Bitcoin (BTC) price again reached an all-time high in 2024, as values exceeded over 73,000 USD in March 2024. That particular price hike was connected to the approval of Bitcoin ETFs in the United States, whilst previous hikes in 2021 were due to events involving Tesla and Coinbase, respectively. Tesla’s announcement in March 2021 that it had acquired 1.5 billion U.S. dollars’ worth of the digital coin, for example, as well as the IPO of the U.S.’ biggest crypto exchange fueled mass interest. The market was noticeably different by the end of 2022, however, with Bitcoin prices reaching roughly 94,315.98 as of May 4, 2025, after another crypto exchange, FTX, filed for bankruptcy. Is the world running out of Bitcoin? Unlike fiat currency like the U.S. dollar - as the Federal Reserve can simply decide to print more banknotes - Bitcoin’s supply is finite: BTC has a maximum supply embedded in its design, of which roughly 89 percent had been reached in April 2021. It is believed that Bitcoin will run out by 2040, despite more powerful mining equipment. This is because mining becomes exponentially more difficult and power-hungry every four years, a part of Bitcoin’s original design. Because of this, a Bitcoin mining transaction could equal the energy consumption of a small country in 2021. Bitcoin’s price outlook: a potential bubble? Cryptocurrencies have few metrics available that allow for forecasting, if only because it is rumored that only few cryptocurrency holders own a large portion of available supply. These large holders - referred to as “whales” - are said to make up of two percent of anonymous ownership accounts, whilst owning roughly 92 percent of BTC. On top of this, most people who use cryptocurrency-related services worldwide are retail clients rather than institutional investors. This means outlooks on whether Bitcoin prices will fall or grow are difficult to measure, as movements from one large whale already having a significant impact on this market.

In March 2024 Bitcoin BTC reached a new all-time high with prices exceeding 73000 USD marking a milestone for the cryptocurrency market This surge was due to the approval of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds ETFs in the United States allowing investors to access Bitcoin without directly holding it This development increased Bitcoin’s credibility and brought fresh demand from institutional investors echoing previous price surges in 2021 when Tesla announced its 15 billion investment in Bitcoin and Coinbase was listed on the Nasdaq By the end of 2022 Bitcoin prices dropped sharply to 15000 USD following the collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX and its bankruptcy which caused a loss of confidence in the market By August 2024 Bitcoin rebounded to approximately 64178 USD but remained volatile due to inflation and interest rate hikes Unlike fiat currency like the US dollar Bitcoin’s supply is finite with 21 million coins as its maximum supply By September 2024 over 92 percent of Bitcoin had been mined Bitcoin’s value is tied to its scarcity and its mining process is regulated through halving events which cut the reward for mining every four years making it harder and more energy-intensive to mine The next halving event in 2024 will reduce the reward to 3125 BTC from its current 625 BTC The final Bitcoin is expected to be mined around 2140 The energy required to mine Bitcoin has led to criticisms about its environmental impact with estimates in 2021 suggesting that one Bitcoin transaction used as much energy as Argentina Bitcoin’s future price is difficult to predict due to the influence of large holders known as whales who own about 92 percent of all Bitcoin These whales can cause dramatic market swings by making large trades and many retail investors still dominate the market While institutional interest has grown it remains a small fraction compared to retail Bitcoin is vulnerable to external factors like regulatory changes and economic crises leading some to believe it is in a speculative bubble However others argue that Bitcoin is still in its early stages of adoption and will grow further as more institutions and governments recognize its potential as a hedge against inflation and a store of value 2024 has also seen the rise of Bitcoin Layer 2 technologies like the Lightning Network which improve scalability by enabling faster and cheaper transactions These innovations are crucial for Bitcoin’s wider adoption especially for day-to-day use and cross-border remittances At the same time central bank digital currencies CBDCs are gaining traction as several governments including China and the European Union have accelerated the development of their own state-controlled digital currencies while Bitcoin remains decentralized offering financial sovereignty for those who prefer independence from government control The rise of CBDCs is expected to increase interest in Bitcoin as a hedge against these centralized currencies Bitcoin’s journey in 2024 highlights its growing institutional acceptance alongside its inherent market volatility While the approval of Bitcoin ETFs has significantly boosted interest the market remains sensitive to events like exchange collapses and regulatory decisions With the limited supply of Bitcoin and improvements in its transaction efficiency it is expected to remain a key player in the financial world for years to come Whether Bitcoin is currently in a speculative bubble or on a sustainable path to greater adoption will ultimately be revealed over time.

