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Bitcoin Market Data

Current price
€ 92.478,43
Market cap
€ 1.843.884.125.881,19
Volume (24H)
€ 11.682.597.534,14
Circulating supply
19.943.943,00 BTC
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What is Bitcoin?

Bitcoin is the very first digital currency (cryptocurrency) in the world. It was originally conceived as a means of payment by the mysterious developer Satoshi Nakamoto to be independent of banks and governments. Over time, it has evolved into an investment asset that challenges the traditional financial system. More and more investors, companies, and even governments now see it as a legitimate investment vehicle.

All transactions made with Bitcoin take place on a decentralized network called the blockchain. This is the technology behind Bitcoin, where thousands of computers around the world verify and record transactions.

Simply put, the Bitcoin blockchain ensures that:
  • No central authority (such as a bank or government) is required
  • The system is completely transparent (all transactions are public)
  • Everything is secured by technology instead of relying on trust in a third party.

When Bitcoin was launched, it was determined that there would never be more than 21 million BTC coins in existence. This scarcity makes Bitcoin non-inflationary, unlike traditional money, where unlimited amounts can be printed. As a result, more and more investors and institutions see Bitcoin as “digital gold”: a scarce, secure, and globally recognized store of value.
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Bitcoin (BTC) Price Performance

Bitcoin price is +49,54% over the last year. The highest price of BTC in the last year was € 107.698,41 and the lowest price of Bitcoin in the last year was € 61.407,36.
1D return
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1W return
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1M return
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1Y return
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YTD return
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All-time return
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  • How to buy Bitcoin?

    Follow the steps below to easily and securely buy Bitcoin.

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    Yes, with Auto Invest, you can set up daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly purchases of your favorite crypto using the Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) strategy. Create your own investment plan and DCA Bitcoin without any action required or additional fees.

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  • What fees do I need to pay when buying Bitcoin?

    When you buy Bitcoin through Finst, you benefit from ultra-low trading fees of 0,15% per transaction.

    Any fees you may encounter when trading crypto are clearly shown for every transaction on our platform.

    It's important to note that network fees are outside of our control, as they are determined by the blockchain networks themselves.

    This means that while network fees may vary depending on the blockchain and current demand, our trading fee remains consistent, helping you better manage your transaction costs.

  • Which order types can I use to buy Bitcoin?

    At Finst, we support several order types to buy Bitcoin: Market Order, Limit Order, and Auto Invest (DCA).

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    - Do you want to buy Bitcoin at a lower price? With a Limit Order, you set the maximum price you're willing to pay for Bitcoin. Your order will be executed once your limit price is reached on the market.

    - Do you want to invest in Bitcoin without constantly checking the market? With Auto Invest, you can schedule automatic and recurring purchases. Whether you want to buy daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly - you choose the frequency.

  • Can I use limit order to buy Bitcoin?

    Yes, on our platform, you can easily buy Bitcoin with a Limit Order. This allows you to set the maximum price you're willing to pay. Your order will be executed once the price of Bitcoin reaches your limit price or lower.

    A Limit Order is ideal if you want to wait for a better price without constantly monitoring the market.

  • Is it safe to buy Bitcoin?

    Yes, it is safe to buy Bitcoin through Finst. We are authorized as a crypto-asset service provider by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) (no. 41000015), and we are the first and only Dutch crypto platform that successfully obtained a Proof of Reserves (PoR) from an independent and reputable audit firm (Audit Now). At Finst, your assets are segregated and held on a 1:1 basis, plus reserves.

  • Is it legal to buy Bitcoin?

    Yes, buying Bitcoin is legal in Europe. However, we advise you to do your own research before making a purchase.

  • Can I buy Bitcoin anonymously?

    No, due to laws and regulations, it is not possible to buy Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies anonymously on a regulated crypto platform in Europe.

  • Can I buy Bitcoin with iDEAL?

    Yes, at Finst, you can easily buy Bitcoin with iDEAL. We also support popular payment methods like SEPA and Bancontact.

  • Do you have to buy one Bitcoin?

