BITCOIN
Bitcoin (BTC) is the world’s first open-source, peer-to-peer cryptocurrency developed by a pseudonymous person or group of people under the name of Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008. The identity of Satoshi Nakamoto remains a mystery. The crypto is run on distributed ledger technology, also known as blockchain. Bitcoin allows for lower transaction fees than traditional online payment systems, and is decentralized, unlike government-backed currencies. Bitcoin is the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization and has a limit of 21 million coins. The cryptocurrency uses a proof-of-work protocol to enable security, privacy, and legitimacy of monetary transactions. The issuance of Bitcoin requires mining, where programmers solve a difficult cryptographic puzzle to be able to mine Bitcoin, which earns them a reward. Bitcoin remains the most popular cryptocurrencies, all other cryptocurrencies are known as altcoins. Please see below for Bitcoin news, Bitcoin (BTC) price analyses, and more.
Bitcoin Addresses Sent to Exchanges Record a Monthly Low as BTC Hits a 17-Day High
New data by Glassnode reveals that crypto addresses sending Bitcoin to exchanges have recorded a monthly low. What does this mean?
Institutional Bitcoin Adoption Continues as MicroStrategy, Square, and Tesla Ramp Up Crypto Interest
The institutional flow of funds into Bitcoin is a tool to help guarantee market stability and attract improved regulations for the crypto industry.
Goldman Sachs Says Customer Demands for Bitcoin Are Increasing
Goldman Sachs President and COO John Waldron has revealed that the bank is experiencing a rising demand for Bitcoin from its customers.
Bitcoin Has to Hold above $52,000 to Avoid Further Downward Movements, says Crypto Analyst
Veteran crypto analyst Michael van de Poppe believes BTC has to hold above the $52k level for an upward momentum to be ignited.
Institutional Interest in Bitcoin Continues to Rise, Pushing BTC Above $50K - What's Next?
Bitcoin is currently trading above $52,000, as institutional investments continue to push the digital asset to new heights. Will Bitcoin retest its ATH anytime soon?
25 Publicly Traded Companies Hold a Total of 178,855 Bitcoins Worth $9.6 Billion
New data by digital asset firm Bloqport reveals that 25 publicly traded companies now hold a total of 178,855 Bitcoin on their balance sheets worth $9.6 billion.
UK’s Argo Blockchain Buys 320 Acres in Texas to Build Bitcoin Mining Facility
London-based Argo Blockchain has joined an increasing number of firms seeking to construct crypto mining facilities in Texas, US.
Bitcoin Hits Two-Week High as Institutional Inflow Continues Trickling In
Bitcoin and Ethereum bullishness are back as more big-money bets keep flowing into cryptocurrencies.
Norway's Second-Richest Man Pumps $60M into Bitcoin and Establishes a Crypto Company
Norway's Kjell Inge Røkkes Aker has launched a crypto company Seetee and invested $60 million into Bitcoin.
Bitcoin Back Above $50,000 As Senate Passes Biden's $1.9 Trillion Stimulus Package
Bitcoin price is gradually growing after the US Congress passed the $1.9 Trillion stimulus package. BTC may see new price growths afterwards.