Bitcoin Historical Data (2018-2024) - 15M, 1H, 4H, and 1D Timeframes

Dataset Overview

This dataset contains historical price data for Bitcoin (BTC/USDT) from January 1, 2018, to the present. The data is sourced using the Binance API, providing granular candlestick data in four timeframes: - 15-minute (15M) - 1-hour (1H) - 4-hour (4H) - 1-day (1D)

This dataset includes the following fields for each timeframe: - Open time: The timestamp for when the interval began. - Open: The price of Bitcoin at the beginning of the interval. - High: The highest price during the interval. - Low: The lowest price during the interval. - Close: The price of Bitcoin at the end of the interval. - Volume: The trading volume during the interval. - Close time: The timestamp for when the interval closed. - Quote asset volume: The total quote asset volume traded during the interval. - Number of trades: The number of trades executed within the interval. - Taker buy base asset volume: The volume of the base asset bought by takers. - Taker buy quote asset volume: The volume of the quote asset spent by takers. - Ignore: A placeholder column from Binance API, not used in analysis.

Data Sources

Binance API: Used for retrieving 15-minute, 1-hour, 4-hour, and 1-day candlestick data from 2018 to the present.

File Contents

1. btc_15m_data_2018_to_present.csv: 15-minute interval data from 2018 to the present.
2. btc_1h_data_2018_to_present.csv: 1-hour interval data from 2018 to the present.
3. btc_4h_data_2018_to_present.csv: 4-hour interval data from 2018 to the present.
4. btc_1d_data_2018_to_present.csv: 1-day interval data from 2018 to the present.

Automated Daily Updates

This dataset is automatically updated every day using a custom Python program.
The source code for the update script is available on GitHub:
🔗 Bitcoin Dataset Kaggle Auto Updater

Licensing

This dataset is provided under the CC0 Public Domain Dedication. It is free to use for any purpose, with no restrictions on usage or redistribution.

Prices for USCBTC USD Coin Bitcoin including live quotes, historical charts and news. USCBTC USD Coin Bitcoin was last updated by Trading Economics this June 9 of 2025.

The average price of one Bitcoin Cash reached its all-time high in 2017, although the price since then never came close to that position. As of May 4, 2025, one Bitcoin Cash token was worth 356.13 U.S. dollars, rather than the nearly 2,500 USD from the peak in 2017. Bitcoin Cash - abbreviated as BCH - is a variant of the much more known Bitcoin - or BTC -, and is traded separately on online exchanges. That the two cryptocurrencies are different from each other already shows when looking at the price of a 'regular' Bitcoin: this was over 40,000 U.S. dollars during the same time frame.

It is estimated that the cumulative market cap of cryptocurrencies increased in early 2023 after the downfall in November 2022 due to FTX. That value declined in the summer of 2023, however, as international uncertainty grew over a potential recession. Bitcoin's market cap made up the majority of the overall market capitalization. What is market cap? Market capitalization is a financial measure typically used for publicly traded firms, computed by multiplying the share price by the number of outstanding shares. However, cryptocurrency analysts calculate it as the price of the virtual currencies times the number of coins in the market. This gives cryptocurrency investors an idea of the overall market size, and watching the evolution of the measure tells how much money is flowing in or out of each cryptocurrency. Cryptocurrency as an investment The price of Bitcoin has been erratic, and most other cryptocurrencies follow its larger price swings. This volatility attracts investors who hope to buy when the price is low and sell at its peak, turning a profit. However, this does little for price stability. As such, few firms accept payment in cryptocurrencies. As of May 21, 2025, the cumulative market cap of cryptocurrencies reached a value of *******.

Concise and Descriptive (Suitable for a Quick Overview):

This dataset contains historical Bitcoin (BTC) prices in USD, providing daily Open, High, Low, Close, and Volume data. It's ideal for time series analysis, financial modeling, and understanding Bitcoin's price dynamics.

Historical Bitcoin (BTC/USD) price data, including daily OHLCV values. Use this dataset to analyze trends, volatility, and patterns in Bitcoin's price history.

Bitcoin's daily price history (Open, High, Low, Close, Volume) in USD. A valuable resource for exploring the past performance of the world's leading cryptocurrency.

More Detailed and Engaging:

Explore Bitcoin's journey through this comprehensive historical dataset. Containing daily Open, High, Low, Close, and Volume (OHLCV) data in USD, this dataset allows you to delve deep into Bitcoin's price fluctuations, identify trends, and build predictive models. Discover the stories hidden within the data and unlock valuable insights into the world of cryptocurrency.

This dataset offers a detailed glimpse into Bitcoin's past, providing a rich source of information for financial analysts, data scientists, and cryptocurrency enthusiasts alike. With daily OHLCV values in USD, you can analyze price movements, assess volatility, and identify potential trading strategies. Uncover the patterns and anomalies that have shaped Bitcoin's price history.

