Bitcoin (BTC)

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Bitcoin (BTC) is a pioneering digital currency invented by a yet-unknown individual or group of individuals presented as Satoshi Nakamoto. Early development began in 2008, during the financial crisis of 2008, with the landmark paper titled “Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System” being released on October 31, 2008. The primary purpose of Bitcoin is in the space of P2P financial transactions, though some supporters envision it more as a store of value.

Often called “Digital Gold” for its monetary properties which are similar to gold, the enduring popularity and market resilience of Bitcoin has encouraged the growth of other cryptocurrencies, and as a result it has come to be known as the “mother” or “father” of all cryptocurrencies. Initially limited to all but the most ardent technology enthusiasts, Bitcoin was responsible for convincing the masses that a P2P financial system devoid of middlemen and centralized was in fact possible, a characteristic made possible through its Proof-of-Work consensus algorithm which incentivized good behavior.

Since its inception in early 2009, Bitcoin has been through a number of changes and incidents, yet continues to thrive as the most popular token in the cryptocurrency market. This includes the famous Mt. Gox incident and several such cycles of price spikes and drops. The enduring nature of Bitcoin is a quality that is highly cherished by its proponents. Many tokens have been inspired by it, including similarly envisioned token Litecoin (LTC), which is often said to be the silver to Bitcoin’s gold. Because of the popularity and established nature of Bitcoin, it is often the base pair with which other cryptocurrencies are traded.

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Bitcoin: A Supply Shock is Coming

18 Dec 2024 3 minute read 2 comments johnwege

The next move is obvious. Bitcoin’s price is about to go up in a major way. In hindsight, it will have been inevitable. We will all wish that we had bought more Bitcoin. All the cards were lining up perfectly, and the next move for Bitcoin was so obv...

Latest Crypto News: El Salvador Expands BTC Reserves, Ethereum Crisis, Ripple Tops Searches & Dogecoin ETF

24 Jan 2025 5 minute read 10 comments StealthEX

Stay on top of the latest in crypto with StealthEX and CryptoDaily! Each week, we highlight the biggest stories shaping the industry. Curious about what’s trending? We’ve got you covered with a simple, no-nonsense roundup. Get the key updates fast an...

Litecoin: A Legacy and a Bright Future in Cryptocurrency

16 Oct 2024 1 minute read 8 comments ChangeNOW

October 13, 2011, is a big day in the crypto world! On this day, the Litecoin network went live, becoming one of the first digital currencies that still matter today. Let’s explore what Litecoin is all about and what exciting things are on the horizo...

Wasn’t Bitcoin Created to Free Us From the Fed’s Unfair Rules of the Game?

24 Aug 2024 2 minute read 6 comments ssaurel

In Jackson Hole, the annual Mecca of central bankers, Jerome Powell spoke yesterday on August 23, 2024. Worryingly, all eyes were on Jackson Hole to hear Jerome Powell speak. Worrying because Bitcoin is here to liberate us from this flawed monetary a...

Never Underestimate Bitcoin

11 Nov 2024 2 minute read 1 comment johnwege

In the cryptocurrency market there is one rule that you must always follow; Never underestimate Bitcoin.  Our greatest weakness when it comes to finance is our emotions. There is no other market where that is more evident than with Bitcoin. The daily...

Did Binance, Coinbase and Wintermute Trigger the Dump?

3 Feb 2025 3 minute read 5 comments ☑️0🆇D̺͈͙͕̿ͧ̑ͣ🅰🆅🅸🅳eͤ

There has been a huge market dump these days. According to some beliefs, it was Trump who triggered them, first with the launch of his memecoin that drained capital from the rest of the altcoins (then dumping it), then with FOMC or the duties. In rea...

Best Crypto Credit Cards (Cashback)

24 Jul 2024 2 minute read 17 comments ☑️0🆇D̺͈͙͕̿ͧ̑ͣ🅰🆅🅸🅳eͤ

In this article we will see the main debit cards for making purchases by paying in cryptocurrencies. These cards also provide bonus and cashback paid in tokens when used. Basically they work through an app (or exchange account) in which your cryptocu...

The Trump Crypto Circus Just Leveled Up - And You Are Still Exit Liquidity

7 Apr 2025 3 minute read 7 comments Cryptonator`s

If you thought things couldn’t get dumber after the last market cycle, buckle up. The past few weeks have taken the clown show to an entirely new level. What used to be a decentralized movement is now a full-blown reality TV episode starring the Tru...

Layer3 On Bitcoin? Bitcoin Virtual Machine (BVM)

7 Sep 2024 3 minute read 0 comments ☑️0🆇D̺͈͙͕̿ͧ̑ͣ🅰🆅🅸🅳eͤ

The BVM (Bitcoin Virtual Machine) Layer 3 is a solution that introduces a virtual machine to the Bitcoin network, enabling the execution of smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) with greater flexibility and computing power than what...

Three Years After Legalization: What Happened to Bitcoin in El Salvador?

14 Oct 2024 3 minute read 0 comments SimpleSwap

On September 7, 2021, El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele made history by declaring the world’s first cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (BTC), as an official legal tender in his country. However, this bold initiative has not delivered the anticipated results....