Bitcoin

O Bitcoin é o pioneiro das blockchains e criptomoedas, introduzido em um white paper lançado em 2008por uma pessoa ou grupo de pessoas aparentemente pseudônimo conhecido comoSatoshi Nakamoto. O documento descreveu um método peer-to-peer de transferência de dinheiro sem o uso de instituições financeiras. A Criptomoeda conhecida como Bitcoin ou BTCestreou em 2009. As transações são registradas em um livro-razão público (umcadeia de blocos) por entidades conhecidas comomineirosque se envolvem em um processo chamadoprova de trabalho. Os mineradores são recompensados ​​por fazer isso obtendo Bitcoin recém-cunhados. Alguns proponentes veem o BTC como uma alternativa às moedas fiduciárias e uma proteção contra a inflação. O Bitcoin inspirou a criação de inúmeras outras criptomoedas e projetos de blockchain.

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Paxful Launches Tool Allowing Merchants to Get Paid in Bitcoin

Peer-to-peer digital asset marketplace Paxful is launching a tool that will allow businesses to receive payments in bitcoin. The tool is particularly aimed at merchants who have been shut out of the traditional banking system. Paxful CEO Ray Youssef explains the use case for the new tool. Plus, the state of crypto adoption in Africa.

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Did Elon Musk's Bitcoin Breakup Emoji Spook the Markets?

Bitcoin dropped to $36K today, and many are blaming the drop on Elon Musk's Twitter presence. The Tesla CEO posted a broken heart meme insinuating he was breaking up with bitcoin, but is that what's really behind bitcoin's dip? Jeffrey Wang of Amber Group joins "First Mover" to weigh in on what's driving the crypto markets.

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Is Banning Bitcoin the Solution to Ransomware Attacks?

After the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack, some on Capitol Hill are wondering whether restrictions – or even an outright ban – on bitcoin are a solution for the growing problem of ransomware attacks. CoinDesk's Nik De weighs in.

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Bitcoin's Price Inches Towards $40K, Are Further Gains Ahead?

The price of bitcoin is hovering around $38K, but is the upward momentum likely to last? "All About Bitcoin's" host Christine Lee looks at the data in the "Chart of the Day."

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Governments Meet Crypto Industry; Hope for Bitcoin Miners in Sichuan

Governments throughout Asia are meeting with the crypto industry to discuss how to regulate the booming industry. Chinese local media reports the authorities in Sichuan may take a more lenient approach to bitcoin mining despite Beijing’s mining clampdown. Also, BC Group’s OSL announces tie-up with SC Ventures. More on that story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

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Multi-Sigs Addresses Have Been Accumulating More Bitcoins Since 2018. What Does This Mean for Your Investment?

Adoption of multi-signature addresses rose significantly after first being introduced, but since 2019 have plateaued. The much-anticipated Taproot activation is expected to boost multi-sig use. CoinDesk's Galen Moore joins "All About Bitcoin" to discuss the importance of multi-signature technology.

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Why Aren’t More Bitcoin Holders Using Secure Multi-Sig Addresses?

According to data from Coin Metrics and BitMEX, the amount of bitcoin stored in multi-signature wallets has increased 60% since 2018 but has remained flat ever since June 2019. “All About Bitcoin’s” host Christine Lee breaks down the data.

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Palestinian Militant Group Hamas Sees Increase in Crypto Donations Since Start of Conflict With Israel Last Month

The Palestinian militant group Hamas has seen a surge in cryptocurrency donations since the start of the escalating conflict in besieged Gaza. “The Hash” team explores bitcoin as a tool for freedom, and its role in the global financial system.

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Goldman Sachs Analyst Says Crypto Is an Alternative to Copper, Not Gold

Jeff Currie, Goldman Sachs’ head of commodities research, said Tuesday cryptocurrencies are not a substitute for gold when looking for an inflation hedge, but for copper. He noted that while gold is viewed as a haven asset, both bitcoin and copper behave as “risk-on” inflation hedges. “The Hash” panel digs into the assessment.

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Bitcoin Is Rangebound so What Are Crypto Analysts Watching?

We get a crypto markets update and outlook from Michele Schneider, MarketGauge Group managing director.

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