Bitcoin

Bitcoin is a new electronic payment system that removes the need for third party financial institutions. It speeds up transactions while reducing costs and minimizing the potential for fraud. The name “cryptocurrency” points to how it uses “cryptographic proof” to work, AKA a blockchain.

Bitcoin’s concept was first introduced in 2008 when a person going by the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto shared a white paper titled “Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System.” In January 2009, the Bitcoin blockchain was launched. 

A new electronic payment system called Bitcoin removes the need for third-party financial institutions. It speeds up transactions while reducing costs and fraud-risk. The name “cryptocurrency” points to how it uses “cryptographic proof” to work, AKA a blockchain.   

Bitcoin has a finite supply of 21 million, which is expected to be reached by the year 2140. Currently, 18.8 million are circulating in the market. Note that Bitcoin represents the concept of the network, while bitcoin (lower-case ‘b’) represents the currency.

Bitcoin is one of the most well-known cryptos as it was the first decentralized currency. 

Currently, BTC’s dominance is above 40%. Bitcoin Dominance is a measure of how much of the total market cap of crypto is made up of Bitcoin. Bitcoin’s influence in the crypto ecosystem could be vulnerable to competition as alternative coins grow in popularity and utility.

Oil markets slid over the Memorial Day weekend as President Trump said a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is “largely negotiated,” pulling Brent crude below $99 while bitcoin held near $77,000 with U.S. stock exchanges shuttered for the holiday. Trump Signals U.S.

Brent Crude Tumbles Below $99 as Trump Signals US-Iran Deal, Bitcoin Holds Near $77K

MoonPay's new app lets users buy cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Solana, through ChatGPT just by speaking with the chatbot.

Now You Can Buy Bitcoin, XRP and More in ChatGPT via MoonPay

Strategy paused reported bitcoin buying as Saylor said its “BitVac” is charging, highlighting bond-related activity after holdings climbed to 843,738 BTC. The update underscores how debt, preferred stock, and liquidity reserves continue shaping the company's treasury strategy. Saylor's ‘BitVac' Comment Puts BTC Buying on Watch Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy Inc.

Strategy Pauses Bitcoin Buying as Saylor's ‘BitVac' Comment Puts Next BTC Buy on Watch

Ledn forecasts the bitcoin-backed lending market could grow to $1 trillion within a decade as new research highlights strong borrower demand.

A massive $1 trillion hidden market is waiting to be unlocked in bitcoin, says new report

This week was a rollercoaster ride in the world of cryptocurrency and NFTs. From Michael Saylor and Kevin O'Leary sharing their insights on Bitcoin, to the surprising performance of XRP ETFs and SpaceX revealing its Bitcoin holdings ahead of its IPO.

Weekend Round-Up: Bitcoin's Big Players, XRP ETFs, SpaceX's BTC Holdings And More

Bitcoin has plummeted over the last week, falling sharply by 10% since mid-May

Billionaire Mark Cuban Suddenly Flips On Bitcoin As Massive Crash Fear Hits Price

Prediction market traders on Polymarket have placed more than $154 million in bets on whether the United States and Iran will reach a permanent peace deal in 2026, as President Donald Trump described his decision as a “solid 50/50” between accepting a diplomatic agreement and resuming military strikes. Bitcoin rose 1.

Bitcoin Tops $77K as Trump Weighs Iran Move, Polymarket Peace Bet Hits $154M

"An Agreement has been largely negotiated, subject to finalization between the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the various other Countries," wrote President Trump late Saturday afternoon.

Bitcoin heads higher as President Trump announces Iran peace agreement

Bitcoin is invisible code — but for over a decade, creators have turned it into coins, cards, and USBs you can touch. Here's how close we've gotten to real, cash-like BTC.

The History and Future of Physical Bitcoin

Former Credit Suisse global head of portfolio and Risk Dimensions CIO Mark Connors says bitcoin has broken out of its longest stretch of underperformance in history and is ready to beat stocks, bonds, and gold as inflation stubbornly sticks around.

Bitcoin is ready to beat stocks and bonds again after underperformance against Wall Street

Bitcoin touched its lowest price in a month overnight following an awful week for ETFs, which shed over $1.25 billion this week.

