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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
Is Bitcoin as Valuable as the Swiss Franc?
Luzius Meisser, president of crypto exchange Bitcoin Suisse, speaks on the state of inflation in Europe while comparing the market cap of bitcoin to that of the Swiss franc and gold. Plus, insights into Bitcoin Suisse Founder Niklas Nikolajsen planning to step down from his role as chairman, with Meisser taking his position.
BTC Dips as Central Banks Unwind Pandemic-Era Stimulus
BTC and the wider crypto markets continue to dive as central banks across the globe try to combat inflation by reducing pandemic-era monetary stimulus. Plus, fears of another coronavirus lockdown due to the omicron variant and China’s zero-Covid policy threaten international markets and supply chains.
Market Wrap Year-End Review: Bitcoin Starts Off in a Frenzy
In this first episode of Market Wrap’s review of crypto markets in 2021, we recall the powerful rally that ushered in the new year. Retail traders piled in, even as some institutional investors sounded warnings about rampant speculation.
BTC, ETH Down Amid Rising Omicron Fears
As 2021 comes to a close, Strategic Funds Managing Director Marc Lopresti discusses his take on the current decline of the crypto markets, while still taking note of the overall year-end growth of digital assets.
Digital Asset Funds Hit by Record $142M of Outflows
Investors pulled money out of funds focused on bitcoin and the currencies of Ethereum, Solana and Polkadot, as crypto markets retreated.
Bitcoin, Ether Dip in ‘Bearish Asia Session’ as China Rate Cut Fails to Inspire Risk Buying
Bitcoin has carved out most of its year-to-date gains during the American hours.
First Mover Asia: Bitcoin, Ether Have a Quiet Weekend
The two largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization were roughly flat amid light trading; terra approached an all-time high, while avalanche dropped.
Ray Dalio Gets Into Ether, Praising Crypto While Calling Cash the ‘Worst Investment’
Bridgewater Associates’ Ray Dalio, one of the world’s most prolific and successful investors, says cash is “the worst investment,” also confirming he holds ether in addition to bitcoin. “The Hash” team discusses the billionaire hedge fund titan’s comments and what that means for bitcoin and the crypto markets.
What Makes Bitcoin Price Go Up ... or Crash Down?
While bitcoin’s wild price movements might seem random, they are often driven by the same fundamental catalysts as in the traditional markets.
