nearly doubled in price since late January, but a "counter move seems to be near," Swissblock analysts said.

Bitcoin Could Drop to $58K as Cool-Off Period Is Imminent, Swissblock Says

The debt offering comes just days after the company closed on an $800 million capital raise, also with proceeds used to buy bitcoin.

Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy Raising Another $500M to Buy More Bitcoin

Just two days ago, MicroStrategy bought $821.7 million worth of bitcoin, and now they're going to buy more.

Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy To Raise $500 Million To Buy More Bitcoin

MicroStrategy Inc (NYSE:MSTR) shares are trading lower in Wednesday's after-hours session after the company announced a proposed private offering. What Happened: After the market close on Wednesday, MicroStrategy announced that it intends to offer $500 million worth of convertible senior notes due 2031 in a private offering to institutional buyers.

MicroStrategy Stock Moves Lower On Proposed Offering To Buy More Bitcoin

A widely followed crypto analyst is pointing to a higher price target for Bitcoin (BTC) in the short term before correcting after hitting $72,000. In a new video update, crypto strategist Jason Pizzino tells his 316,000 YouTube subscribers that based on the last cycle Bitcoin could rally to around $81,000 before a sudden correction.

Here's a Short-Term Price Target for Bitcoin Before a Correction, According to Analyst Jason Pizzino

The founders of analytics firm Glassnode say that Bitcoin (BTC) is likely about to correct significantly after an over-extended move to the upside.

Glassnode Analysts Say Bitcoin Due for Correction After Parabolic Tear – Here's Their Price Target

The distinctly shaped palm-sized device promises reliable recovery tools.

Jack Dorsey's Block Drops Rock-Like BitKey Bitcoin Wallet

Above $100,000 per coin this year is now looking more likely for Bitcoin, various analysts claim.

Bitcoin Is in Price Discovery—How Much Higher Will It Go?

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New data reveals that asset management titan BlackRock has brought in over $10 billion into its spot market Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) since it launched in January. According to the research team of crypto exchange BitMEX, on March 11th, BlackRock hauled over $500 million into its spot market BTC ETF.

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