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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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How Crypto Could Spearhead Retail Payments in 2022
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Alex Adelman: The Rewards of Bitcoin
The co-founder of Lolli on why New York is behind Miami in attracting crypto startups and how brands can use bitcoin to win more customers. Adelman is a speaker at CoinDesk's Consensus festival in June.
Bitcoin Momentum Weakens; Support at $35K-$37K
BTC's trading range could persist into the following week.
Swiss National Bank Owns No Bitcoin, but Could Buy in the Future, Chairman Says
While bitcoin today doesn't meet norms for currency reserves, said Thomas Jordan, there's no technical bar to purchases.
Another Crypto Firm Leaves Singapore; S Korean Secrets Sold for Crypto
Three Arrows Capital to move base from Singapore to Dubai. Samsung Asset Management to list blockchain ETF in Hong Kong. South Korean crypto executive, soldier indicted for selling military secrets for Bitcoin. Innovation driving blockchain gaming space forward.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Down as Market Braces for Fed's 50 Basis Point Rate Hike
The latest moves in crypto markets in context for April 29, 2022.
US Labor Department Has ‘Grave Concerns’ About Fidelity’s Plan for Bitcoin in 401(k) Retirement Plans, Wall Street Journal Reports
The Labor Department is scheduled to meet with Fidelity to express concerns.