    At Finst, you can start investing in Bitcoin with as little as €1. For many coins, it is not necessary to buy a whole coin.

  • What are the risks of investing in Bitcoin?

    Investing in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin involves risks of losses. You can lose (part of) your deposit. Before you decide to buy Bitcoin, it is important to understand the risks.

    Volatility: The price of Bitcoin can fluctuate significantly. This means that its value can rise and fall quickly.

    No guaranteed profit: Previous price increases do not guarantee future returns. Therefore, only invest money that you can afford to lose.

    External factors: The price of Bitcoin is influenced by external factors, such as economic conditions and the actions of influential individuals, governments, and institutions. These factors can have a positive or negative impact on the price.

  • How to store Bitcoin?

    You can securely store your Bitcoin in your Finst wallet. Some cryptocurrencies also support external wallets, allowing you to send your crypto to your own wallet if desired. We use state-of-the-art security measures to keep you and your crypto safe.

    We work with Fireblocks, one of the most trusted crypto security infrastructure providers, to safely store your Bitcoin. They make use of Multi-Party Computation (MPC) technology which is an advanced cryptographic technology used to protect your digital assets.

    Additionally, Finst is the first and only Dutch crypto platform that has successfully conducted an extensive Proof of Reserves (PoR) audit. With Finst, your assets are segregated and held on a 1:1 basis, plus reserves.

  • Can I send my Bitcoin to an external wallet?

    Yes, you can send your Bitcoin to an external wallet. With Finst, you can easily send your Bitcoin to a hardware or a software wallet.

  • Can I store Bitcoin on a hardware wallet?

    Yes, you can store Bitcoin (BTC) on hardware wallets such as Ledger or Trezor.

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Why do people buy Bitcoin?

According to recent studies, more than 100 million people worldwide now own (a portion of) Bitcoin. In the Netherlands alone, approximately 1.2 million Dutch citizens own Bitcoin. Most people don’t buy Bitcoin to pay for groceries or make everyday transactions, but because they believe in its future value.

An important advantage of buying Bitcoin is that you don’t need to purchase a full Bitcoin. This means you can buy Bitcoin for any amount in euros, for example 0.001 BTC. This makes Bitcoin accessible to everyone.

However, some people also use Bitcoin practically as a means of payment. Bitcoin can be sent anywhere in the world without the involvement of banks or payment processors. This allows you to transfer money quickly, securely, and relatively cheaply to someone on the other side of the world. This makes Bitcoin particularly attractive for international and cross-border payments, unlike traditional banks that often charge high fees and have long processing times.

Since its launch in 2009, it has already delivered high returns. While traditional investments like stocks or bonds often yield only a few percent per year, Bitcoin has seen periods where its value increased by more than a thousand percent. Although the crypto market can be very volatile, it remains the best-performing asset class of the past decade.

These are the commercial strengths of Bitcoin:

  • Scarcity: With a maximum supply of 21 million Bitcoins, it is scarce and attractive for the long term.
  • Growing global demand: While Bitcoin was mainly popular among tech enthusiasts in its early years, it is now known worldwide. Major asset managers such as BlackRock and Fidelity even offer Bitcoin ETFs, bringing billions of new capital into the market. This increases both legitimacy and demand.
  • Protection against inflation: While governments around the world can print money at will, Bitcoin maintains a fixed supply. Investors therefore see it as a hedge against inflation that helps preserve purchasing power.
  • Accessibility and high liquidity: The crypto market is always open, allowing you to trade Bitcoin 24/7. You can buy Bitcoin whenever and wherever you want.
  • Market leader and trendsetter: Bitcoin is the largest cryptocurrency. Often, when Bitcoin rises, other cryptocurrencies follow. For that reason, investors see Bitcoin as the safest and most stable choice within the volatile crypto world.

In short: people buy Bitcoin because they believe it will be worth more in the future.

How does Bitcoin (BTC) work?

