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.

Cryptoquant analysts posit that live blockchain data grants investors unmatched clarity into bitcoin mining firms' activities, diminishing dependence on stale quarterly disclosures. From Quarters to Seconds: The Real-Time Analytics Rewriting Crypto Equity Research A recent cryptoquant.

Blockchain's Crystal Ball: How Cryptoquant's Data Is Decoding Bitcoin Miners' True Financial Pulse

The Japanese mobile gaming firm Gumi plans to accumulate more than $6.5 million worth of Bitcoin (BTC) as part of a new corporate strategy. A translated announcement from the gaming company indicates the firm will invest 1 billion yen (equivalent to $6,558,150 at time of writing) between now and May to acquire the crypto.

Japanese Mobile Gaming Firm Gumi Looking To Accumulate $6,558,150 Worth of Bitcoin (BTC)

The altcoin market has shed $234 billion over the past two weeks, marking one of the largest devaluations in history. While bitcoin has remained volatile, it has shown resilience compared to the widespread sell-off across the broader crypto landscape.

Altcoin Market Capitalization Falls by $234 Billion as Bitcoin Holds Steady

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and the broader crypto market briefly dipped in mid-day trading, reflecting worries over accelerating inflation. What Happened: Crypto analyst Ali Martinez commented “not good” on the unexpectedly high inflation numbers as analyst Kevin pointed out that headline inflation above 3% is a bearish signal and reinforces the idea that altseason is still far off.

Bitcoin Sees 'Short Term Volatility' After Inflation Data, Altseason Remains Distant

Galoy founder and CEO Nicolas Burtey wants to help more borrowers use bitcoin as collateral for loans while introducing open-source software into the traditional banking stack.

Galoy Launches Bitcoin-Backed Loan Software, Sets Groundwork For Open-Source Banking

The U.S. will release Russian Alexander Vinnik—who ran the BTC-e crypto exchange—in a prisoner swap after Moscow released an American.

Russian Bitcoin Exchange Founder Being Released by US in Prisoner Swap: Reports

Hotter-than-expected inflation data released Wednesday morning applied downward pressure on both traditional and crypto markets. Inflation Fears Push Bitcoin Below $96,000 Threshold Bitcoin (BTC) is struggling to maintain momentum, trading at $95,580.74 at the time of reporting. The leading cryptocurrency has declined 1.55% in the past 24 hours and is down 3.

Bitcoin Slips Below $96K as Inflation Concerns Rattle Markets

Tie-up is meant to tokenize Brazilian asset-backed securities, consumer credit, corporate debt, and accounts receivable.

Plume Network and Brazil's Mercado Bitcoin to tokenize $40 million worth of RWAs

Cryptocurrency analyst Benjamin Cowen highlights a growing imbalance in the market: capital is pouring into Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and meme coins, while other crypto projects struggle for attention. What Happened: In a podcast on Feb 11, Cowen highlights Bitcoin dominance has surged from 38-39% to 64%, which he calls a sign of the market "healing itself.

Bitcoin, Meme Coins Dominate Crypto, But Other Projects Suffer, Analyst Says

Bitcoin miners are confronting a perfect storm of falling revenue and dwindling network activity, raising concerns about the blockchain's long-term security. Bitcoin's Transaction Drought Daily bitcoin (BTC) transactions have dropped to their lowest levels since late 2023, leaving the mempool—the queue of unconfirmed transactions—unusually empty.

Without More Bitcoin Transfers, Miner Revenue and Network Security Could Crumble

The bank's clients are likely involved in the basis trade, rather than making a directional bet, said an analyst.

Goldman Sachs Disclosed Ownership of Bitcoin ETFs. Here's Why It Doesn't Mean Much

Dogecoin

With Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) price struggling and U.S. inflation data exceeding expectations, market analysts recommend that crypto investors holding long positions prioritize downside protection and closely monitor institutional flows. After hotter-than-expected inflation data was released, Bitcoin experienced a 2% decline to levels below $95,000, highlighting the ongoing volatility and uncertainty within the cryptocurrency market.

Bitcoin, XRP, Dogecoin Decline 2% On Hotter-Than-Expected Inflation Print

Berlín, a city of 20,000 people, is home to El Salvador's second Bitcoin circular economy. “Bitcoin City already exists.

El Salvador Dispatch: Berlín, the Bitcoin Marvel Hidden in the Mountains

Ethereum

Bitcoin dropped as it became clear that inflation was worse than expected in January.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Drop as US Reports Inflation Rose to 3% in January

Elon Musk has backed bitcoin hero Ron Paul for Fed chair—author of 2009 book End The Fed

The End Of The Fed?—Trump Calls For Lower Rates As Bitcoin Price Plummets

Both the headline and core rates of inflation rose faster than expected in January.

Disappointing U.S. CPI Data Sends Bitcoin Tumbling Below $95K

Bitcoin's price remains volatile as institutional investors accumulate while retail traders remain bearish amid wider market uncertainty.

Bitcoin struggles with heightened volatility as US tariffs and Fed policy fuel market uncertainty: analysts

El Salvador's attempt to embrace Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as legal tender has conclusively proven that the cryptocurrency is not viable as a widespread payment system, according to an analysis by John Paul Koning. What Happened: Even with government support, adoption sputtered, Koning stated in a blog post.

El Salvador Proved 'Bitcoin Is Not Destined To Be Money,' Analyst Says

Bitcoin ETFs faced a net outflow of $56.76 million, while ether ETFs enjoyed a net inflow of $12.57 million, highlighting divergent investor sentiments. Bitcoin ETFs See $56.76 Million Outflow With Ether ETFs Attracting $12.58 Million Inflow The daily trading action of crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on Tuesday, Feb.

Bitcoin ETFs See Another Day of Outflows As Ether ETFs Bounce Back With $12 Million Inflow

Some traders expect a dollar unwind on any indications of a rate cut — which could bump risk assets and provide an entry for crypto investors looking to bet on higher prices.

Dogecoin Leads Market Slide as Bitcoin Traders Monitor Dollar Positioning

The U.S. inflation report due later today might shift bitcoin (BTC) out of the doldrums that have mired it this week.

Crypto Daybook Americas: Inflation Data May Shake Out Bitcoin's Doldrums as Demand for BTC Picks Up

Bitcoin (BTC) price has started to consolidate above the $95,000 support after falling below the moving average lines.

Bitcoin Price Moves Sideways Above $95,000

Auradine's latest bitcoin miner, a U.S.-designed ASIC chip, is making waves in the mining hardware market after tests demonstrate an efficiency comparable to Bitmain's leading miner. This article is from Theminermag, a trade publication for the cryptocurrency mining industry, focusing on the latest news and research on institutional bitcoin mining companies.

US-Designed Bitcoin Miner Delivers Promising Results

Cardano

Solana

Attention in the crypto sector is shifting away from memecoins and moving towards large-cap layer-1 projects, according to the digital asset analytics firm Santiment. Santiment notes traders are more focused on Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), Toncoin (TON) and Cardano (ADA), which the firm says suggests a healthier crypto market dynamic.

Attention Shifting Away From Memecoins to Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and Cardano: Santiment

On Tuesday, February 11, gold prices hit an all-time high of $2,942.70 per ounce amid concerns over President Trump's tariff announcement. Gold Holds Onto ‘Safe Haven' Status On Feb. 11, gold prices surged to $2,942.70 per ounce, a new all-time high, amid concerns that U.S.

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