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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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Market Wrap: Bitcoin Pushes Higher as Traditional Markets Decline
Fear of a global recession impact equities and fiat currencies.
Bitcoin Lake Project Founder on Sustainable Crypto Mining Through Used Cooking Oil
Some residents in Guatemala are taking a cue from El Salvador's Bitcoin Beach, aiming to use cooking oil remnants that could otherwise make its way into a local lake in Panajachel (Pana), for bitcoin (BTC) mining. Bitcoin Lake Founder Patrick Melder shares insights into the project. "It's the first time in the world that cooking oil is being used to create energy to mine bitcoin," Melder said.
Bitcoin's 'Pain Spot' at $18K: Crypto Educator
Prosper Trading Academy Cryptocurrency Educator Howard Greenberg discusses levels to watch for bitcoin (BTC), breaking down the data on open interest, calls vs. puts and daily trading activity as global macro headwinds persist.
Bitcoin Back Above $19K as Recession Concerns Loom
Bitcoin (BTC) trading up slightly Monday after slumping to lows under $19,000 over the weekend as concerns over a potential global recession heighten, triggered by high interest rates and energy shortages. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Crypto Doesn’t Have Same Level of Ethics as Private Equity, Billionaire Says
The Financial Times reports that billionaire co-founder of Thoma Bravo, Orlando Bravo, said he was disappointed that some ethical standards in parts of the crypto industry are not at the same level "we're all used to in private equity." "The Hash" panel discusses the article and Bravo's views on bitcoin (BTC).
What Are Some Other Types of Distributed Ledger Technology?
Blockchain is not the only distributed ledger technology, what else is there? Plus, does an Ethereum proof-of-work fork make sense? Answers to these questions and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
Can Tech Elites ‘Earn Enough Money to Insulate Themselves?’: A Conversation With 'Survival of the Richest' Author
Douglas Rushkoff, author of “Survival of the Richest: Escape Fantasies of the Tech Billionaires”, believes that tech billionaires are under the impression that "they can earn enough money to insulate themselves." Plus, the significance of creating value with bitcoin for people instead of solely focusing on the token's monetary value.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Up Slightly After Hitting Weekend Lows on Recession Fears
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Sept. 26, 2022.
First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Sticks Near $19K; the Most ‘Profitable’ Mining GPU Makes You Back Your Money in 3 Years
Ether and other major cryptos spend much of the weekend in the red to close a turbulent week.
