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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 Outlook Ahead of Fed Rate Hike Decision
Bitcoin (BTC) and risk assets have been under pressure ahead of Wednesday's pivotal Federal Reserve meeting. Ben Emons, managing director of global macro strategy at Medley Global Advisors, discusses his market outlook and the possibility of a 100 basis-point rate hike.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Steady at $19K as Traders Wait for Fed's Decision
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Sept. 21, 2022.
Fed Preview: Bitcoin Investors to Look Past Jumbo Rate Hike and Focus on Economic Assessment and Borrowing Cost Estimates
The economy has remained stronger than policymakers expected in July. So hawkish risk is that Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the inflation fight is still in early stages, implying a higher terminal or peak rate.
Stablecoin Issuer Tether Ordered to Produce Documents Showing Backing of USDT
The order relates to a lawsuit that alleges unbacked USDT issuances have caused $1.4 trillion in damage to the market.
First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Flutters Around $19K; SEC Case Against Crypto Promoter Ian Balina Faces One Big Problem
Balina is charged with conducting an unregistered securities offering in 2018 for his SPRK ICO token, but proving that the Ethereum network should be subject to U.S. securities law will be difficult; cryptos largely decline.
Bitcoin Dips Below $19K Ahead of Expected Fed Rate Hike
Bitcoin (BTC) slips below $19,000 as investors await an expected Fed interest rate hike. Paul Eisma, head of trading at XBTO Group, shares his crypto outlook amid rising inflation and recession concerns across the globe. Plus, insights on the increasing institutional interest in cryptocurrency.
New Report Takes a Closer Look at Bitcoin Transaction Fees
Blockware Solutions and Riot Blockchain released a report on bitcoin (BTC) transaction fees with a focus on settlement finality. Joe Burnett, Head Analyst at Blockware Solutions who prepared the report, joins “All About Bitcoin” to discuss the key findings.
Bitcoin’s Pre-Fed Weakness Has Chart Analysts Focused on Support at $18.3K
Ahead of a pivotal Federal Reserve interest rate decision on Wednesday, bitcoin (BTC) is on the defensive and appears to be on track to test support at $18,300, which, if breached, could make the bear market worse, according to Katie Stockton, founder and managing partner at Fairlead Strategies.
Market Wrap: Markets Wait for Fed to Officially Announce What It Has Signaled for Weeks
Absent a huge surprise, markets are expecting interest rates to increase by 75 basis points.
MicroStrategy Doubles Down on Bitcoin With Purchase of Additional 301 BTC
MicroStrategy (MSTR) bought 301 bitcoins (BTC) between Aug. 2 and Sept. 19 for about $6 million, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The recent purchases increased the company’s total bitcoin holdings to almost 130,000. “The Hash” panel breaks down the investment.