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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 Treasury Bandwagon Reaches Africa as Altvest Jumps on Board
The South African alternative investment firm has bought one bitcoin.
Bitcoin Hashrate Growth Slows Amid Tough Market Conditions for Smaller Miners
The latest MinerMag report shows a slowdown in Bitcoin hashrate growth amid shifting market conditions.
Onramp and Arch Launch Bitcoin-Backed Lending Service
The new lending product allows Bitcoin holders to access liquidity without selling their assets.
Strategy Set for Another $2B in Bitcoin Buying Power as it Prices Latest Capital Raise
The convertible note offering is expected to close tomorrow.
Blockchain Bridging Protocol LayerZero to Connect With Bitcoin Sidechain Rootstock
Rootstock's aim is to end Bitcoin's "isolation" from other chains due to its lack of native smart contracts.
Metaplanet Now Holds 2,100 Bitcoin, Purchases 68 More BTC
Metaplanet reaches a milestone of 0.01% of the total bitcoin supply.
Bitcoin Could Drop to $86K as Demand, Network Activity Falter: CryptoQuant
Bitcoin entered the final stretch of its weekly cycle and could bottom soon, a well-followed trader said.
Bitcoin Rewards App Fold Volatile in Wall Street Debut
The firm, which holds 1,000 BTC, went public on the Nasdaq Wednesday via a SPAC merger.
Bitcoin Not to Be 'Lumped Together' With Crypto: Czech Central Bank Chief Michl
Ales Michl had previously proposed the Czech National Bank consider bitcoin as a reserve asset.
Semler Scientific Q4 EPS Jumps to $3.64 After Marking Up Bitcoin Holdings
The medical-devices company currently holds 3,192 bitcoin after boosting its holdings earlier this month.
