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.

A man became a millionaire overnight after recovering millions of dollars in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) that he had lost access to 12 years earlier. The Quest for ‘Lost' Bitcoin U.K. resident Chris lost access to his cryptocurrency wallet, which held roughly £4,000 ($5417.67) worth of Bitcoin, when the trading platform Intersango collapsed in 2014, according to LBC News.

He Lost His Bitcoin in a 2014 Exchange Collapse — 12 Years Later, He's Worth $4.47 Million

BTC remains August's best-performing asset after the latest escalation in geopolitical tensions.

Bitcoin barely blinks as U.S. hits Iran, sending oil higher and stocks lower

President Donald Trump now fully supports Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), a sharp turnaround from the days when he openly dismissed the asset class. When Trump Was Skeptical of Crypto During his first term as president in July 2019, Trump said he was no “fan” of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, whose value, he added, was based on “thin air.

Trump Once Said He's No Fan of Bitcoin and Its Value Is Based on 'Thin Air' — $1,000 Invested That Day Would Be Worth This Much Today

Michael Saylor fueled speculation on Sunday that Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) could resume its Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) purchases following a pause of more than two months. Saylor Sparks Intrigue Saylor posted the company's accumulation chart on X, using orange circles or “dots” to highlight the firm's Bitcoin purchases.

Michael Saylor Says ‘We're Back' as Speculation Grows Over Bitcoin Purchases

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Leading cryptocurrencies slid on Sunday after the U.S. and Iran resumed hostilities after a nearly month-long lull in fighting.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Fall Amid Fresh US-Iran Escalation: Analyst Says BTC Facing 'Final Hurdle' Before Attacking the Highs

Steak ‘n Shake says bitcoin payments have strengthened sales, reduced costs, and supported investment in food quality. Its strategy now extends beyond checkout to a bitcoin reserve and employee bonuses.

Why a Famous Burger Chain Now Calls Itself a ‘Bitcoin Company'

Bitcoin derivatives traders are dragging a hefty book into September, with futures open interest at $54.82 billion while the spot price sits at $78,425 at 7 p.m. Eastern time on Aug. 30. Alongside this, options positioning tells a sharper story.

Options Bets Turn Defensive Ahead of a Bitcoin Price Showdown

Spot Bitcoin ETFs shed $201.9 million on Aug. 28, ending a nine-day inflow run, even as Ethereum funds extended a 10-day streak with fresh cash.

Bitcoin ETFs Snap Nine-Day Inflow Streak as Ethereum Funds Extend Their Run

A Bitcoin rally to around $79,000 lifted the company's 840,447 BTC roughly $2.8 billion above its cost basis, as Saylor's "We're Back" post fueled speculation that Strategy may resume buying.

Strategy's Bitcoin Is $2.8 Billion in Profit—Is Saylor Teeing Up a Buy?

Following the Coldcard exploit that occurred 30 days ago in July, the episode and others that followed appear to have rattled many long-term holders, as August brought an enormous wave of dormant coins moving to new addresses. According to the latest metrics, 6,427.

Bitcoin Early Adopters Stir as 6,427 BTC Worth $500M Moves in August

Russia's largest bank plans to expand crypto-backed lending by accepting bitcoin, ether, and tether as collateral after new regulations take full effect. Sberbank says the initiative will build on its digital asset loan pilot.

Russia's Largest Bank Sber Eyes BTC, ETH, USDT for Crypto-Backed Loans

Bitcoin rebounds from Friday's low as Strategy's valuation expands and bitcoin dominance climbs above 60%.

Michael Saylor hints at first bitcoin purchase in two months as Bitcoin nears $79,000

On Sunday, bitcoin's price saw a rise of 1.5%, climbing to an intraday high of $78,960 before hitting some resistance. The leading crypto asset is attempting to acquire higher ground after falling from the $81,000 range a few days ago. Bitcoin Reclaims Ground After Recent Pullback Presently, at 10:10 a.m.