Bitcoin Dives Below $75K for First Time in a Month as Crypto Liquidations Near $1 Billion

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) price dropped below the important support of $75,000 before paring some of those losses. The coin is facing numerous risks, including the rising ETF outflows, weak technicals, and the rising odds that the Federal Reserve will hike interest rates this year.

Bitcoin Price At Risk As Fed Risk Converge With ETF Outflows And Weak Technicals

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BlackRock's IBIT now holds $61.1 billion in net assets against $64.8 billion in cumulative inflows, a difference of roughly $3.7 billion.

Spot bitcoin ETFs shed $1.26 billion in worst week since late January as ether funds see 10-day outflow streak

The Coinbase bitcoin premium index has fallen to its lowest level in a month, with analysts warning that intensified institutional selling is adding significant weight to BTC's near-term price outlook. What the Data Shows The Coinbase bitcoin premium, an index measuring the price difference between bitcoin traded on Coinbase (used predominantly by U.S.

Bitcoin Slides as Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index Signals Reduced Institutional Accumulation

Bitcoin is trading in a volatile but technically fragile range on Saturday as bearish pressure from Friday evening's whiplash continues to dominate higher time frames despite selective short-term recovery attempts. Traders are monitoring whether the leading crypto asset can stabilize above the critical $74,000 support zone after a sharp retreat from recent highs near $82,833.

Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Risks Deeper Correction Below $74K

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has approved Nasdaq to list cash-settled bitcoin index options on the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, opening a new derivatives gateway for institutional investors who want regulated bitcoin exposure without custody complications.

SEC Greenlights Nasdaq's Cash-Settled Bitcoin Index Options, CFTC Approval Is the Final Hurdle

U.S.-listed spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds have seen more than $2.26 billion in outflows over the past two weeks.

Bitcoin tanks to $74,300 as spot ETFs bleed $2.26 billion in two weeks

Bitcoin retreated Friday evening, falling to $75,120 per coin and marking a 2.8% decline over the course of the day. The daily decline added another bruise to what has already been a fairly miserable seven-day stretch, pushing weekly losses to roughly 5%.

Bitcoin Falls Below $76K as $209M in Long Liquidations Hammer Traders

Chun Wang, the first Mission Commander for SpaceX's first commercial spaceflight to Mars, is crucial for the future transport of millions of tons of cargo and a million citizens to the Red Planet.

F2Pool founder who controls 11% of bitcoin's hashrate to lead first SpaceX mission to Mars

The bill would require quarterly public proof-of-reserve disclosures and third-party audits of government bitcoin holdings.

New strategic bitcoin reserve bill drops 1 million BTC purchase target, adds 20-year lockup period

Bitcoin was on course to close the five-day workweek on the losing side after it slipped below $77,000 just before midday Friday. Crypto Market Cap Shrinks as Monthly Losses Loom Bitcoin was on course to close the five-day workweek on the losing side after it slipped below $77,000 just before midday Friday.

Bitcoin Erases $77K Level as Bears Eye Negative May Close

F2Pool co-founder Chun Wang plans a Starship flyby of Mars, before SpaceX attempts to land humans on the surface.

Bitcoin Billionaire Books First SpaceX Mars Mission

Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) Executive Chairman Michael Saylor estimates Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) would be trading between $40,000 and $50,000, without his company's $62 billion buying campaign over the past five years. Strategy Spent $62 Billion Supporting The Bitcoin Network Saylor acknowledged that Bitcoin would have succeeded without Strategy but argued the company filled a vacuum that accelerated price appreciation.

Michael Saylor Says Bitcoin Would Be Trading At $40,000 To $50,000 Without MSTR

Rep. Matt Van Epps framed the American Reserve Modernization Act of 2026 as a reflection of Nashville's rise as a major Bitcoin hub.

A Freshman Congressman from Nashville Wants to Make the National Bitcoin Reserve Permanent

Billionaire investor Mark Cuban sold most of his Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) holdings, saying the cryptocurrency “lost the plot” after failing to act as a hedge during the Iran war. Yet, one analyst says Cuban got his facts wrong.

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