Bitcoin is a digital currency that exists only online and is issued on the Bitcoin blockchain. You cannot touch it or print it like a physical coin or banknote. What makes Bitcoin special is that no central authority, bank, or government is needed to keep the system running. Instead, Bitcoin is managed by a global network of independent computers (nodes), also known as miners.

These miners play a crucial role in the system. They are responsible for approving transactions and adding them to a public, immutable digital ledger, the blockchain. They do this by solving complex mathematical formulas. The first miner to solve them gets to add the block containing the processed transactions to the blockchain. This is a computationally intensive process known as Bitcoin mining. During this process, new Bitcoins are also brought into circulation, which miners receive as a reward.

This process of using computing power to add new blocks is called the Proof-of-Work algorithm.

When you send Bitcoin, you pay a small network fee. This fee goes to the miners as compensation for processing your transactions. The size of the fee depends on when you make the transaction, the busier the network, the higher the costs. In addition to the mining reward, the network fee acts as an incentive to keep as many miners active as possible. This makes the network more decentralized, and therefore extra secure and reliable.

How and where do you store Bitcoin?

Since Bitcoin is not a physical coin, you must store it online in a crypto wallet. As a user, you always have the option to create your own crypto wallet or have it managed by a third party such as Finst (or another crypto provider).

Crypto wallets come in different types and forms, but every wallet has two important components: a public address called the public key (similar to your bank account number), which allows you to receive Bitcoin, and the most important part, a private key (your personal access code), which proves to the blockchain that the Bitcoin truly belongs to you.

You can store Bitcoin in various types of wallets:

  • Software wallets: apps or programs that you install on your phone or computer.
  • Hardware wallets: physical devices (like a USB stick) that store your Bitcoin offline, providing extra security.
  • Platform wallets: for example, here at Finst, where we securely store your Bitcoin for you without requiring much technical knowledge.

You can use these crypto wallets to send Bitcoin to someone by entering the public key and the amount. This sends the transaction to the blockchain, where it is then verified by the miners on the network.

How does a Bitcoin transaction work?

Imagine this: you want to send Bitcoin to a friend. Here’s what happens:

  1. You enter the amount and add your friend’s Bitcoin address (similar to an IBAN number).
  2. You click ‘send.’
  3. The transaction is sent to the Bitcoin network, where thousands of computers (also called ‘nodes’) verify that everything is correct.
  4. Once the network approves the transaction, it is added to a digital ledger, the blockchain.
  5. Congratulations! You’ve just completed a Bitcoin transaction. It’s that simple.

Who are the founders of Bitcoin?

Bitcoin was launched in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto. This is a pseudonym for a person or group who introduced the first cryptocurrency and blockchain database. To this day, the true identity of this developer remains unknown. In 2008, Satoshi Nakamoto published a whitepaper titled Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System. It described how digital money could be transferred without third-party intermediaries such as banks.

The inspiration for this whitepaper came from the global financial crisis of 2008. During that crisis, millions of people lost their savings while various governments had to bail out banks with taxpayer money. Confidence in the financial system dropped significantly.
Satoshi Nakamoto observed that the existing system relied on trust in third parties, such as banks, governments, and financial institutions, to manage, control, or sometimes even misuse people’s money. The idea of Bitcoin was born: an alternative currency that people could use directly with one another without the involvement of banks or governments.

The identity of this person or group remains a mystery to this day. Nakamoto called Bitcoin a cryptocurrency, a term that combines ‘cryptography’ and ‘currency,’ referring to a secure form of digital money.

Within the crypto space, there is still widespread speculation about the founder’s identity. Over the years, several investigations have been conducted, but there is still insufficient evidence to determine who Nakamoto actually is. Some possible candidates include:

Peter Todd

In the HBO documentary Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery, Canadian developer Peter Todd is mentioned as a possible Satoshi Nakamoto. Todd, a cryptographer who contributed to the development of Bitcoin, denies this identity. According to him, filmmaker Cullen Hoback used the accusation mainly to attract attention to the documentary after its release.