Bulls Reload for Another Assault on $81K as Bitcoin's Price Rises

Michael Saylor has revived speculation about Strategy's next bitcoin move with a cryptic “We're Back” message and holdings chart. The post followed a buying pause while the company accumulated $6.69 billion in dollar liquidity. Saylor Revives Strategy's Bitcoin Purchase Mystery Speculation over a renewed bitcoin purchase emerged Sunday after Strategy Inc.

‘We're Back': Michael Saylor Hints Strategy May Buy Bitcoin Again

This week has been a rollercoaster ride in the world of cryptocurrencies. From Tom Lee of Fundstrat Global Advisors declaring Ethereum as “vastly undervalued” to financial analyst Beth Kindig predicting Bitcoin's long-term price target at $2 million, the crypto market has been buzzing with predictions and analyses.

Weekend Round-Up: Ethereum's Potential, Bitcoin's Future and Japan's Blockchain Ambitions

As bitcoin surges back above $80,000, sophisticated trading firms are quietly collecting yield rather than making directional bet.

Crypto market makers are cashing in on bitcoin's rally - without betting on direction

Bitcoin's rally through $81,000 shows the trading regime has now shifted from “sell the rips” to “buy the dips.” Data suggests the bear market is over.

Debasement Trade Begins, Crypto Bear Market Ends: Bitcoin Charts Path to $100K

Cryptoquant founder Ki Young Ju says bitcoin's current bull cycle could peak as institutions and ETFs expand beyond the United States. He expects deeper stablecoin liquidity and tokenized asset infrastructure to widen global access.

Bitcoin Bull Cycle Peak Could Be Driven by Global ETF Demand

Technical and on-chain signals show Bitcoin has reclaimed key levels marking 80% of needed data to confirm the low, with an overheated MRVR reading and healthy spot-driven setup adding to the bullish case. The post Bitcoin Reclaims Major Levels Signaling 80% Confirmation of Market Bottom, According to Analyst appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

Bitcoin Reclaims Major Levels Signaling 80% Confirmation of Market Bottom, According to Analyst

Zcash

Grayscale says unchecked U.S. debt growth could weaken confidence in fiat currencies and increase demand for alternative stores of value. The crypto asset manager identifies bitcoin, ethereum, and zcash as potential beneficiaries of the debasement trade. Grayscale Connects Rising Debt to 3 Cryptos Surging U.S.

Grayscale Names 3 Cryptos That Could Gain From Surging US Debt

Galaxy Research shows coins untouched for 10-plus years moving at an unusual pace in 2026, with six ancient wallets shifting $40 million in a single 10-day stretch this month.

Bitcoin's Oldest Coins Are Waking Up in 2026 at a Pace Rarely Seen

After reaching a high of $81,455 per coin on Thursday, bitcoin's price has spent the last day shedding 2.5% in value. By Friday, bitcoin tapped a low of $76,877 following Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's first Jackson Hole keynote. Bitcoin Retreats From $81,455 as August Gains Hold Firm As of today, Aug.

Bitcoin Price Retreats After Warsh's Hawkish Jackson Hole Keynote

Bitcoin has added 20% since mid-August, rocketing higher as the so-called debasement trade that see investors bet against the U.S.

‘Get Ready'—Bitcoin Is Suddenly Hurtling Toward A ‘Huge' Money Printing Price Shock

U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) snapped a nine-day, $3 billion buying streak with a $202 million net outflow on August 28, even as spot ethereum ETFs added another $102 million the same day. A Nine-Day Run Comes to an End The party lasted nine trading sessions starting August 17, when U.S.

Bitcoin ETFs Snap 9-Day Streak With $202M Exit as Ether Gains $102M

A quantum-resistant bitcoin transaction using Starkware researcher Avihu Levy's QSB method has been mined on mainnet without a soft fork or changes to Bitcoin's consensus rules. The experiment offers an opt-in defense against future quantum attacks, though it remains costly, nonstandard, and far from a network-wide solution.

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