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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You Can Soon Pay for Car Insurance With Bitcoin

There's now one more thing you will be able to buy with bitcoin: car insurance. San Francisco-based insurance startup Metromile wants to be the first to allow customers to pay with bitcoin, as well as be paid for insurance claims with bitcoin. Dan Preston of Metromile joins "First Mover" to discuss how Metromile works.

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SEC Will Consider Yet Another Bitcoin ETF Application

A new bitcoin ETF application from Wise Origin will join the growing line of would-be ETFs awaiting SEC approval. CoinDesk's Nik De breaks down what we know so far about Wise Origin's application and shares his thoughts about whether the influx of ETF applications is a positive or a negative for the crypto industry.

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Bitcoin Rally on Pause, But Data Look Promising

Coin Metrics Senior Research Analyst Nate Maddrey breaks down how bitcoin is trading, bitcoin perpetual futures open interest, the hash rate, and market value to realized value ratio.

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Dogecoin Trading Volume 'Exploding,' Surpasses Bitcoin

Coin Metrics data show Dogecoin’s trading volume has "exploded," even surpassing the trading volume of bitcoin. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

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Tom Brady Has Laser Eyes for Bitcoin

Football superstar Tom Brady has updated his profile picture to have laser eyes, indicating his bullish outlook for bitcoin. "The Hash" panel discusses Brady's participation in the long-running meme and its potential impact on mainstream audiences.

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Crypto Taking Off in Latin America

Many U.S. investors might view bitcoin mostly as a store of value, but in Latin America, bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are emerging as useful payment methods. Daniel Vogel of Bitso joins "First Mover" to discuss the state of the crypto markets in Latin America, Bitso's expansion plans and what's behind the stablecoin boom in the region.

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Square's $3.5B Bitcoin Earnings Are A Bullish Sign for Institutional Adoption

Bitcoin's steady price this week may not have been flashy, but several important corporate moves are a bullish sign for things to come. Square's Q1 earnings revealed a $3.5 billion bitcoin-related profit for Cash App alone, NYDIG hired a top hedge fund titan, and Goldman Sach's first bitcoin derivatives products hit the market. "All About Bitcoin's Week-in-Review panel discusses this week's big bitcoin news.

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Square’s Cash App Generated $3.5B in Bitcoin Revenue in Q1

Square’s bitcoin business is driving the bottom line. Cash App generated $3.5 billion alone in bitcoin revenue during the first quarter. “The Hash” panel discusses the significance of Square’s bitcoin success.

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Chart of the Day: Bitcoin Consolidation

Bitcoin has been trading sideways throughout the week, nearing resistance at $58K. Data suggests traders were quick to take profits during rallies, and the slowing momentum indicated bitcoin was ready to take a breath after breaking through the $50K barrier. "All About Bitcoin's" host Christine Lee breaks down the data in the Chart of the Day.

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Jackson, Tennessee Wants to Become the Next Bitcoin Hub

Scott Conger, mayor of Jackson, Tennessee, wants the city to become a major hub for crypto companies. Conger’s plans include facilitating mining and paying city employees in bitcoin. Conger joins “First Mover” to talk about his crypto dreams for Jackson and how he plans to make them a reality.

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