Hal Finney

In 2004, Hal Finney developed a system that laid the foundation for how Bitcoin works, five years before Satoshi Nakamoto introduced Bitcoin. Finney was also the recipient of the first Bitcoin transaction. Although this fueled much speculation, Finney denied being Nakamoto until his death in 2014.

Craig Wright

Australian entrepreneur Craig Wright claims to be Satoshi Nakamoto, or at least part of the group that created Bitcoin. Although he has repeatedly promised to provide proof for his claim, no convincing evidence has ever been presented.

What makes Bitcoin so secure?

The Bitcoin blockchain is considered one of the most secure digital networks in the world. Bitcoin has never been hacked, an impressive feat given the size and value of the network. This is due to the way transactions are validated: by thousands of computers (miners) distributed worldwide. As a result, the network is extremely well protected.

Because the Bitcoin network does not run on a single server, it is virtually impossible for a hacker to compromise it. Theoretically, a hacker would need to take control of 51% of the computing power, also known as the hashrate, to gain control of the network. This is called a 51% attack.
In practice, this is almost impossible, as such an attack would cost billions of dollars in hardware and electricity. Additionally, the attacker would need to compete with other miners. If such an attack ever occurred, other miners could take action to protect the network.

The network is maintained by thousands of computers around the world. Therefore, there is no central server or organization that can fail or be hacked. Even if part of the network goes offline, the rest continues to operate.

Blockchain technology ensures that all transactions are permanent and transparent. Nothing can be changed or deleted on the blockchain unless a majority of miners agree to it.

Users can protect their Bitcoin with their private keys, which give them sole access to their Bitcoins. You can only perform transactions if you have your private key. It’s therefore essential to keep it safe, if someone else gains access to your private key, they can steal your funds.

Finally, everything that happens on the Bitcoin blockchain is public. You cannot see personal data, but you can see transactions of a specific amount of BTC from wallet A to wallet B. This can all be viewed in a block explorer, along with all wallets and their balances. This transparency allows anyone to verify blockchain activity and helps identify and address suspicious behavior. It’s one of the main reasons the system is considered secure and trustworthy.

What is a Bitcoin ETF?

After years of debate with regulators, a Bitcoin ETF was approved on January 10, 2024. This approval by the U.S. financial regulator SEC gave a positive boost to Bitcoin and the broader crypto market. Among others, the world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock, now offers a Bitcoin ETF.

An Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is an investment product that can be traded on an exchange without owning the underlying asset directly. An ETF represents the value of, for example, a commodity or an index. The Bitcoin ETF makes it easier for institutional investors, such as investment funds and banks, to invest in Bitcoin. This results in an influx of new capital into the crypto market, which can positively influence price development in the long term.

After the SEC gave the green light for a Bitcoin ETF, it also approved ETFs for Ethereum and other altcoins. It’s expected that more crypto ETFs will be approved in the future.

What is the Bitcoin halving?

The Bitcoin halving is an important mechanism within the Bitcoin blockchain that occurs approximately every four years. During the halving, the reward miners receive for adding a new block is cut in half. The purpose of the Bitcoin halving is to gradually reduce the supply of new Bitcoins over time to combat inflation. As a result, Bitcoin becomes increasingly scarce, which according to the economic law of supply and demand, can ultimately lead to a higher value of Bitcoin.

The block rewards and all Bitcoin halvings since its launch:

  • At the launch of Bitcoin in 2009, the block reward was 50 BTC per new block
  • The first halving in 2012 reduced the block reward to 25 BTC per new block
  • The second halving in 2016 reduced the block reward to 12.5 BTC per new block
  • The third halving in 2020 reduced the block reward to 6.25 BTC per new block
  • The fourth halving in 2024 reduced the block reward to 3.125 BTC per new block

Historically, Bitcoin halvings have often led to significant price increases, as crypto investors react to the growing scarcity of Bitcoin. In addition, halvings (historically) have often influenced not only the Bitcoin price but also the broader crypto market.

What is the Bitcoin prediction?

