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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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Market Wrap: Bitcoin Little Affected by Fed Interest Rate Hike
The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization ticked down, but only slightly, following a fourth consecutive 75 bps increase.
BTC Markets Entering a New Phase in Potential Accumulation Season
Asset managers appear comfortable with increasing their exposure to bitcoin.
Bitcoin's Volatility Meltdown
Bitcoin's annualized three-month implied volatility recently slipped to nearly 50%, a level seen only five times since 2020. The one-month implied volatility dropped to 56%, according to Laevitas. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Fed Suggests Shift in Tightening Policy; Rogue Actor Disrupts Lightning Network With One Transaction
The U.S. Federal Reserve hinted a potential change in its monetary policy at its latest meeting Wednesday. Twitter user "Burak" (@brqgoo) allegedly created a non-standard Bitcoin transaction that prevented users from opening new Lightning channels. Bitcoin miner Iris Energy (IREN) said some of its mining equipment, owned by special-purpose vehicles, aren't producing enough cash to meet financing obligations.
Federal Reserve Hikes Rates as Expected, Will Watch 'Lags' in Monetary Policy; Bitcoin Rises
The U.S. central bank raised the main interest rate by 0.75 percentage point, as expected. Officials say they'll monitor "lags" in the impact of "cumulative" efforts so far, possibly a tip that a dovish shift is being considered.
Bitcoin and Ether Steady Ahead of Fed Decision
Bitcoin's price was trading around $20,400, little changed from the past 24 hours as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision at 2 p.m. ET.
Bitcoin Trading Flat Above $20K Ahead of Fed’s Interest Rate Decision
Bitcoin (BTC) is holding its ground above the $20,000 threshold as investors await another key interest rate decision from the U.S. Federal Reserve. WazirX co-founder Nischal Shetty discusses his outlook on the markets and the state of crypto in India. Plus, details on his blockchain startup Shardeum raising $18 million in seed funding.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin, Ether Slip Ahead of Fed
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Nov. 2, 2022.
Ether and Bitcoin 'Straddles' Can Help Capture Post-Fed Price Swings
Straddle, an options strategy that involves buying both bullish calls and bearish puts, looks cheap, one observer said.
