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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.

Fundstrat‘s head of research Tom Lee reiterates his forecast that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could surge beyond $250,000 within the next 12 months, citing cryptocurrency halving cycles and potential government adoption as key drivers. What Happened: Lee points to Bitcoin's recent halving event, which reduced the new supply of tokens, as a crucial factor supporting price momentum.

Bitcoin Could Surge Past $250,000, Says Tom Lee Citing BTC Halving Cycles And US Government Adoption

Cryptocurrency analysts of Coinidol.com report, Bitcoin (BTC) price has slipped below the 50-day SMA after a rejection of the recent high.

Bitcoin Loses Important Support And Falls To A Low Of 90,000 Dollars

Mike Belshe, CEO of Bitgo, a cryptocurrency services provider, has highlighted the growing interest among companies in adopting bitcoin as part of their reserve portfolios. Belshe remarked that the shift to a more favorable administration and the existence of ETFs have driven this change.

Bitgo CEO Highlights Shift Toward Bitcoin Among Companies

The move higher will be driven by institutional, corporate and nation-state adoption, the report said.

Bitcoin to Hit Record Around $185K in 2025 as Nation States Buy: Galaxy Research

Galaxy Research predicts a bullish year for Bitcoin in 2025, projecting prices to surpass $150,000 and potentially reach $185,000 in Q4.

Bitcoin Market Cap to Reach 20% of Gold's: Galaxy Research

Ethereum

The research arm of Galaxy Digital is revealing its predictions for the two largest crypto assets in 2025.

Galaxy Research Unveils H1 and Q4 2025 Price Targets for Bitcoin, Sees Ethereum Hitting New Highs Next Year

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is expected to reach a new all-time high in mid-January, according to a prediction by research firm K33. This anticipated peak coincides with the inauguration of Donald Trump.

Bitcoin Set For January Spike? Historical Patterns Signal A Potential Peak Next Month

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of the most relevant crypto and economic news from Latin America over the past week.

Latam Insights: El Salvador's Bitcoin Christmas Buying Spree, Argentina's Tether Freeze

A stronger dollar historically tends to make dollar-denominated assets like bitcoin and gold expensive, leading to weakened demand in the short term.

XRP Sinks 5% to Lead Crypto Losses as Strong Dollar Rattles Bitcoin Bulls

Bitcoin's price dropped below $94,000 on Dec. 29, 2024, down from an all-time high of $108,000 reached on Dec 17.

Bitcoin Drops Below $94K as Market Faces Bearish Sentiment, Analysts Predict Potential Price Correction to $80K

Bitcoin's price trajectory in 2025 could range from $150,000 to $400,000, according to Blockware Solutions, depending on U.S. government policies, Federal Reserve decisions.

Blockware Predicts Bitcoin Prices Could Hit $150K to $400K in 2025, Driven by U.S. Policies and Adoption Rates

El Salvador's vice president highlighted bitcoin's role in economic growth during a meeting with China's ambassador, emphasizing Chinese cooperation in advancing digital infrastructure projects.

El Salvador Showcases Bitcoin Success in Key Meeting With Chinese Ambassador

Sunday has been a rollercoaster for bitcoin prices, with the top crypto asset dipping to a low of $92,941 per coin. The whole crypto market took a hit, dropping by 1.61%, while BTC itself lost 1.42% in the last 24 hours. Cryptoquant Data Shows Bitcoin's Sell-Side Liquidity Plunged to 6.

Bitcoin Slides Below $93,000 Amid Lukewarm US Interest During the Holidays

President-elect Donald Trump has likely ended the U.S. government's war on crypto. But will Trump be willing to start the war for crypto?

Crypto Crystal Ball 2025: How Hard Will Trump Fight for Bitcoin and Crypto?

A crypto strategist known for making timely Bitcoin and altcoin calls is outlining a potential path for BTC to end the current bull market with a bang.

Trader Predicts ‘Aggressive' Upside Rally for Bitcoin, Unveils ‘Realistic' Bull Market Price Target for BTC

Though the month isn't quite over yet, bitcoin miners have already outperformed their November earnings, amassing $1.33 billion in December with two days still on the clock. Bitcoin Ends the Year With Record Hashrate and Higher Revenue This uptick in revenue has been fueled by stronger bitcoin prices, but there's a twist.

Bitcoin Mining Revenue Outpaces November—And December Isn't Over Yet

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates once voiced his doubts about Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), stating that he would bet against the cryptocurrency if given the opportunity. What Happened: During an interview in 2018, Gates criticized Bitcoin's lack of productivity as an asset class.

Bill Gates Expressed Skepticism Towards Bitcoin: 'I Would Short It' If Possible

With the crypto market's valuation sitting at $3.33 trillion and bitcoin holding steady above the $90,000 range for a cumulative 43 non-consecutive days, an intriguing trend has emerged—vintage crypto wallets have started stirring after years of inactivity.

Crypto Giants Stir: Vintage BTC Wallets Shift Millions, 1,940 Genesis ETH Lands on Coinbase

Solana

A closely followed crypto analyst is predicting where the price of Bitcoin (BTC) and Solana (SOL) will peak during the current market cycle.

Here's Where Bitcoin and Solana Will Peak in Current Market Cycle, According to InvestAnswers

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) scripted history in 2024, not only breaking the long-held record of $69,000 but also hitting the magical $100,000 milestone. A slew of crucial developments occurred throughout the year, providing strong impetus to the apex cryptocurrency.

From Trump's Win To Debut Of Spot ETFs: These Were The Biggest Bullish Catalysts For Bitcoin In 2024

The bitcoin price has been predicted to be just weeks away from a "major" move as fresh bitcoin ETF filings are revealed

The ‘Virus Is Spreading'—Bitcoin Suddenly Braced For A ‘Major' 2025 Price Move

BitGo CEO Mike Belshe says that he's anticipating the tailwinds spurring crypto assets in 2024 will likely continue into 2025. In a new CNBC interview, Belshe says that despite the crypto industry already being bullish on the new pro-crypto administration arriving in Washington D.C.

BitGo CEO Mike Belshe Predicts ‘Good Gains' in 2025 for Bitcoin and Crypto – Here's His Forecast

The Japanese government says discussions about making bitcoin (BTC) a reserve asset are still in the early stages. Lawmaker Urges Japan to Emulate the US The Japanese government says discussions about making bitcoin (BTC) a reserve currency are still in their early stages, making it difficult to express a view on the topic.

Japan Hesitates on Bitcoin Reserve, While US Debate Rages

Robert Kiyosaki predicts bitcoin will hit $350K in 2025, slamming Blackrock for suppressing BTC prices and urging investors to buy before institutional whales take over. Robert Kiyosaki Slams Blackrock – Doubles Down on $350K Bitcoin Price Target Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki reaffirmed his stance on bitcoin, the U.S.

Robert Kiyosaki Doubles Down on $350K Bitcoin Prediction – Calls Out Blackrock's BTC Moves

Over the past year, our newsroom has put several generative AI chatbots to the test, asking them to forecast everything from the U.S. election to the prices of gold, silver, ethereum, and, naturally, bitcoin. This time, we decided to spice things up: we challenged nine AI chatbots to predict bitcoin's price on Feb.

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