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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.
DISCLOSURE: This text was written with the assistance of AI, then reviewed by a person
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Gains Stall at $22K as Markets Await Powell at Jackson Hole
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 25, 2022.
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The dispute dates back to 2018, but recent activity appears to have been triggered by increases in the cost of electricity.
Bitcoin's Pre-Jackson Hole Decline Leaves Room for 'Buy the Fact' Bounce
"No matter what Powell says or the Fed does, the market insists on reading/hearing him dovish," one observer said.
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Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rises Slightly Along With Stocks
U.S. equity indexes snapped a three-day losing streak on Wednesday, dragging along crypto assets.
Wounded Crypto Traders Desperate for Clues From Fed’s Big Meeting This Week
The central bank’s annual Jackson Hole, Wyoming, conference could provide hints on where interest rates are headed – and thus where crypto prices will go.
Bitcoin ‘Lost Its Narrative’ Ahead of Ethereum Merge, Expert Argues
Martin Leinweber, Digital Asset Product Strategist at Market Vector Indexes (MV), explains why he thinks bitcoin "has completely lost its narrative" ahead of the Ethereum merge.
Bullish Narrative on Ethereum Merge ‘Overheated’: Strategist
Martin Leinweber, Digital Asset Product Strategist at Market Vector Indexes (MV), discusses the potential impact of the upcoming Ethereum merge on the NFT markets. “It is clear the bullish merge narrative got overheated,” Leinweber said.
Law Society of England and Wales Tells Members to Be Wary of Bitcoin Use in Transactions
"This is a cash transaction so there is a high risk of money laundering," the professional body told its members.
First Mover Americas: Ether Outperforms Bitcoin; CME BTC Futures Hit a Huge Discount to Spot Prices
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 24, 2022.