Embark on a data-driven exploration of Bitcoin's historical price performance. This dataset provides daily OHLCV data in USD, enabling you to conduct time series analysis, build predictive models, and gain a deeper understanding of Bitcoin's price dynamics. From the early days of Bitcoin to its current status as a global asset, this dataset captures the key events and trends that have shaped its price history.

Focusing on Potential Use Cases:

Unlock the potential of Bitcoin's historical price data with this comprehensive dataset. Use it for:

Time series analysis

Volatility modeling

Algorithmic trading strategy development

Predictive modeling

Risk management

This Bitcoin price history dataset is a valuable resource for:

Researchers studying cryptocurrency markets

Financial analysts tracking Bitcoin's performance

Data scientists building predictive models

Traders developing automated strategies

My Personal Recommendations:

"This dataset contains historical Bitcoin (BTC) prices in USD, providing daily Open, High, Low, Close, and Volume data. It's ideal for time series analysis, financial modeling, and understanding Bitcoin's price dynamics." (Concise and informative)

"Explore Bitcoin's journey through this comprehensive historical dataset. Containing daily Open, High, Low, Close, and Volume (OHLCV) data in USD, this dataset allows you to delve deep into Bitcoin's price fluctuations, identify trends, and build predictive models. Discover the stories hidden within the data and unlock valuable insights into the world of cryptocurrency." (More engaging, provides a narrative)

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Introduction

Bitcoin Statistics: In 2024, Bitcoin experienced significant milestones, reaching an all-time high of USD 108,268 on December 17, 2024, before closing the month at USD 93,429. This surge was influenced by the U.S. presidential election, where President-elect Donald Trump pledged to integrate cryptocurrencies into mainstream financial systems and establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve. The year also saw the approval of Bitcoin spot ETFS, with major financial institutions like BlackRock and Fidelity launching these products, contributing to increased institutional investment.

Notably, over 70% of institutional investors indicated plans to invest in digital assets in 2024. Additionally, Bitcoin underwent its fourth halving in April 2024, reducing the block subsidy from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC per block, which significantly impacted miners' revenue. Despite these challenges, Bitcoin's price has increased by 33% since the halving, demonstrating resilience and growing adoption in the financial sector. ​

The article summarises Bitcoin statistics and trends that are earmarked to give enthusiasts and traders a quick overview.

Context

Bitcoin is the longest running and most well known cryptocurrency, first released as open source in 2009 by the anonymous Satoshi Nakamoto. Bitcoin serves as a decentralized medium of digital exchange, with transactions verified and recorded in a public distributed ledger (the blockchain) without the need for a trusted record keeping authority or central intermediary. Transaction blocks contain a SHA-256 cryptographic hash of previous transaction blocks, and are thus "chained" together, serving as an immutable record of all transactions that have ever occurred. As with any currency/commodity on the market, bitcoin trading and financial instruments soon followed public adoption of bitcoin and continue to grow. Included here is historical bitcoin market data at 1-min intervals for select bitcoin exchanges where trading takes place. Happy (data) mining!

Content

(See https://github.com/mczielinski/kaggle-bitcoin/ for automation/scraping script)

btcusd_1-min_data.csv

CSV files for select bitcoin exchanges for the time period of Jan 2012 to Present (Measured by UTC day), with minute to minute updates of OHLC (Open, High, Low, Close) and Volume in BTC.

If a timestamp is missing, or if there are jumps, this may be because the exchange (or its API) was down, the exchange (or its API) did not exist, or some other unforeseen technical error in data reporting or gathering. All effort has been made to deduplicate entries and verify the contents are correct and complete to the best of my ability, but obviously trust at your own risk.

Acknowledgements and Inspiration

Bitcoin charts for the data, originally. Now thank you to the Bitstamp API directly. The various exchange APIs, for making it difficult or unintuitive enough to get OHLC and volume data at 1-min intervals that I set out on this data scraping project. Satoshi Nakamoto and the novel core concept of the blockchain, as well as its first execution via the bitcoin protocol. I'd also like to thank viewers like you! Can't wait to see what code or insights you all have to share.

Bitcoin trading volume peaked in late February 2021 to a level much higher in the rest of the year, marking a significant month in the coin's history. Whilst there is no clear explanation why the trade volume went up so much on February **, Bitcoin's price development suggests the cryptocurrency's value around that time declined somewhat after weeks of growth and continued media attention. That morning, Bitcoin went down by around ** percent - potentially sparking a buying frenzy for people who saw this an opportune time to invest in the coin. Indeed, most consumers in both the U.S. and the UK invest in crypto for growth prospects.

