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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Ринки

Bitcoin to Remain Resilient to Fed’s Impending Taper: Analysts

Analysts say regulatory uncertainty, not tapering, could present downside risk to bitcoin.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks Wednesday at a press conference following the conclusion of the central bank’s two-day monetary-policy meeting. (FederalReserve.gov screenshot)

Технології

BitMEX Awards Grants to Two More Bitcoin Developers

The crypto exchange is now supporting six open-source developers in total.

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Технології

Twitter to Add Bitcoin Lightning Tips, NFT Authentication

Tipping, including with bitcoin, will be live on iOS immediately.

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Відео

Dfinity Foundation’s Internet Computer Blockchain Brings Smart-Contract Capabilities to Bitcoin Network

Blockchain company Dfinity’s Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) is integrating with bitcoin to enable smart contracts on BTC. Following a community vote to upgrade the network, it will allow developers to let their creativity run wild in developing all manner of Web 3.0 services, already seen on Ethereum from DeFi to NFTs.

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Відео

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez Explains City-Based Cryptocurrency MiamiCoin

MiamiCoin (MIA), listed exclusively on crypto exchange OkCoin, is the first CityCoin. It's a way to support the crypto-friendly city of Miami by holding its coin and potentially helping raise funds. CityCoins are built on Stacks, an open-source network of decentralized apps and smart contracts for the Bitcoin blockchain. Pro-innovation Miami Mayor Francis Suarez discusses the details, how it claims to offer up to 430% APY, and what it means for the Magic City.

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Фінанси

Cambrian Says Its New Bitcoin, Ethereum Trusts Will Cut Through Volatility

The California-based asset manager said the new trusts will reduce volatility through its active management strategy.

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Навчання

Bitcoin Eyes $3B September Options Expiry After a Drop to $40K

The majority of options are set to expire without value.

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Відео

Bitcoin Eyes $3B September Options Expiry After Dropping to $40K

Major crypto options exchanges, including industry leader Deribit, will settle over $3 billion worth of bitcoin options contracts Friday. Analysts don't expect the monthly expiration to have a notable impact on bitcoin, which is under pressure this week due to macro risks and regulatory concerns. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

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Відео

Valkyrie Investments CIO on BTC, Evergrande, Fed Tapering

Steven McClurg, CIO of alternative asset management firm Valkyrie Investments, discusses his analysis of bitcoin's price swings this week as it faces resistance at the $40,000 level, citing the rising Evergrande crisis in China. Plus, his take on crypto regulation, Fed tapering, Valkyrie's bitcoin futures ETFs, and more.

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