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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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MicroStrategy Reports Q2 Loss; Bitcoin Holdings Rise to 226,500
Still not switching over to mark-to-market, the company booked an impairment charge of $180.1 million in the second quarter.
Bitcoin Plunges More Than 10% Since Hitting $70K 72 Hours Ago
The slide in the odds of a Donald Trump victory in November might have bulls rethinking some bets.
First Mover Americas: Crypto Markets Reel on Geopolitical Risk
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 1, 2024.
Bitcoin Indicator That Forewarned Late 2023 Volatility Explosion Is Lighting Up Again
Bitcoin's Bollinger bandwidth has narrowed to levels that have historically preceded volatility explosions.
Donald Trump Site Lists Limited-Edition 'Bitcoin Sneakers' for as Much as $500 a Pair
The most expensive bright orange, high-top sneakers are already sold out and being relisted on eBay for as high as $2,500.
Large Bitcoin Holders Added $5.4B in BTC in July, Data Show
Large holders resorted to bargain hunting in July as the cryptocurrency experienced two-way price volatility.
Bitcoin Tumbles Below $65K Post-FOMC as Middle East Tensions Flare
The price action happened as Iran's leadership reportedly ordered retaliatory attacks against Israel, increasing concerns about a broader conflict in the Middle East.
Bitcoin Price Shrugs Off Latest $2B Mt. Gox Transfer as Distribution Nears Its End
Bitcoin holdings of Mt. Gox wallets are down to $3 billion from $9 billion a month ago, Arkham data shows.
