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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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Will Bitcoin Replace the Dollar as the Global Reserve Currency?
A Washington Post op-ed says that bitcoin is unlikely to ever dethrone the dollar as the world's global reserve currency, citing the asset's volatility and limited supply. "The Hash" panel debates.
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A big week for bitcoin, culminating in BTC reaching a $1T market cap. "All About Bitcoin's" panel reviews the week's events that helped bring BTC to this point, and discusses JPMorgan's bearish bitcoin report.
When Will the Price of Bitcoin Correct?
Following a week of record-setting highs, is bitcoin due for a correction? CoinDesk's Brad Keoun weighs in.
Bitcoin Breaks $1T Market Cap: Why This Milestone Matters
Bitcoin's record-breaking streak continues, pushing BTC past the $1 trillion market cap threshold. "The Hash" panel weighs in on the significance of this milestone for the crypto market.
OKCoin Delists Bitcoin Cash and Bitcoin SV: Here's Why
Trading platform OKCoin is delisting Bitcoin Cash and Bitcoin SV to avoid confusing users. "The Hash" panel weighs in on the Bitcoin vs. Bitcoin Cash debate.
Investment Giant BlackRock Has “Started to Dabble” in Bitcoin
BlackRock, with $7.8 trillion under management, is the latest institutional financial player entering the crypto space. The Hash panel reacts to news that BlackRock has “started to dabble” in bitcoin.
Bitcoin Breaks New High Above $51K; Where Does BTC Go From Here?
James Putra, Head of Product Strategy at TradeStation Crypto, joins First Mover to discuss why he predicts an upward trajectory for bitcoin.
Bitcoin Smashes $50K: What’s Ahead After This Milestone?
Bitcoin breaks $50,000 for the first time. The Hash panel predicts what’s next for bitcoin, saying this is just one of many milestones to come in the next few months.
Is Bitcoin’s Rising Popularity Putting Pressure on Central Banks to Issue Digital Currencies?
The Hash panel breaks down central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and cryptocurrencies, exploring whether central banks will be more inclined to issue their own CBDCs as the price of bitcoin continues to soar to all-time-highs.
Bitcoin Breaks $50K Barrier; What Comes Next?
Bitcoin hit $50K today, up nearly 72 percent year-to-date. Ikigai Asset Management Chief Investment Officer Travis Kling joins First Mover to discuss the outlook for crypto and decentralized finance.