Bitcoin
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Bitcoin Company Info
Bitcoin is a decentralized cryptocurrency that uses peer-to-peer technology and a blockchain to record transactions. It was created by Satoshi Nakamoto and the first block was mined on January 3, 2009. Bitcoin transactions are recorded on a blockchain, which is a distributed ledger that can be accessed by anyone to verify transactions. Transactions are verified by miners, who are rewarded with a set amount of Bitcoin and transaction fees. The supply of Bitcoin is limited to 21 million coins and it is divisible to eight decimal places. A wallet is needed to use Bitcoin and it consists of a public key, which is used to send and receive payments, and a private key, which is used to control the wallet. Bitcoin can be used for a variety of purposes, including everyday transactions, as a store of value, or for investment.
News & Analysis
How Much Are Cryptocurrency Transaction Fees?
There are transaction fees to consider every time you buy or sell a cryptocurrency.
Why Bitcoin Is Surging Today
There is no obvious reason behind the move.
A Massive Crypto Liquidation Event Just Erased $1.5 Billion In Value. Should Investors Be Worried?
The Fed's first rate cut of 2025 sparked a wave of selling across the crypto market.
1 Big Reason To Buy Bitcoin Before the End of 2025
Historically, Bitcoin has performed best in the final quarter of the year.
3 Signs That Leading Cryptocurrencies Could Be Overvalued
It's getting harder and harder to ignore these red flags for the crypto market.
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Is Bitcoin a Millionaire-Maker?
There's no doubt Bitcoin has minted millionaires in the past. But doing so now is getting much harder.
Prediction: Bitcoin Will Be Worth $0 or $500,000 in 10 Years
Bitcoin will either replace gold or become worthless in the long run. There is no in-between. Here's why, and how you should invest with this boom-or-bust ending in mind.
Podcast Episodes
The Market's Volatility, CoreWeave's IPO, Bitcoin's Future, and More
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Investors Look Back at 2024
The S&P 500 had a great year.
Bitcoin Breaks $2 Trillion
The crypto bulls were right. Bitcoin's market cap is now about the size of Alphabet's.
Crypto Enthusiasm Continues
Investors need to stop and think.
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