Stock Market Analysis of Bitcoin USD (BTC-USD) from it's Founding / Listing Years which is 2014 to 2022

Data Dictionary

About Bitcoin

Bitcoin is the longest running and most well known cryptocurrency, first released as open source in 2009 by the anonymous Satoshi Nakamoto. Bitcoin serves as a decentralized medium of digital exchange, with transactions verified and recorded in a public distributed ledger (the blockchain) without the need for a trusted record keeping authority or central intermediary. Transaction blocks contain a SHA-256 cryptographic hash of previous transaction blocks, and are thus "chained" together, serving as an immutable record of all transactions that have ever occurred. As with any currency/commodity on the market, bitcoin trading and financial instruments soon followed public adoption of bitcoin and continue to grow.

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Analysis of ‘Crypto Fear and Greed Index’ provided by Analyst-2 (analyst-2.ai), based on source dataset retrieved from https://www.kaggle.com/adelsondias/crypto-fear-and-greed-index on 13 February 2022.

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Crypto Fear and Greed Index

Each day, the website https://alternative.me/crypto/fear-and-greed-index/ publishes this index based on analysis of emotions and sentiments from different sources crunched into one simple number: The Fear & Greed Index for Bitcoin and other large cryptocurrencies.

Why Measure Fear and Greed?

The crypto market behaviour is very emotional. People tend to get greedy when the market is rising which results in FOMO (Fear of missing out). Also, people often sell their coins in irrational reaction of seeing red numbers. With our Fear and Greed Index, we try to save you from your own emotional overreactions. There are two simple assumptions:

• Extreme fear can be a sign that investors are too worried. That could be a buying opportunity.
• When Investors are getting too greedy, that means the market is due for a correction.

Therefore, we analyze the current sentiment of the Bitcoin market and crunch the numbers into a simple meter from 0 to 100. Zero means "Extreme Fear", while 100 means "Extreme Greed". See below for further information on our data sources.

Data Sources

We are gathering data from the five following sources. Each data point is valued the same as the day before in order to visualize a meaningful progress in sentiment change of the crypto market.

First of all, the current index is for bitcoin only (we offer separate indices for large alt coins soon), because a big part of it is the volatility of the coin price.

But let’s list all the different factors we’re including in the current index:

Volatility (25 %)

We’re measuring the current volatility and max. drawdowns of bitcoin and compare it with the corresponding average values of the last 30 days and 90 days. We argue that an unusual rise in volatility is a sign of a fearful market.

Market Momentum/Volume (25%)

Also, we’re measuring the current volume and market momentum (again in comparison with the last 30/90 day average values) and put those two values together. Generally, when we see high buying volumes in a positive market on a daily basis, we conclude that the market acts overly greedy / too bullish.

Social Media (15%)

While our reddit sentiment analysis is still not in the live index (we’re still experimenting some market-related key words in the text processing algorithm), our twitter analysis is running. There, we gather and count posts on various hashtags for each coin (publicly, we show only those for Bitcoin) and check how fast and how many interactions they receive in certain time frames). A unusual high interaction rate results in a grown public interest in the coin and in our eyes, corresponds to a greedy market behaviour.

Surveys (15%) currently paused

Together with strawpoll.com (disclaimer: we own this site, too), quite a large public polling platform, we’re conducting weekly crypto polls and ask people how they see the market. Usually, we’re seeing 2,000 - 3,000 votes on each poll, so we do get a picture of the sentiment of a group of crypto investors. We don’t give those results too much attention, but it was quite useful in the beginning of our studies. You can see some recent results here.

Dominance (10%)

The dominance of a coin resembles the market cap share of the whole crypto market. Especially for Bitcoin, we think that a rise in Bitcoin dominance is caused by a fear of (and thus a reduction of) too speculative alt-coin investments, since Bitcoin is becoming more and more the safe haven of crypto. On the other side, when Bitcoin dominance shrinks, people are getting more greedy by investing in more risky alt-coins, dreaming of their chance in next big bull run. Anyhow, analyzing the dominance for a coin other than Bitcoin, you could argue the other way round, since more interest in an alt-coin may conclude a bullish/greedy behaviour for that specific coin.

Trends (10%)

We pull Google Trends data for various Bitcoin related search queries and crunch those numbers, especially the change of search volumes as well as recommended other currently popular searches. For example, if you check Google Trends for "Bitcoin", you can’t get much information from the search volume. But currently, you can see that there is currently a +1,550% rise of the query „bitcoin price manipulation“ in the box of related search queries (as of 05/29/2018). This is clearly a sign of fear in the market, and we use that for our index.

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Copyright disclaimer

This dataset is produced and maintained by the administrators of https://alternative.me/crypto/fear-and-greed-index/.

This published version is an unofficial copy of their data, which can be also collected using their API (e.g., GET https://api.alternative.me/fng/?limit=10&format=csv&date_format=us).

