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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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'Temporarily Bullish' Outlook for Bitcoin Despite Recent Volatility: Analyst

Trade the Chain Director of Research Nick Mancini discusses his "temporarily bullish" short-term outlook on bitcoin (BTC) and levels to watch as the cryptocurrency recovers from daily lows. Plus, his take on BTC's latest resiliency and volatility.

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Crypto Markets Dominated by ‘Pure Risk-Off Sentiment’: Defiance ETFs CEO

Bitcoin (BTC) is trading with increasing volatility as the token sunk 6% in the past 24 hours to $19,000. Defiance ETFs CEO Sylvia Jablonski joins "First Mover" to discuss her crypto outlook amid inflation concerns. Plus, how the newly launched $IBIT can be used to dampen market blows during crypto winter.

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Bitcoin Rises and Falls 7% in 24 Hours

Bitcoin on a rocky rollercoaster ride Tuesday, rising and falling about 7% over the past 24 hours. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

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What a Strong Dollar Means for Crypto Market

Bitcoin (BTC) and other major cryptocurrencies are spiking higher Tuesday after the recent crash of fiat currencies worldwide against the U.S. dollar. eToro Crypto Consultant Glen Goodman discusses the impact of the dollar's strength on the crypto markets.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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).

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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."

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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.

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