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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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Crypto Custody Explained: Benefits and Risks
There is no shortage of horror stories about stolen funds, hacks and lost passwords in the crypto industry. This is where crypto custody comes into play. Casa CEO Nick Neuman breaks down three types of custodians, as well as the benefits and risks of each.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Slides Toward $29K
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for April 19, 2023.
Bitcoin Drops to $29K in Sudden Sell-Off
The slide – which followed a huge market sell order at Binance – flushed millions of dollars' worth of futures positions.
MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Holding Doesn’t Necessarily Pose a Concentration Risk: Bernstein
Rising bitcoin prices mean a stronger balance sheet, higher stock prices and easier debt repayment, without the company needing to sell its holdings, the report said.
First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Rally Stalls Above $30K; Ether Hits $2.1K
ALSO: Former CoinDesk head of research Noelle Acheson writes that longer-term narratives such as bitcoin's recent store-of-value story matter but that price depends more on fleeting, often fickle sentiment.
Bitcoin’s 'Store-of-Value' Narrative Is Real but Not a Price Mover
Longer-term narratives matter, argues Noelle Acheson, but they don’t set the price. That is set by short-term sentiment, which is both contagious and fickle.
Bitcoin Financial Services Firm Unchained Capital Raises $60M
The Series B funding comes about five months after the company cut 15% of its staff amid the pressures of the prolonged crypto bear market.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Regains $30K as Alts Heat Up
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for April 18, 2023.
Lesser-Known Bitcoin Indicator Signals Onset of Major Bull Run
The "reserve-risk" indicator has been historically reliable.
The Biggest Crypto Bull Cycle Is Upon Us: Bernstein
Macro catalysts are lining up for bitcoin, a new report from the brokerage firm said.
