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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 Outlook for Next Week
By some estimates, bitcoin’s price next week may range from the mid-$50Ks to as low as $29K. “All About Bitcoin” discusses bitcoin’s possible outcomes next week. Plus, an update on the China bitcoin mining situation and a discussion of how institutional investors are responding to the dip.
What's Behind Bitcoin's Plummeting Price?
Between falling hashrates, capital gains taxes, and a substantial sell-off, it's been a hard week for bitcoin. "All About Bitcoin's" Week-in-Review panel weighs in on the biggest events of the week, including a new bitcoin ETF in Canada and Schwab's CEO voicing an interest in crypto.
Bitcoin Leads Price Sell-Off Across Crypto Markets
Amid news that President Biden will implement new tax laws increasing capital gains taxes, the crypto markets are experiencing pronounced sell-offs. Are the markets just temporarily spooked, or is this the sign of an impending bear market? "The Hash" panel debates. Plus, a discussion on "margin calls" and what crypto investors need to know about them.
BlockFi CEO Zac Prince is Buying the Dip
Both bitcoin and ether plunged overnight following news regarding President Biden's proposal to increase the capital gains tax. Zac Prince, CEO of BlockFi, joined "First Mover" to discuss crypto lending and commented on the latest crypto sell-off. "I actually woke up and bought some bitcoin this morning," Prince said.
Will Institutional Investors Buy the Dip?
Bitcoin sell-offs have led to a drop in price, but is this a brief pullback or the start of a larger price correction? According to Kyle Samani of Multicoin Capital, investors shouldn't be too worried. "The amount of institutional interest continues to increase in crypto," Samani said. "I expect every dip to be bought quite aggressively." Plus, his thoughts on leverage in the crypto markets and alternatives to the Ethereum blockchain for DeFi developers.
Does Bitcoin Have an Energy Problem?
Many bitcoin mining operations are using renewable energy to power their computers, especially hydroelectric power. CoinDesk’s Managing Director of Research Noelle Acheson joins “All About Bitcoin” to break down the environmental impact of mining and how it can be improved by making renewable energy more cost effective.
Which Energy Sources are Bitcoin Miners Using?
Bitcoin mining has been attacked for being environmentally taxing, but many mining operations are actually powered with renewable energy. Christine Lee breaks down the power sources used by miners worldwide in today's Chart of the Day.
Bitcoin’s Environmental Impact: Misconceptions and Reality
Bitcoin’s energy consumption has been a hot topic inside and outside the crypto sphere, but is bitcoin the environmental nightmare it is often made out to be? CoinDesk’s Ben Powers breaks down the energy debate surrounding bitcoin and the misunderstandings surrounding crypto mining.
Is Bitcoin Boredom Driving the Altcoin Rally?
Ether reached an all-time high Thursday, but bitcoin's upside momentum continued to slow. What's behind the rise of ether and the altcoin rally? Steven McClurg of Valkyrie Investments explains why he thinks there's a shift in investor behavior. McClurg also discusses the status of Valkyrie's ETF application and his thoughts on the impact of bitcoin ETFs on the markets.
Roger Ver on Bitcoin vs. Bitcoin Cash
Evangelist, entrepreneur, and investor Roger Ver on why he thinks bitcoin cash “has the best shot at bringing the most economic freedom to the most people around the world.” Plus, his comments on Bitcoin’s Lightning Network.
