BITCOIN
What is Bitcoin?
Bitcoin (BTC) is the first cryptocurrency created by Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008. With the underlying technology blockchain, bitcoin has redefining money in terms of money form, money issuance standard and money movement. Bitcoin has a limit of 21 million coins and uses proof-of-work (POW) consensus. In some sense, bitcoin removes our reliance on central banks and traditional financial institutions that we have to trust on. Bitcoin brings monetary freedom.
Bitcoin (BTC) is the first cryptocurrency created by Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008. With the underlying technology blockchain, bitcoin has redefining money in terms of money form, money issuance standard and money movement. Bitcoin has a limit of 21 million coins and uses proof-of-work (POW) consensus. In some sense, bitcoin removes our reliance on central banks and traditional financial institutions that we have to trust on. Bitcoin brings monetary freedom.
Bitcoin September Curse? Predicting BTC Price Using Comprehensive Historical Data
Bitcoin's September performance has been bearish over the past eight years, with an average decline of approximately 9.03%. The amplitude of Bitcoin's price fluctuations has been significant, with an average amplitude of 24.91%. Market analysts predict potential low points for Bitcoin by September, with a -3.09% decline in 2022 and an average decline of -9.22%. If this year's performance aligns, Bitcoin's valuation could decrease to $23,240. However, it has the potential to close above $25,927, similar to 2015 and 2016 as well.
Yuga Labs Launches TwelveFold: Bitcoin Based Generative Art
Yuga Labs has launched TwelveFold, a 300-piece generative art collection on the Bitcoin blockchain. The project uses the Ordinal Theory protocol to locate inscribed satoshis, with participants submitting puzzle answers through various wallets. The technology, "inscribing," is a significant step in NFT evolution.
Bitcoin Ordinals Founder Proposes Immutable Metadata for Inscriptions
Bitcoin Ordinals (ORDI), a blockchain platform for transforming satoshis into NFTs, plans to introduce plain-text key-value pairs as metadata for inscriptions, enhancing their utility and readability. However, existing inscriptions cannot be retroactively added.
Breaking: Bitcoin Enters Banking System, El Salvador's Cuscatlan and Agricola Accept it for Loans
El Salvador's Cuscatlan and Agricola banks have announced they will now accept Bitcoin for loan payments, paving the way for Bitcoin to be used directly for credit card debt settlements and loans, potentially setting global banking industry precedents.
Just In: US PCE Price Index Rises, Exceeding Core Forecasts; Bitcoin and Crypto Markets Show Mixed Reactions
The U.S. PCE and Core PCE Price Index have both increased by 3.3% and 4.200004%, respectively, indicating persistent inflationary pressures. Cryptocurrency markets show moderate fluctuations, with meme coins showing resilience. Federal Reserve response will significantly impact economics.
Breaking: Binance Pool Introduces Ordinals Inscription Service on Bitcoin network
Binance Pool introduces Ordinals Inscription Service, enabling users to embed data onto satoshis within Bitcoin network, enhancing digital ownership and asset management beyond digital currency.
BlackRock's Bitcoin Strategy: Mining Investments and ETF Proposals
BlackRock has invested $411.54 million in Bitcoin mining businesses, including Riot Platforms Inc., Marathon Digital Holdings, Cipher Mining, and Terawulf, and proposed a Bitcoin ETF, despite SEC reluctance, highlighting Bitcoin's growing importance in finance.
Bitcoin Miner Canaan Reports $73.9M Revenue in Q2
Canaan, a high-performance computing solution provider, reported a 44.2% sequential growth in Q2 2023, but faces regulatory shifts and US legal disputes, potentially impacting future operations.
Why Grayscale's SEC Victory Is Unlikely to Benefit Bitcoin and Crypto Markets in the Long Run
The US Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Grayscale Investments, ordering the SEC to review its Bitcoin ETF application. This decision has boosted Bitcoin prices but may not provide long-term benefits due to inconsistent market reactions and declining trading volumes.
Bitcoin Surges Past $28,000 and GBTC Discount Narrows to 17%
Bitcoin's value surged to $28,142 on Binance after Grayscale Investments won a lawsuit against the SEC, converting its Grayscale Bitcoin Trust into an ETF.