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Bitcoin is a decentralized online payment system and the name of a digital currency. Payments by Bitcoin are encrypted. It is possible to send and receive Bitcoin without giving any personally identifying information.

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A picture of bitcoins shown before the Trump tower in New York

Trump hurls bitcoin to new records — will the rally endure?

Trump hurls bitcoin to new records — will the rally endure?

The president-elect intentionally courted the bitcoin community. But can he make good on his promises?
BusinessNovember 12, 2024
Gold coins with the Bitcoin logo to represent the cryptocurrency

Why has bitcoin reached a new high?

Why has bitcoin reached a new high?

Ever since Donald Trump won last week's election, Bitcoin has been going through the roof.
BusinessNovember 11, 202402:01 min
DW Sendung Shift | Twitterhack

Bitcoin scam: A look back at the Twitter hack

Bitcoin scam: A look back at the Twitter hack

Hackers post fake Bitcoin offers on celebrity accounts. One scam saw success on Twitter in 2020.
Digital WorldJune 28, 202401:05 min
DW Sendung Made in Germany | Bitcoinhalving

What is Bitcoin halving?

What is Bitcoin halving?

Artificial scarcity should make Bitcoin more valuable and more environmentally friendly.
BusinessApril 25, 202402:23 min
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried leaves Manhattan federal court flanked by police officers

Sam Bankman-Fried: The rise and fall of the FTX crypto mogul

Sam Bankman-Fried: The rise and fall of the FTX crypto mogul

Ex-billionaire cryptocurrency wunderkind, Sam Bankman-Fried, has been sentenced for stealing $8 billion from customers.
BusinessMarch 28, 2024
A bitcoin displayed on a keyboard

Bitcoin breaks record: Will the crypto rally sustain?

Bitcoin breaks record: Will the crypto rally sustain?

The price of bitcoin has soared to record highs. But a simultaneous gold rally is sending a mixed message.
BusinessMarch 11, 2024
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How cryptocurrency fueled Hamas' terror attack on Israel

A crackdown on cryptocurrency accounts linked to Hamas has reignited scrutiny of the digital assets.
BusinessOctober 15, 2023
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