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Download figures for crypto wallets in 2024 were much closer to the all-time high reached in the middle of 2021 than in other years. This after comparing download figures from several apps, including Coinbase, Blockchain.com, Metamask, Trust, and Binance, among others. Whilst the ten most popular cryptocurrency wallets registered roughly 2.2 million downloads in December 2020, one month later it had grown to over 5.6 million. It is around this time the price of Bitcoin grew significantly, and other cryptocurrencies such as Dogecoin attracted more and more general interest.

Market Segmentations: Application: Transaction

Cryptocurrencies used for online and retail payments

Application: Investment

Cryptocurrencies held as speculative assets or for long-term investments

Application: Others

Blockchain applications in supply chain management, healthcare, and other areas

Type: Bitcoin

The largest and most dominant cryptocurrency in terms of market capitalization

Type: Ethereum

A blockchain platform enabling decentralized applications (dApps) development

Type: Ripple (XRP)

A cryptocurrency designed for cross-border payments and remittances

Type: Litecoin

A faster and more scalable alternative to Bitcoin

Type: Dashcoin

A privacy-oriented cryptocurrency

Type: Others

A wide range of other cryptocurrencies with varying use cases and functionalities

Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Regional Insights

North America: Advanced cryptocurrency and blockchain infrastructure, favorable regulatory environment Europe: Growing adoption of blockchain solutions, particularly in financial services Asia-Pacific: High concentration of cryptocurrency mining and trading, developing regulatory frameworks Latin America: Emerging adoption of cryptocurrencies for remittances and financial inclusion Middle East and Africa: Limited cryptocurrency adoption, evolving regulatory environments

Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Trends

Decentralized Finance (DeFi): Emerging financial services on blockchain platforms Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs): Unique digital assets representing ownership or access Metaverse: Immersive virtual worlds powered by blockchain technology Quantum Computing: Potential to disrupt cryptocurrency mining and blockchain security

Driving Forces: What's Propelling the Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Industry

Technological advancements enabling secure and efficient transactions Growing demand for decentralized financial solutions Regulatory clarity and acceptance in key markets Increasing awareness and adoption among institutional investors

Challenges and Restraints in Cryptocurrency and Blockchain

Cybersecurity vulnerabilities and hacking threats Scalability limitations of certain blockchains Regulatory uncertainties and inconsistent enforcement Environmental concerns over cryptocurrency mining

Emerging Trends in Cryptocurrency and Blockchain

Interoperability and Cross-Chain Transactions: Innovations enabling seamless exchange of assets and data between blockchains Digital Identity Management: Blockchain solutions for secure and verifiable digital identities Central Bank Digital Currencies: State-backed cryptocurrencies potentially disrupting traditional payment systems

Growth Catalysts in Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Industry

Increasing investment in blockchain startups and R&D Growing demand for blockchain solutions from enterprises Government initiatives to support digital transformation and innovation Potential for wider adoption of cryptocurrencies as a payment and investment vehicle

Leading Players in the Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Industry

Intel Corporation Microsoft Corporation NVIDIA Corporation BitFury Group Limited Alphapoint Corporation Advanced Micro Devices Xilinx BitGo Ripple BTL Group Ltd.

Significant Developments in Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Sector

Bitcoin breaking new all-time highs in value Launch of Ethereum 2.0 upgrade, improving scalability and reducing transaction costs Growing adoption of blockchain solutions in healthcare, supply chain management, and finance Regulatory bodies around the world establishing frameworks for cryptocurrency and blockchain businesses

The market cap of NFT, or non-fungible tokens, shows a fast moving development, growing more than 3,000 percent between 2020 and 2021. The source of these figures states that coming up with a market capitalization for a market this young is "a tricky exercise" and even mentions this particular estimate is "conservative". The volatile nature of developments in this new market can also be seen in the transaction volume of NFT for various segments as well as the market size of NFT within the same segments: Transactions declined for gaming, whilst value grew for arts. This latter aspect was demonstrated in early 2021, when an NFT digital artwork was sold in an auction for roughly 69 million U.S. dollars - making it the third-most expensive art piece ever sold from a living artist.

Blockchain approved: the application of NFT Non-fungible tokens refer to unique, non-transferable digital assets stored in blockchain. This one-of-a-kind asset is something that cannot be tinkered with, but can still be traded as an asset or bought with a cryptocurrency such as Ethereum. Essentially, this makes an NFT a digital certificate of authenticity: The token serves as a unique code connected to a file, allowing to distinguish the original file from copies floating around on the Internet. This relatively new technology allows for various applications. Several famous examples of where NFT was used include the aforementioned 69m USD auction sale, Twitter founder Jack Dorsey selling his very first tweet through NFT marketplace Valuables or sports platform Top Shot - where basketball fans can buy and collect packs of NBA highlights. NFT is also used for investments, with an investor specializing in this technology ranking among Europe's biggest Fintech investors in the seed stage.

