According to Odaily, the U.S. November JOLTs job openings reached 8.098 million, surpassing the expected 7.7 million. The previous figure was revised from 7.744 million to 7.839 million. Following the data release, the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) briefly rose by nearly 20 points, currently standing at 108.43.
Binance Market Update: Top Stories January 6, 2025
According to CoinMarketCap data, the global crypto market cap is $3.51T, a 0.85% increase over the last day.Bitcoin (BTC) traded between $97,277 and $99,892 over the past 24 hours. As of 09:30 AM (UTC) today, BTC is trading at $99,114, up by 1.33%.Most major cryptocurrencies by market cap are trading mixed. Market outperformers include OSMO, INJ, and SPELL, up by 21%, 12%, and 10%, respectively.Top stories of the day:SOL Net Inflow to Centralized Exchanges Hits $227M, Raising Concerns About Bullish Momentum$100K Bitcoin Call Options Signal Bullish Sentiment Ahead of Trump’s InaugurationMacro Outlook: Non-Farm Payrolls to Drive Market Sentiment as Fed Takes a Cautious StanceMicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor Hints at Ninth Consecutive Bitcoin Purchase Amid Growing BTC HoldingsStrive Asset Management Files for "Bitcoin Bond" ETFGoldman Sachs Predicts Fed Will Cut Rates by 75 Basis Points in 202510x Research: Bitcoin Trump Rally Faces Federal Reserve Hurdles Ahead of FOMC MeetingMetaplanet Plans Significant Bitcoin Expansion by 2025Goldman Sachs Predicts S&P 500 to Reach 6500 Points by Year-EndWeekly Token Unlocks: APT, MOVE, and Others Set for Major Unlocks, with APT Worth Approximately $110MMarket movers:ETH: $3643.51 (+0.77%)XRP: $2.3767 (+0.23%)SOL: $213.58 (-0.37%)BNB: $714.86 (+0.88%)DOGE: $0.38323 (-0.51%)ADA: $1.0754 (-1.09%)TRX: $0.2629 (-0.49%)AVAX: $43.81 (+4.83%)SUI: $5.1407 (-0.21%)LINK: $23.39 (+0.34%)
🪙 Bitcoin turns 16: How crypto coin went from zero to trillion-dollar asset explained
🎂 Bitcoin is now 16 years old. If we were to choose the best-performing asset of the past decade, there is no doubt that Bitcoin would rank first.
From being worthless to a market value of over $2 trillion, Bitcoin has grown extensively in the last 16 years, so much so that Bitcoin has been the best-performing asset class in the past 11 years, data shows-Satoshi Nakamoto, a name used by the creator (or creators) of Bitcoin, mined the first Bitcoin block on Jan. 3, 2009.
This “genesis” block followed the release of a Bitcoin whitepaper on October 31, 2008, which laid the foundation for the now-leading cryptocurrency.
🌟16 Years of Progress
Since its inception, Bitcoin has undergone remarkable transformations that define its growth and influence.
🌟Adoption in the Early Day
Initially, Bitcoin attracted mainly technology enthusiasts. A notable moment in 2010 saw the first real-world transaction when 10,000 BTC were traded for two pizzas. This event underscored Bitcoin’s early value and its potential as a medium of exchange.
🌟A Dramatic Rise in Market Value
Bitcoin’s market capitalization has expanded significantly. By late 2024, it exceeded $1.42 trillion, placing Bitcoin among the top ten financial assets globally. This growth reflects its increasing acceptance and its role as a significant investment option.
🌟Interest from Major Institutions
Large corporations and institutional investors have embraced Bitcoin in recent years. This shift has added to its legitimacy, attracting a broader range of investors who view Bitcoin as a reliable and innovative asset.
☝️ As Bitcoin marks its 16th year, it stands as a symbol of the changing financial landscape. From its modest beginnings as a decentralized peer-to-peer payment system to its current status as a major financial asset, Bitcoin has transformed the way people think about money and digital transactions.