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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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Bitcoin’s Resistance Zone
Bitcoin held $56K support over the weekend and is now inching toward $60K resistance. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Bill Maher Slams Bitcoin: Financially Out of Touch or Just Dark Comedy?
Comedian Bill Maher called bitcoin “an environment-destroying Ponzi scheme” on his talk show “Real Time” last week. Maher’s comments illustrate a lack of understanding about cryptocurrency, but is he just being a contrarian to make the headlines? “The Hash” panel debates.
Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger Calls Bitcoin 'Disgusting'
Charlie Munger has not been shy about his dislike of crypto. Still, at the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders meeting, the 97-year old attacked bitcoin, calling it "disgusting" and "contrary to the interests of human civilization." "The Hash" panel breaks down Munger's comments and what they say about the relevance of investment giants in the DeFi age. Plus, a comparison of the performance of bitcoin vs. Berkshire Hathaway.
What’s Going On With The SEC’s Review of Bitcoin ETF Applications?
Today marks the official deadline for the SEC to make an initial decision regarding the VanEck bitcoin ETF. As expected, the SEC has pushed back the decision until June. CoinDesk’s Nik De discusses what’s behind the delays and when the SEC will likely reach a decision.
Being Paid in Bitcoin: Are We Really There Yet?
Earlier this week, NFL player Sean Culkin announced that he would be converting his entire 2021 salary into bitcoin, but is this a feasible option for other people?
Options Contract Expiries Seem to Be Tied to Price Spikes
Data suggests that the expiration of monthly options contracts seems to be tied to bullish short-term moves. In this Chart of the Day segment, "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee reviews what analysts think might happen if the pattern continues.
How Will Traditional Banks Fare in the New Digital Economy?
As the economy transitions away from a traditional banking structure to a digital, decentralized structure, what will happen to the banks? Former Wall Street exec Bill Powers shares his thoughts and discusses his transition to Arca, his price predictions for bitcoin, and whether predictions of coming inflation will impact the crypto markets.
Ex-Florida Tax Collector Reportedly Offered Bitcoin in Exchange for Trump Pardon
According to unverified reports from the Daily Beast, a Florida tax collector known as the first to accept bitcoin for payments offered Roger Stone bitcoin via text message in exchange for a presidential pardon from Trump. Nikhilesh De has the latest.
La La Anthony Talks Bitcoin, Creating Generational Wealth, NFTs and More
Producer and New York Times best-selling author La La Anthony is using her celebrity platform to help encourage skeptical communities to learn more about investing in bitcoin. She talks about her crypto journey with “Community Crypto” host Isaiah Jackson. They discuss her Gemini partnership, the future of NFTs and how cryptocurrencies can benefit the black community and create generational wealth.
Bitcoin's Price May Be Lower But Other Data Looks Bullish
Maxim Nurov of Digital Finance joins "All About Bitcoin" to share the bullish signs he sees in the bitcoin market, including the six-month low in miner transfers of bitcoin to exchanges.