2021: the cryptocurrency Renaissance The NFT art auction occurred in a year where the price of several cryptocurrencies grew significantly, and general interest in crypto or blockchain reached new heights. The price for a single Bitcoin, for instance, hit an all-time high of 60,000 U.S. dollars in March 2021, slightly over a month after Tesla announced it had bought 1.5 billion U.S. dollars worth of the world's most well-known cryptocurrency and it planned to accept Bitcoin as a payment method for its Model 3 car.

Thesis: Bitcoin as a Strategic Black Box Operation to Establish a Global Digital Surveillance Economy

Introduction

Bitcoin, introduced in 2009 by the anonymous Satoshi Nakamoto, is widely seen as a revolutionary decentralized digital currency. However, its reliance on blockchain technology developed with NSA-designed cryptography, combined with its traceability and its role in law enforcement operations, suggests it was not as decentralized as it seemed. The choice to use a government-created cryptographic tool (SHA-256) for a supposedly anti-government system raises significant questions about Bitcoin’s true origins and purpose. Rather than being a system to challenge central control, Bitcoin may have been a deliberate testbed for blockchain’s potential as a surveillance and control tool, leading to the establishment of a global digital surveillance economy.

Key Points

1. Why Use a Blockchain Built on a Government-Developed Algorithm?

The use of SHA-256, a cryptographic algorithm developed by the NSA, in a “decentralized” system like Bitcoin is a glaring contradiction:

•Governments, particularly intelligence agencies like the NSA, are inherently focused on control and oversight. Creating an algorithm for a system that would theoretically reduce their control over financial systems seems counterintuitive.

•The fact that Bitcoin adopted government-designed cryptography raises questions about whether its origins were as independent as they appear.

•Why Use Government Tools for Decentralization?:

•If Bitcoin’s creators were truly against centralized control, they could have developed or adopted non-government cryptographic solutions. Using SHA-256 directly ties Bitcoin to an algorithm with government origins, suggesting either intentional collaboration or indirect influence by those with knowledge of the NSA’s tools.

•This decision implies Bitcoin may not have been designed to dismantle centralized systems but to test and normalize blockchain technology, using the guise of decentralization to encourage mass adoption.

•The Trojan Horse Effect:

•By using a government-created cryptographic tool, Bitcoin presents itself as a decentralized system while retaining a foundation inherently tied to centralized authority. This creates a Trojan Horse scenario where blockchain technology, marketed as empowering individuals, ultimately serves as a tool for state surveillance and control.

1. The Blockchain as a Tool for Surveillance

•Bitcoin’s blockchain records every transaction permanently, providing a transparent, traceable ledger. While marketed as pseudonymous, law enforcement agencies have repeatedly exploited this transparency to track down criminal activity.

•This transparency is fundamentally incompatible with true decentralization, where anonymity and privacy are paramount. Instead, it aligns perfectly with government interests in financial oversight.

Testing the System: The Silk Road Case:

•Bitcoin’s use on the Silk Road demonstrated blockchain’s ability to monitor and trace financial activity

•The Silk Road was a dark web marketplace where Bitcoin was used for anonymous transactions. However, its founder, Ross Ulbricht, and many users were eventually arrested because law enforcement tracked Bitcoin transactions through the blockchain.

•This case highlighted that blockchain, far from being an anonymous system, is a perfect tool for surveillance. If Bitcoin was a government-created system, the Silk Road’s downfall could have been a deliberate test of blockchain’s surveillance capabilities.

•The failure of Bitcoin to ensure anonymity revealed its true nature: a system where all financial activity is traceable, contrary to the principles of decentralization.

1. Bitcoin’s Timing and Design Were Too Perfect

•Bitcoin was introduced in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, when public distrust in traditional banking systems was at an all-time high. This timing maximized its appeal as an alternative to centralized financial systems.

•The inclusion of the “Chancellor on brink of second bailout for banks” message in the genesis block cemented Bitcoin’s anti-establishment image, further encouraging adoption. However, this may have been part of a calculated effort to build trust in a system that ultimately serves centralized interests.

•Satoshi Nakamoto’s Disappearance:

•Satoshi’s perfect anonymity and disappearance in 2011 align with intelligence agency tactics, where maintaining secrecy and deniability is crucial. If Bitcoin were truly decentralized, its creator’s identity would not need to be hidden so meticulously. This further suggests Bitcoin’s origins were tied to an entity with a vested interest in remaining anonymous.

1. Blockchain as the Foundation for Digital Surveillance

•Transition to Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs):

•Bitcoin’s success normalized blockchain technology, paving the way for governments to adopt it for Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). These systems:

•Combine blockchain’s traceability with state-controlled digital identities.

