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 Briefly Dips Below $19K; Ether Drops Sharply After US Inflation Report

The total crypto market capitalization is down nearly 2.5% in the past 24 hours.

Celsius' problems triggered the latest crypto prices crash, says a Huobi senior executive. (Malte Mueller/Getty Images)

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US CPI Preview: Inflation Likely to Climb to New 40-Year High

A hotter-than-expected core CPI figure could bring renewed selling pressure to the bitcoin market.

Inflation in the U.S. probably rose to another four-decade high in June. (Mediamodifier/Pixabay)

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Long-Term Bitcoin Investors Stick It Out as Speculator Selling Drives Prices Lower: Coinbase

"Holders are less likely to sell BTC during turbulent periods," the crypto exchange said.

Holders de bitcoin retienen sus tenencias en tiempos turbulentos. (Source: Pexels at Pixabay)

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First Mover Asia: There's No Universally Accepted Way to Value Three Arrows' NFTs

CoinDesk's Sam Reynolds examines alternate methodologies for valuing the beleaguered crypto hedge fund's NFT collection. Bitcoin slides for a straight fifth day, and doubts are forming over whether the market has hit a bottom.

Starry Night is the name of Three Arrows Capital's NFT collection. (Unsplash)

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Market Wrap: Bitcoin Slumps Below $20K as Long-Term Holders Face Massive Selling Pressure

Also, some analysts believe bitcoin’s recent dips show the price level is not as critical anymore.

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Jobs Growth Is the Savior of Inflation-Wracked US Economy

Economists say robust employment complicates the recession outlook.

Despite the GDP declines, the labor market is booming. (Bettmann Archive/Getty Images)

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How Mt Gox's Expected Bitcoin Release Could Impact Crypto Market

Roughly $3 billion worth of bitcoin (BTC) may soon be released into the crypto market, as Mt Gox is expected to distribute funds to creditors. "The Hash" panel discusses the potential outcomes.

Recent Videos

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Bitcoin Drops Below $20K as Inflation Data Looms

Bitcoin (BTC) is dipping below the $20,000 mark as a sell-off in traditional markets saw equity indexes decline. Toroso Investments Chief Investment Officer Michael Venuto discusses his outlook on the crypto markets ahead of CPI data Wednesday and the future of crypto regulation.

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Tecnologie

How I Became a Bitcoin Developer Fresh Out of High School

Daniela Brozzoni describes her journey to the front lines of bitcoin wallet development, thanks to a grant from Spiral.

Bitcoin developer and Spiral grant recipient, Daniela Brozzoni (Daniela Brozzoni)

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Bitcoin 'Bear Flag,' Crypto Options Market Hint at Downside Risk

The hedging behavior of bitcoin market makers could exacerbate a price drop if there's a breakdown in the bearish chart pattern.

Emergence of a bear flag on bitcoin's daily chart suggests downside risk. (TradingView)

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