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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.

Ethereum

Data compiled on Jan. 8, 2025, reveals a contrasting performance among cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). On Tuesday, the 12 spot bitcoin ETFs attracted $52.39 million in net inflows, while the nine spot ether ETFs posted a combined loss of $86.79 million.

Crypto Tug-of-War: Bitcoin ETFs Rise, Ether ETFs Suffer

A significant gap in the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (NASDAQ:CME) Bitcoin futures contract near $75,000, suggests a potential downside move for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) in the short-term, according to Joe McCann, founder of Asymmetric. What Happened: McCann's analysis from Tuesday paints a bearish picture, shifting away from previous bullish sentiments, as he notes a confluence of technical and macroeconomic indicators pointing toward a near-term price correction.

Bitcoin Could Drop As Low As $75,000 If It Fills This Liquidity Gap, Expert Warns

Ledn's Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, reflects on the choices he and his co-founder have made that have led to their six years of success.

Ledn Remains Bitcoin's Premier Borrowing And Lending Platform

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) continues to slide following Tuesday's stronger-than-expected December Purchasing Managers' Index reading, with analysts attributing the sharp price decline to fallout in the bonds market. What Happened: It trades around the $95,400 mark after having touched $102,000 on Monday, down 5.3% over the past 24 hours.

Bitcoin Slides 5%, Touches $95,000 Mark: Why Is BTC Going Down?

The addition of bitcoin, ethereum, and binance coin as part of GMC's strategic reserves will expand Bhutan's digital assets ecosystem.

Bhutan's GMC Adopts Bitcoin and Other Digital Assets in City's Strategic Reserves

Cryptocurrency analyst and trader Jason Pizzino is warning that late investors in Bitcoin's (BTC) current bull market may end up disappointed. In a new video, Pizzino tells his 345,000 YouTube subscribers that latecomer investors may be hoping for another round of massive gains that just may never materialize.

Latecomers to Bitcoin Bull Market Could Be Disappointed, According to Jason Pizzino – Here's Why

Experts are raising concerns about MicroStrategy‘s (NASDAQ:MSTR) increasingly leveraged Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) strategy, as its Net Asset Value (NAV) premium narrows and the pace of its Bitcoin acquisitions slows. Analysts tell Benzinga the market is maturing beyond reliance on singular entities like MicroStrategy, and the company must now demonstrate strategic value beyond simply holding Bitcoin.

What MicroStrategy's (Declining) Net Asset Value Premium Really Means For Bitcoin

Just a day ago, I highlighted that the bias for protective puts in the S&P 500 options market are painting a cautious picture for risk assets. Fast forward to today, the tide has turned and risk assets, including BTC, are on the defensive.

Crypto Daybook Americas: Inflation Worry Crushes Bitcoin Bulls Ahead of FOMC

The blockchain hardware manufacturer also introduced the Avalon Nano 3S “beginner-friendly” Bitcoin miner upgrade.

Canaan unveils Avalon Mini 3 at CES 2025: a Bitcoin miner that doubles as a home heater

Federal prosecutors detailed a years-long scheme of tax fraud, ordering an early Bitcoin investor to surrender their keys.

Texas Court Orders Bitcoin Investor to Surrender Keys to $124 Million Stash

Asher Genoot, CEO of Hut 8, one of North America's largest bitcoin miners, emphasized the company's commitment to empowering next-generation technologies with its dual focus on bitcoin and AI.

Beyond Bitcoin Mining: Hut 8 Targets the Intersection of Energy and Technology, Says CEO Asher Genoot

Rising inflation, currency debasement and growing fiscal deficits will push countries to make strategic bitcoin allocations, the report said.

Nation-States, Central Banks Expected to Buy BTC in 2025, Fidelity Digital Assets Says

Leading Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) miners in the U.S. are accumulating BTC as a buffer against growing competition and narrowing profit margins. What Happened: Firms including MARA Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:MARA), Riot Platforms Inc.

US Bitcoin Miners Hoard Apex Crypto To Shield Against Rising Expenses — MARA, Riot Replicate MicroStrategy's Playbook

Dogecoin

“History shows these dips often pave the way for bigger bullish movements, especially with where we are in the market cycle now,” one market watcher said, as some foresee a shaky period in January.

Dogecoin Slumps 10% Amid Bitcoin's Slide to $96K, $560M Long Positions Liquidated

The 2024 bitcoin mining industry reached historic milestones while grappling with significant obstacles, according to an extensive report sponsored by Nicehash and authored by Digital Mining Solutions and Bitcoinminingstock.io. The comprehensive study sheds light on unprecedented network expansion, advancements in hardware efficiency, and major economic transitions.

Inside Bitcoin Mining's 2024 Revolution: Report Reveals Triumphs and Trials

Recent macroeconomic data raised analysts' concerns regarding persistent inflation and sustained interest rates.

Bitcoin, ether prices dip amid escalating macro fears of prolonged inflation

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs have seen a surge in investor interest, pulling in $1.1 billion in net inflows on January 6, 2025, following a slower start to the year.

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Attract $1.1 Billion in Inflows

The U.S. could accumulate up to 400,000 bitcoins in 2025, a move Devere Group predicts could trigger a massive bull run and reshape global markets. Bitcoin Bull Run of Epic Size Incoming? How US Accumulation Could Spark It Nigel Green, CEO of Devere Group, an independent financial advisory firm, is forecasting that the U.S.

US Bitcoin Reserve Could Trigger Bull Run of Epic Proportions

After topping $108,000 in December, Bitcoin has reversed due to a stronger dollar, increased volatility, and cautious traders. Will it last?

Bitcoin Faces Short-Term Pressure Amid Macro and Sentiment Shifts

Microstrategy's bold bitcoin strategy added $14 billion in shareholder value in 2024, with BTC holdings soaring to 447,470 as corporate adoption accelerates.

Microstrategy Acquired 258,320 BTC in 2024, Adding $14B in Shareholder Value

Elon Musk, on Tuesday, predicted a potential drop in prices of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) if dollar inflation is addressed. What Happened: The Tesla and Space X CEO expressed his views on how cryptocurrencies would benefit if inflation and government overspending were curbed “If dollar inflation is solved, the price in dollars to buy cryptocurrency will actually drop, other things being equal,” Musk wrote in an X post.

Elon Musk Foresees Drop In Bitcoin, Dogecoin Prices If Dollar Inflation Solved: 'What Matters Is The Ratio

Bitcoin's current valuation stands between $96,512 to $97,121 over the last hour, boasting a market capitalization of $1.91 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume amounting to $59 billion, indicative of intensified market engagement. The cryptocurrency oscillates within an intraday spectrum from $96,163 to $102,760.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Bearish Signals Point to Potential Collapse Below $96,000

Wondering about Bitcoin's price in 2025? Explore this analysis of expert predictions, market trends, and key factors influencing Bitcoin's future value in 2025.

Bitcoin's Price Prediction For 2025: What To Watch For This Year

Bitwise CEO and co-founder Hunter Horsley believes many more publicly traded companies will add Bitcoin (BTC) to their balance sheets in 2025. The head of the crypto asset manager Bitwise says on the social media platform X that investors may see a lot more companies adopting Bitcoin as a corporate strategy this year.

2025 Will See the Emergence of ‘Bitcoin Standard Corporations,' According to Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley

Cryptocurrency markets are sliding on Tuesday as producer price pressures weigh on the market. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $97,073.3 -4.7% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,431.99 -6.9% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $205.16 -6.4% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.30 -5.5% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.3562 -8.7% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00002217 -8.4% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 68.6% and daily active addresses falling by 0.01%.

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