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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First Mover Asia: Hong Kong FinTech Chair Praises Crypto Friendly Policy Statement; Dogecoin Outshines Bitcoin, Ether

Neil Tan said that the statement by the Financial Services and Treasury Bureau acknowledged the importance of retail investors and would help clarify regulatory issues similar to other countries recent frameworks.

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Dogecoin continues to soar as Musk asserts himself at Twitter. (Midjourney/CoinDesk)

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Jimmy Song: There Are a Lot of Enemies of Bitcoin

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Bitcoin White Paper Turns 14 Years Old

'Thank God for Bitcoin' author Jimmy Song and bitcoiner Nolan Bauerle discuss the trials and tribulations of the Bitcoin network as it celebrates the 14th anniversary of its white paper. Where does Bitcoin go from here?

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Bitcoin White Paper First Released 14 Years Ago Today

The Bitcoin white paper was released 14 years ago today under an MIT public license for all to learn from, share and enjoy. "The Hash" panel discusses the importance to remembering the digital gold's humble beginning, the evolution of the crypto industry in the past 14 years and outlook for the industry.

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End of the Monopoly: How Bitcoin Will Usher in a New Era of Governance in Crypto

On the 14th anniversary of the date the Bitcoin white paper was published, Edan Yago reflects on the continuing revolution kickstarted by crypto.

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The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Oct. 31, 2022.

The price of ether has risen 16% in the past week. (Getty Images)

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