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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Mercados

Crypto Traders Lean Bearish as Bitcoin Hovers Above $26K; DOGE, XRP Dip Most Among Majors

While bitcoin is currently in a consolidation period, an analysis of past cycles suggests that gains can be expected after 2024’s halving event, one data firm said.

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Bitcoin and S&P 500 Eye Quarterly Loss as Bonds Look Most Attractive Since 2009

Relative attractiveness of bonds means less incentive to invest in bitcoin. The leading cryptocurrency is considered a zero-yielding risk asset, by some observers.

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Bitcoin Holding Above $26K Is ‘Remarkable’ as Equities Take a Hit. What’s Next for BTC’s Price?

The 200-week and 200-day moving averages converge at $27,800, acting as an obstacle to further BTC price gains.

BTC price today (CoinDesk)

Tecnologia

Google Cloud Pushes Deeper Into Blockchain Data, Adding 11 Networks Including Polygon

Google’s cloud-computing business has stored historical data on Bitcoin since 2018, claiming the service provides faster access than can be obtained directly from the blockchain.

James Tromans, global head of Web3, Google Cloud. (CoinDesk TV)

Vídeos

Robinhood Crypto General Manager Focused on 'Removing the Barrier to the Crypto Space'

Robinhood recently added wallet support for bitcoin and dogecoin, increasing the breadth of its crypto wallet beyond the Ethereum ecosystem. Robinhood Crypto General Manager Johann Kerbrat shares insights into the trading platform's crypto journey and the latest trends in user activity.

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First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Vapid; Toncoin Leads Weekly Gains

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Sept. 22, 2023.

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Dogecoin Beats Bitcoin in Price Stability Amid Crypto Trading Lull

DOGE's new-found stability reflects lack of investor interest in trading alternative cryptocurrencies.

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