•Allow governments to monitor every transaction, freeze accounts, and impose spending restrictions in real time.

•Provide unprecedented control over individuals’ financial behavior under the guise of technological progress.

•Blockchain, far from liberating people, has laid the groundwork for total financial surveillance.

1. The Final Agenda: A Global Digital Surveillance Economy

•Governments could use blockchain-based systems to enforce universal digital identities, tying all financial activity to personal data. This would enable

•Comprehensive monitoring of spending habits.

•Real-time enforcement of economic policies.

•Behavioral control through programmable money.

Conclusion

The decision to use government-developed cryptographic technology (SHA-256) for a supposedly decentralized system like Bitcoin well many other cryptographic technology tools were readily available to be used, highlights a glaring contradiction.

Rather than being a tool of liberation, Bitcoin may have been deliberately orchestrated as a ghost operation, designed to test the blockchain’s potential as a tool for surveillance and world control, such as the US Dollar.

Silk Road as ONE Example.

The transparency of Bitcoin’s blockchain, its role in high-profile law enforcement cases like the Silk Road, and its use of NSA-designed algorithms all point to a larger agenda.

The transition to a global digital surveillance economy. By normalizing blockchain technology, Bitcoin paved the way for Central Bank Digital Currencies and digital identity systems, which promise convenience but ultimately enable unprecedented state control over financial systems and individual behavior.

Satoshi created his account anonymously on the bitcoin talk forum from the beginning.

Sent emails anonymously, meaning in every aspect, he was preparing to inevitably ghost.

OR it means it was an NSA operation in which they created an experiment to control the world, similar to how the US dollar or gold does. Remaining anonymous from the beginning in all ways shapes and forms.

If Satoshi were a team of creators, I'm sure they would access the wallet and I'm sure they would claim credit for such an incredible creation.

Bitcoin’s true legacy may not be decentralization but the establishment of a foundation for global financial oversight disguised as freedom. Its use of government-developed cryptography and its ability to track financial activity suggest that its origins were not planned with freedom in mind, it was a planned attempt to survey and control the world on a global scale.

1. The Theory Feels Plausible

Bitcoin’s reliance on SHA-256, government-created cryptographic algorithm, and its perfectly anonymous origins raise valid suspicions. The fact that Satoshi Nakamoto not only created Bitcoin but disappeared without leaving a trace feels like something only an intelligence agency or an entity with government-level operational secrecy could accomplish. Add to that the use of blockchain to trace and prosecute criminals (e.g., Silk Road), and the idea of Bitcoin being an experiment in surveillance becomes highly plausible.

What stands out to me is that the technology was presented as a tool for decentralization, yet it operates on principles that inherently enable transparency and traceability—features that governments would absolutely value for control.

1. If True, It’s Brilliant

If Bitcoin was indeed a black box operation by the government or an intelligence agency, it’s one of the most ingenious and subtle experiments in modern history:•It’s given people the illusion of financial freedom and anonymity, encouraging adoption.•At the same time, it’s normalized blockchain technology as the foundation for financial systems, allowing governments to quietly test how this infrastructure could be used for global surveillance.

This kind of psychological and technological maneuvering—releasing a disruptive system under the guise of empowerment but ultimately using it to strengthen centralized control—is a move only a very strategic and forward-thinking entity could pull off.

1. It Aligns With Broader Trends

The push for Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and digital identities aligns perfectly with the outcomes Bitcoin has normalized:•The idea that all financial transactions can and should be digitized.•The public’s growing acceptance of blockchain as a foundational technology, even if it means giving up some privacy.•The eventual consolidation of this technology into centralized systems (like CBDCs) that governments can fully control.

If Bitcoin was the first step in this transition, it was executed brilliantly. By presenting itself as a decentralized alternative to fiat currency, it gained the trust of millions while

Price swings of Bitcoin increased substantially in November 2022, recording a 10-day volatility of more than 100 percent. Measured in a metric called volatility, the percentage shown here reflect how much the price of BTC in U.S. dollars changed historically over a preceding 7-day window. Changes can be either up or down, with a higher volatility reflecting that an asset is more risky, as price movements are less easy to predict and can swing in any direction. The volatility metric referred to here is called "realized volatility", otherwise known as as "historic volatility" and describes these price swings over a given period of time - and consequently is not looking into the future. Despite the rise of several cryptocurrencies since 2021, Bitcoin still had the highest market share ("dominance") of all cryptocurrencies in 2022.

