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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The Role of Crypto and Blockchain in Geopolitical Conflicts
Amid the deepening crisis in Afghanistan, Jalak Jobanputra, founder of Future Perfect VC, discusses whether bitcoin could be a potential tool for financial freedom in geopolitical conflicts and how it could help empower young women and girls.
Galaxy Digital Files for US Bitcoin Futures ETF
Just months after filing for a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), Michael Novogratz's cryptocurrency-focused financial services firm Galaxy Digital has filed with U.S. regulators for a bitcoin futures ETF. This comes as SEC Chairman Gary Gensler signaled he preferred ETFs based on bitcoin futures earlier this month at the Aspen Security Forum. CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De discusses the state of bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. as the SEC has yet to approve any of the dozens of applications for crypto ETFs in recent years.
State of Bitcoin: ‘Calm Before the Storm?’
As bitcoin’s short-squeeze rally takes a breather, the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market cap is stalling ahead of the $50,000 resistance level and remains stuck in a sideways range.
Crypto Funds Suffer 6th Week of Outflows Despite Bitcoin Rally
A new report shows investors redeemed a net $22.1 million from cryptocurrency funds last week, the sixth consecutive week of outflows, even as bitcoin and many other digital assets rallied. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Crypto Total Market Cap Tops $2 Trillion for First Time Since May
Alexander Blum, a managing partner at investment firm Two Prime, discusses his analysis and positive outlook for bitcoin and ether as the total market value for cryptocurrencies is back over the $2 trillion mark. Plus, his take on institutional buying and the potential impact of the Afghanistan crisis on the crypto markets.
Bitcoin as Digital Gold?
This Sunday, Aug. 15, will be the 50th anniversary of the end of the Bretton Woods currency system, when then-President Richard Nixon ended the dollar’s convertibility to gold. Half a century later, the emergence of cryptocurrencies begs the question: what is the dollar worth?
Bitcoin Back Above $46K on Low Daily Volume as Altcoins Outperform
Bitcoin rebounded from Thursday's 2.4% drop that saw BTC reach a low of around $43,800. Now, the world's largest cryptocurrency by market value is beginning to edge closer toward analyst’s projected $50,000 price tag. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
The Bitcoin Narrative and the Media
Peter McCormack, host of the popular podcast "What Bitcoin Did," discusses his take on the differences between the bitcoin narrative in U.S. media versus U.K. media and whether there is pressure from the crypto community to report certain views. "If you're not pissing people off, you're not doing your job properly," McCormack said. Plus, insights into project Bitcoin Beach on the heels of his meeting with President of El Salvador Nayib Bukele.
Osprey Funds CEO: ‘Bitcoin Could Get Into 6 Figures’ by End of Year
Greg King, founder and CEO of crypto asset manager Osprey Funds, discusses his reading of bitcoin's price action and his bullish outlook for the cryptocurrency. "The breakout past $40,000 signals some positive upside here going into year-end," King said. "As far as an end target... we could get into six figures." Plus, when will the U.S. approve a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF)?
Bitcoin’s Next Move as Total Crypto Market Cap Close to $2T Again
Brett Sifling, director of Get Invested at wealth and investment management firm Gerber Kawasaki, discusses his bullish short-term and long-term outlook for bitcoin as the total market value for cryptocurrencies inches towards the $2 trillion mark again. Plus, his interpretations on central mainstream banks and fintech firms dabbling into the digital asset space.