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.

Bitcoin (BTC) is continuing to chip away at a key level of resistance at $120,000 as it sets its sights on fresh record highs.

Crypto Markets Today: BTC Pressures $120K as Traders Brace for Potential Short Squeeze

The bank's Global Head of Digital Assets Research argued that Bitcoin has deviated from a pattern of falling prices 18 months post-halving.

Bitcoin Could Reach $135,000 Soon: Standard Chartered

The debasement trade, also known as the sound money or hard asset trade, is well and truly alive. Bitcoin (BTC), at more than $120,000, sits just a stone's throw from its all-time high of $124,000.

'Debaser Trade' in Full Force as Bitcoin and Gold ETFs Rank in Top 10 for Volume

Ethereum

Bitcoin is holding above $120,000 on Friday morning as the U.S. government remains in shutdown. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $120,304.71 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $4,474.50 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $230.15 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $3.03 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.2556 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001239 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 147,934 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $401.39 million.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Remain Strong As ETF Flows Reach $900 Million

Bitcoin may be entering a decisive phase as macro and crypto-specific forces converge.

BTC, Gold Jump as Shutdown Delays Data, Fuels Rate-Cut Bets: Crypto Daybook Americas

Bitcoin ETFs logged $627 million in inflows on Thursday, their fourth straight day of gains, while ether ETFs brought in $307 million across seven funds. Both asset classes are enjoying surging institutional demand and rising trading volumes.

Institutional Demand Surges as Bitcoin and Ether ETFs See Over $900 Million Inflows

The daily inflow streak for BlackRock's IBIT surpassed $1 billion on Thursday, contributing to a $2.25 billion run across all Bitcoin ETFs.

Bitcoin ETF net inflows surge past $2 billion this week as ‘Uptober' momentum builds

Bitcoin (BTC) has risen 10% this week as several groups of wallet holders switch from distribution to accumulation for the first time since August. The largest cryptocurrency rose above $121,000 on Thursday, the highest since it hit a record on Aug. 14, CoinDesk data shows.

Accumulation Trends Strengthen as Bitcoin Breaks Through $120K

Dogecoin

BNB's push above $1,100 has shifted attention to the BNB Chain's native names, with investors rotating into protocols that capture fees and on-chain activity.

BNB Breakout Over $1.1K Leaves Bitcoin, Dogecoin Behind, With Ecosystem Tokens in Focus

Britain is the third largest sovereign bitcoin holder, but debates over digital ID reveal a deeper struggle over freedom, trust, and control.

Bitcoin And Digital ID Show The UKs Fight Over Freedom

Bitcoin demand has been quietly expanding since July, setting the stage for what could be another late-year rally to over $200,000

Bitcoin to $200K by End of 2025? This Cycle Indicator Points to Explosive Months Ahead

Billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio expressed skepticism Thursday that central banks will consider holding Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as a reserve currency, citing privacy concerns. Dalio Speaks On Bitcoin's Perception As ‘Alternate Money' Dalio took to X, sharing an older clip from the Master Investor Podcast in which he weighed on Bitcoin's role as a form of money.

Ray Dalio Doubts Any Central Bank Would Take On Bitcoin As Reserve Currency Despite Many Seeing It As Alternative Money: 'There's No Privacy'

Leading cryptocurrencies and stocks rose higher on Thursday, as investors shrugged off government shutdown concerns. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:25 p.m.

Bitcoin Breaks $121,000; Ethereum, Dogecoin, XRP Also Extend Gains: Analytics Firm Says BTC Rally To $130,000 'Appears Realistic'

The UK Treasury is reportedly considering keeping most of the 61,000 bitcoins seized from Chinese fraudsters in 2018, potentially to help address fiscal shortfalls. However, officials have warned against relying on the crypto due to the likelihood of a lengthy legal battle.

Officials Warn Against Using Seized BTC to Fill UK Fiscal Gap Amid Legal Uncertainty

Politicians have long slammed the amount of money Bitcoin miners use. Lawmakers now want to tax them for it.

New York Democratic Lawmakers Want Bitcoin Miners to Pay More Tax. Here's Why

Dash

Zcash

Zcash, with a gain of more than 130% since Sept. 25, fueled a rally among privacy coins on Oct. 2. ZEC Leads the Rally On the day bitcoin ( BTC) reached $120,000 for the first time since Aug. 14, privacy coins stole the limelight with many seeing double-digit gains.

ZEC, XMR, DASH Lead Privacy Coin Rally as Bitcoin Reaches $120K

The price of bitcoin and ethereum are rising alongside stocks, which have historically gained during similar shutdowns.

Bitcoin tops $121,000, ether hits three-week high amid US shutdown shuffle

Bitcoin surged above $120,000 on Thursday, hitting its highest valuation since the start of August. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $120,796.57 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $4,503.90 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $232.23 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $3.07 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.2593 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001268 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 137,574 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $448.47 million.

Bitcoin Surpasses $120,000 As XRP Hits $3, Ethereum, Dogecoin Surge

In his latest blog post, Hayes attacks the Eurozone, in particular focusing on France's problems.

Bitcoin Billionaire Arthur Hayes Predicts Europe Central Bank Turmoil Will Boost BTC

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Explodes to $121,000 as Q4 Begins — All-Time Highs Up Next? Bitcoin is kicking off October with momentum, surging past $121,000 and closing in on its all-time high. Bitcoin Price Explodes to $121,000 as Q4 Begins — All-Time Highs Up Next? Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Explodes to $121,000 as Q4 Begins — All-Time Highs Up Next?

The month of October boasts bitcoin's highest median return and almost always performs better than any other month. History Rhymes: Bitcoin Tops $120,000 in Seasonal Rally Revival October is the month when bitcoin bulls run, at least that's what performance data from Coinglass shows.

Bitcoin Breaks $120K as ‘Uptober' Phenomenon Repeats

Bitcoin Magazine New York Targets Bitcoin Mining with Proposed Tax Hike Bill A new bill proposed in the New York State Senate would impose heightened taxes on certain bitcoin mining companies, disincentivizing these companies from operating in the state. New York Targets Bitcoin Mining with Proposed Tax Hike Bill Frank Corva.

New York Targets Bitcoin Mining with Proposed Tax Hike Bill

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) roared with $676 million in inflows on Wednesday, marking their third straight day of gains, while ether ETFs added $81 million across four funds. Both asset classes are enjoying a strong revival of institutional demand.

Bitcoin ETFs Soar With $676 Million Inflow as Ether ETFs Add $81 Million

Bitcoin Magazine Your COVID Stimulus Check Would Be Worth 1,700% More If You Bought Bitcoin It's been over five years since the U.S. government issued its first $1,200 COVID-19 stimulus checks. For many Americans, the money was used for bills, groceries, or other necessities.

Your COVID Stimulus Check Would Be Worth 1,700% More If You Bought Bitcoin

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) broke above $120,000 in Thursday trading as JPMorgan Chase (NASDAQ:JPM) raised its year-end price target to $165,000. What Happened: JPMorgan analysts now project Bitcoin could climb to $165,000 by the end of 2025, citing its undervaluation compared to gold on a volatility-adjusted basis as reported by The Block.

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