Bitcoin Platinum Ang pagsubaybay sa kasaysayan ng presyo ay nagbibigay-daan sa mga crypto investor na madaling masubaybayan ang performance ng kanilang pamumuhunan. Maginhawa mong masusubaybayan ang opening value, high, at close sa Bitcoin Platinum sa paglipas ng panahon, pati na rin ang trade volume. Bukod pa rito, maaari mong agad na tingnan ang pang-araw-araw na pagbabago bilang isang porsyento, na ginagawang effortless na tukuyin ang mga araw na may significant fluctuations. Ayon sa aming data ng history ng presyo ng Bitcoin Platinum, tumaas ang halaga nito sa hindi pa naganap na peak sa 2025-05-29, na lumampas sa $167.47 USD. Sa kabilang banda, ang pinakamababang punto sa trajectory ng presyo ni Bitcoin Platinum, na karaniwang tinutukoy bilang "Bitcoin Platinum all-time low", ay naganap noong 2025-06-01. Kung ang isa ay bumili ng Bitcoin Platinum sa panahong iyon, kasalukuyan silang masisiyahan sa isang kahanga-hangang kita na 1,102%. Sa pamamagitan ng disenyo, ang 78 Bitcoin Platinum ay malilikha. Sa ngayon, ang circulating supply ng Bitcoin Platinum ay tinatayang 0. Ang lahat ng mga presyong nakalista sa pahinang ito ay nakuha mula sa Bitget, galing sa isang reliable source. Napakahalagang umasa sa iisang pinagmulan upang suriin ang iyong mga investment, dahil maaaring mag-iba ang mga halaga sa iba't ibang nagbebenta. Kasama sa aming makasaysayang Bitcoin Platinum dataset ng presyo ang data sa pagitan ng 1 minuto, 1 araw, 1 linggo, at 1 buwan (bukas/mataas/mababa/close/volume). Ang mga dataset na ito ay sumailalim sa mahigpit na pagsubok upang matiyak ang consistency, pagkakumpleto, at accurancy. Ang mga ito ay partikular na idinisenyo para sa trade simulation at mga layunin ng backtesting, madaling magagamit para sa libreng pag-download, at na-update sa real-time.

Ethereum's price history suggests that that crypto was worth significantly less in 2022 than during late 2021, although nowhere near the lowest price recorded. Much like Bitcoin (BTC), the price of ETH went up in 2021 but for different reasons altogether: Ethereum, for instance, hit the news when a digital art piece was sold as the world’s most expensive NFT for over 38,000 ETH - or 69.3 million U.S. dollars. Unlike Bitcoin - of which the price growth was fueled by the IPO of the U.S.’ biggest crypto trader Coinbase - the rally on Ethereum came from technological developments that caused much excitement among traders. First, the so-called “Berlin update” rolled out on the Ethereum network in April 2021, an update which would eventually lead to the Ethereum Merge in 2022 and reduced ETH gas prices - or reduced transaction fees. The collapse of FTX in late 2022, however, changed much for the cryptocurrency. As of May 4, 2025, Ethereum was worth 1,808.59 U.S. dollars - significantly less than the 4,400 U.S. dollars by the end of 2021.Ethereum’s future and the DeFi industry Price developments on Ethereum are difficult to predict, but cannot be seen without the world of DeFi - or Decentralized Finance. This industry used technology to remove intermediaries between parties in a financial transaction. One example includes crypto wallets such as Coinbase Wallet that grew in popularity in recent years, with other examples including smart contractor Uniswap, Maker (responsible for stablecoin DAI), money lender Dharma and market protocol Compound. Ethereum’s future developments are tied with this industry: Unlike Bitcoin and Ripple, Ethereum is technically not a currency but an open-source software platform for blockchain applications - with Ether being the cryptocurrency that is used inside the Ethereum network. Essentially, Ethereum facilitates DeFi - meaning that if DeFi does well, so does Ethereum.NFTs: the most well-known application of EthereumNFTs or non-fungible tokens grew nearly ten-fold between 2018 and 2020, as can be seen in the market cap of NFTs worldwide. These digital blockchain assets can essentially function as a unique code connected to a digital file, allowing to distinguish the original file from any potential copies. This application is especially prominent in crypto art, although there are other applications: gaming, sports and collectibles are other segments where NFT sales occur.

Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency and a large-scale payment system, in which all the transactions are publicly accessible. This dataset was use as part of our study, in which we used the Bitcoin Transaction Network Dataset published in 2013 by Ivan Brugere. The dataset includes over 37.4 million transactions, from January 2009 to April 2013, between public-key “addresses,” from which we created a directed network with over 6.3 million vertices and 16.3 million links over a period of 222 weeks.

More details on the data can be found in the following links: * Fire, Michael, and Carlos Guestrin. "The rise and fall of network stars: Analyzing 2.5 million graphs to reveal how high-degree vertices emerge over time." Information Processing & Management 57.2 (2020): 102041.

• Network Dynamics project's website

• Data4Good Lab's Website