No one can predict the Bitcoin price with certainty, but analysts and investors still try to make forecasts based on various factors. These include the general market situation, regulations, adoption rates, and technological developments within the Bitcoin network itself. Additionally, specific events such as the Bitcoin halving, interest rate changes by central banks, or political developments can have a major impact on the price. Discover the Bitcoin price forecast by Finst. Always do your own research and keep in mind the high volatility of the crypto market.

Does Bitcoin have its own blockchain?

Yes, Bitcoin uses its own blockchain to process and record transactions in a decentralized manner. You can send Bitcoins via the Bitcoin blockchain to another Bitcoin wallet address.

Different Types of Bitcoin

Bitcoin (BTC) has become an integral part of the cryptocurrency world, but there are various types of Bitcoin and Bitcoin-related tokens you may encounter. Although they are all related in some way to the original Bitcoin network, each has its own unique characteristics and applications. Here we explain the most important types of Bitcoin and how they differ.

Bitcoin (BTC)

Bitcoin (BTC) is the first and original cryptocurrency, launched in 2009 by the anonymous Satoshi Nakamoto. This is the coin we refer to when we talk about Bitcoin. It is the first and official Bitcoin.

Characteristics of Bitcoin include decentralization and limited supply. The Bitcoin network will only ever have 21 million coins in circulation, and that number will never change.

Bitcoin Cash (BCH)

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) emerged in 2017 as a result of a so-called ‘hard fork’ from Bitcoin. The reason for the split was a disagreement about how to scale the Bitcoin network. Bitcoin Cash has larger blocks than Bitcoin, which means it can handle more transactions per second. This makes it a popular choice for daily payments, while Bitcoin is more often used as a long-term investment.

Characteristics of Bitcoin Cash include faster transactions and lower fees. Because of its larger blocks, more transactions can be processed per second, increasing speed. Transaction fees are also typically lower than with Bitcoin.

Bitcoin SV (BSV)

Bitcoin SV (Satoshi Vision) is another fork of Bitcoin Cash, created in 2018. The goal of Bitcoin SV is to restore the original vision of Bitcoin as conceived by Satoshi Nakamoto. Bitcoin SV has an even larger block size than Bitcoin Cash, allowing it to process thousands of transactions per second. This makes it ideal as a scalable payment solution.

Characteristics of Bitcoin SV include very large blocks, enabling massive scalability, making it suitable for peer-to-peer payments and commercial applications. Transaction fees are also extremely low.

Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC)

Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) is a token that represents Bitcoin on the Ethereum blockchain. It is not a standalone cryptocurrency but a way to use Bitcoin within the Ethereum ecosystem, for example in decentralized finance (DeFi) applications. Each WBTC token is fully backed by 1 BTC, meaning that WBTC always retains the value of 1 Bitcoin, but within the Ethereum network.

Characteristics of Wrapped Bitcoin include the connection between Bitcoin and Ethereum, allowing you to use Bitcoin on another network. It is integrated into DeFi applications such as lending, borrowing, and trading. Furthermore, every WBTC is backed 1:1 by a real Bitcoin in reserve.

Bitcoin Gold (BTG)

Bitcoin Gold (BTG) was created in 2017 as another fork of Bitcoin. The goal of Bitcoin Gold was to make mining more accessible to people using graphics cards (GPUs) instead of specialized hardware required for mining Bitcoin. Bitcoin Gold focuses on decentralization and aims to make mining accessible to a wider audience.

Characteristics of Bitcoin Gold include the ability to mine using regular graphics cards (GPU mining), making it accessible to everyone. It focuses on decentralization and strives to make Bitcoin mining available to a broader public. However, most investors simply choose to buy Bitcoin directly.

Bitcoin Lightning Network

The Bitcoin Lightning Network is not a cryptocurrency itself but a technology built on top of the Bitcoin blockchain. It was designed to improve the speed and cost of Bitcoin transactions. Through the Lightning Network, small payments can take place almost instantly and at much lower fees than standard Bitcoin transactions.

Characteristics of the Lightning Network include the ability to make fast payments with instant transaction processing. Transaction costs via the Lightning Network are often much lower than regular Bitcoin transactions. It is also ideal for micropayments.

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