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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.

Mexican billionaire Ricardo Salinas has outlined four key reasons why investors should buy bitcoin, including long-term growth potential, diversification, and protection against inflation and currency devaluation.

Mexican Billionaire Outlines 4 Key Reasons to Buy Bitcoin — Says ‘You Have to Know How to Invest'

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Major cryptocurrencies continued to surge on Thursday evening, propelled mainly by the strong demand from U.S. investors for the largest cryptocurrency BTC.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Surge Amid Heightened US Demand For Bitcoin: Analyst Highlights 'Sell Signal' On BTC Daily Chart

Blackrock has amassed nearly 110,000 bitcoins for its spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), since its launch about a month ago. The world's largest asset manager's bitcoin ETF has a total net inflow of nearly $5 billion, leading the pack among all spot bitcoin ETFs.

Blackrock's Bitcoin ETF Holdings Near 110K BTC

Ric Edelman, founder of the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals, estimates $150 billion in inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs solely from independent advisors by the end of 2025. The Math To $150,000 Bitcoin: At the Exchange ETF conference in Miami, Edelman and Bitwise Asset Management Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan discussed the arithmetic behind the flows in an interview with CNBC's Bob Pisani.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs Will See $150B Inflows By End Of 2025, Says Investment Professional: 'Remarkable' Demand

VanEck's HODL spot ETF will be lowering its sponsor fee from 0.25% to 0.20% starting on February 21, according to a recent filing with the SEC.

VanEck Cuts Bitcoin ETF Fees as Competition Among Issuers Intensifies

A stunt from Bitcoin supporters led to the appearance that the U.S. senator and staunch cryptocurrency opponent Elizabeth Warren signed an order for a flag to be flown over the U.S. capitol commemorating Satoshi Nakamoto.

Did Elizabeth Warren Just Endorse Bitcoin? Not So Fast

The Bitcoin rumor, which spread like wildfire Thursday, traces back to an anonymous patron of a Manhattan pub. Here's what we know.

Elizabeth Warren Salutes Satoshi Nakamoto? Bitcoin Fans Are in a Frenzy

One widely followed crypto analyst is expressing amazement at Bitcoin's (BTC) latest historic rise. Pseudonymous crypto trader Rekt Capital shares his incredulity at BTC's meteoric rise with his 400,000 followers on the social media platform X.

Crypto Trader Delves Deep Into Bitcoin, Highlights Last Pre-Halving ‘Opportunity' for BTC Traders

Even as Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) continues to trade above the 52,000 mark, a level not seen in the last two years, the uptick in value is happening against the backdrop of a surprisingly low level of public inquiry. Google search trends data indicates a score below 20—a stark contrast to the past fervor observed when Bitcoin previously reached the $50,000 mark, where search interest peaked above 90.

Bitcoin Booms, But Retail Sleeps: Are Investors Wary Or Just Unaware?

Massive inflows into spot bitcoin ETFs made headlines recently, but there are other metrics that showcase U.S. investors' appetite for the asset.

Bitcoin's Rise to $52K Is Driven by Strong U.S. Demand, the Coinbase Price Premium Suggests

Bitcoin's mining difficulty has hit an unprecedented peak, marking the most significant jump of 2024. On Thursday, at the milestone of block 830,592, the network experienced its fourth adjustment this year with a sharp 8.24% uptick.

Bitcoin's Latest Difficulty Retarget Jumps 8.24%: Miners Navigate the Toughest Mining Landscape Yet

While the new spot bitcoin ETFs have received billions in net inflows since opening for business on Jan. 11, a sizable amount of money has been exiting gold ETFs.

Gold funds See Big Outflows Alongside Rush of Money Into Bitcoin ETFs

MicroStrategy is surging alongside Bitcoin, and now has $10 billion worth of BTC. Jumping into the S&P 500 could give the stock another boost.

MicroStrategy May Soon Enter the S&P 500: What That Means for Bitcoin

Closely followed crypto analysts say that Bitcoin (BTC) is on the verge of breaking a key resistance level that could spark a big move to the upside.

‘Bitcoin Is Waiting for Nobody!' – Glassnode Founders Say BTC Traders To Experience FOMO if This Happens

Bitcoin holds above the $52,000 mark as the market enters conditions indicative of a pre-halving rally, according to an analyst.

Bitcoin price action is aligning with pre-halving rally conditions, analyst says

Bitcoin's journey through the financial landscape has been anything but dull. From its inception as a digital currency free from government oversight, it has sparked debates, fueled speculation and, more recently, ignited a wave of optimism about its potential to soar to new heights.

Bitcoin Reaches New Highs, And Some Experts Believe Current Bull Cycle Could Send BTC Soaring Between $100,000 And $250,000

A description of the concept of "natural money", and how that relates to defining what Bitcoin actually is.

Fiat Is Artificial Money And Bitcoin Is Natural Money

Demand for Bitcoin ETF access from wirehouses and banks is growing, says VanEck's head of digital assets.

Big Bank, Broker Interest in Bitcoin Is 'Accelerating', Says ETF Issuer VanEck

The business intelligence company owns over 190,000 BTC now worth more than $10 billion.

MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Holdings Now Worth Over $10 Billion

The approval of the spot bitcoin ETFs constituted a landmark event for the $1.7 trillion digital asset industry. With institutional investors on board, demand for bitcoin will grow significantly.

Crypto for Advisors: Impact of the Spot Bitcoin ETFs for Portfolios

Last year, Texas A&M launched the Global Cyber Research Institute and held its inaugural summit. This cross-disciplinary institute is dedicated to taking a holistic view of cyber security.

The Twin Pillars Of Bitcoin's Unique Cybersecurity Model

The premier crypto is regaining dominance of investment dollars, mindshare and “narrative,” says Ben Schiller.

Bitcoin Is Back, Back, Back, Baby

The company was the owner of 190,000 bitcoin as of the end of January.

Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy Bitcoin Bet Tops $4B in Profit

Bitcoin's rising price has caused MicroStrategy's treasure trove of the popular cryptocurrency to increase in value during February.

MicroStrategy's bitcoin is worth more than $10 billion as cryptocurrency nears $53,000

An account of the Bitcoin Freedom Festival in Costa Rica, and the signs of bitcoin adoption growing in a ground up grassroots fashion in the region.

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