Bitcoin

Bitcoin is the pioneer of blockchains and cryptocurrencies, introduced in a white paper released in 2008 by an apparently pseudonymous person or group of people known as Satoshi Nakamoto. The document described a peer-to-peer method of transferring money without the use of financial institutions. The cryptocurrency known as bitcoin or BTC debuted in 2009. Transactions are recorded on a public ledger (a blockchain) by entities known as miners who engage in process called proof-of-work. Miners are rewarded for doing that by getting newly minted bitcoin. Some proponents view BTC as an alternative to fiat currencies and a hedge against inflation. Bitcoin has inspired the creation of numerous other cryptocurrencies and blockchain projects.

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Bitcoin Eyes Biggest Monthly Price Decline Since May

Despite trading 2.8% higher Wednesday at $42,200, bitcoin is eyeing a 10% monthly decline, the biggest loss since May. Richard Johnson, founder and CEO of FINRA and SEC-registered broker-dealer Texture Capital, discusses his outlook for bitcoin, the potential impact of China's crypto ban on the markets, DeFi, and smart contract protocols.

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Bitcoin Declines From Resistance, Approaches $40K Support

Bitcoin is trapped in a narrowing price range and is trading lower after sellers responded to resistance near $45,000. Support is nearby at $40,000, which could stabilize the pullback. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

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Vincere Wealth Exec.: ‘The Story of the Decade Is Bitcoin Adoption’

As bitcoin slides, Isaiah Douglass, management partner at financial advisor Vincere Wealth, discusses his crypto markets outlook, explaining why “the story of the decade is adoption in bitcoin.” Plus, insights into his client base, advice for investors, and his view that bitcoin is default insurance for fixed income investors.

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IDX CIO on Selling Fully Out of Bitcoin Exposure

Quantitative asset manager IDX Digital Assets has sold all of its bitcoin holdings. IDX Chief Investment Officer Ben McMillan discusses why, citing news from China, global regulatory actions, and BTC’s speculative nature.

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Interaxis Co-founder: Institutional Adoption of Crypto Is 'Just Not There'

Reacting to SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci saying institutional interest in crypto is weakening, Adam Blumberg, co-founder of financial advisor Interaxis, discusses why "institutional adoption is just not there." He adds most institutions are not ready for bitcoin, its volatility, its custody, or regulators. Plus, his views on the potential impact of China's crypto ban on the crypto markets, digital yuan, El Salvador's Bitcoin Law, and more.

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Crypto Funds Draw Most Inflows in 3 Weeks Despite China’s Crypto Crackdown

Crypto funds are drawing the most new money in three weeks, even amid China’s crackdown on cryptocurrencies. New data on weekly crypto asset flows reveals investors pumped $95 million into digital asset products last week, more than double the prior week. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

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El Salvador Pres. Nayib Bukele: Almost a Third of Salvadorans Are Using the Bitcoin Wallet

Almost a third of Salvadorans, or roughly 2.1 million people, are actively using the El Salvador government-run bitcoin wallet Chivo less than a month after the country adopted the cryptocurrency as legal tender, President Nayib Bukele said in a tweet. "The Hash" team discusses the latest on the state of crypto affairs and bitcoin adoption in El Salvador.

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Bobby Lee on China's Crypto Ban: 'Cryptocurrency Will Never Get Squashed,' Predicts Bitcoin Goes Up to $100-$200K by Year-End

Reacting to China's latest cryptocurrency crackdown outlawing crypto-related transactions as the country's most comprehensive and severe ban yet, Ballet CEO and former BTCC co-founder Bobby Lee discusses why bitcoin will always be around and thrive. "As a planet, cryptocurrency will never get squashed," he said. Lee also shared his take on the future of OTC trading in China as prominent crypto exchange Huobi Global announced it would stop serving existing China-based users by December 31. Plus, bitcoin's price prediction by the end of the year.

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Market Wrap: Bitcoin estabiliza após liquidação da proibição de Cripto na China; volatilidade deve permanecer elevada

As negociações de Criptomoeda se acalmaram, mas analistas esperam mais volatilidade.

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