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.

Bitcoin ETFs extended their record-breaking run with $2.71 billion in net inflows, while ether ETFs added $488 million, marking a second consecutive week of strong institutional appetite. Blackrock's ETF products once again dominated both asset classes, drawing the lion's share of inflows.

Bitcoin ETFs Lead Blockbuster Week With $2.7 Billion Inflow

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is “the hurdle rate” that has made gold as measured by the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:GLD) a “disastrous investment” since 2020, according to Anthony Pompliano. Gold Loses 84% Against Bitcoin Since 2020 Pompliano cited data showing that gold has lost 84% of its purchasing power in Bitcoin terms since 2020.

Anthony Pompliano Says Bitcoin's Made Gold A 'Disastrous Investment'—How Come GLD Keeps Making New Highs?

Ethereum

After more than a week of strong inflows, bitcoin ETFs finally turned red with $4.5 million in net outflows, while ether ETFs saw a heavier $174.83 million exit. The pullback follows record-breaking trading volumes and suggests investors may be locking in profits after an extended rally. Bitcoin ETFs Slip Red With $4.

Bitcoin ETF Inflow Streak Snaps as Ether Funds Deepen Outflows

An X account allegedly belonging to imprisoned fraudster and former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes commented on Saturday about Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) recent price crash. Why Is Holmes Posting About Bitcoin?

Elizabeth Holmes' Puzzling Bitcoin Post From Behind Bars Sparks Curiosity — What's The Truth?

A trader who pocketed $192 million shorting BTC ahead of last week's crypto wipeout has reloaded with a large bearish position as markets attempt to recover from the Trump tariff shock.

Trader Who Made $192M Shorting the Crypto Crash is Betting Against Bitcoin Again

Marathon Digital Holdings (NASDAQ: MARA) appears to have taken advantage of Friday's market turmoil to load up on bitcoin (BTC), according to data curated by Arkham Intelligence.

BTC Mining Firm Marathon (MARA) Scoops Up 400 BTC After Price Crash, On-Chain Data Show

The 'Uptober' sentiment might have been dented but 'perhaps not derailed,' said one analyst, with BTC and ETH rebounding.

Bitcoin recovers above $114,000 as crypto market stabilizes from historic wipeout

A trader who attracted attention for successfully shorting Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) just before the recent crash added to their position even as the market rebounded on Sunday. Investor Doubles Down On Bearish Position The investor opened the position at $117,369 and was sitting on an unrealized profit of $3.70 million as of this writing, according to decentralized perpetual exchange Hyperliquid.

Trader Who Made $160 Million Shorting Bitcoin, Ethereum Before Trump's Tariff Threat Is Doubling Down: 'Did Someone Know'

MARA has bought $46 million BTC after Friday's event, with one analyst saying the firm is "taking a call" that Bitcoin has more room to run.

MARA Holdings Buys $46 Million in Bitcoin Post-Crypto Market Tumble

This is a daily analysis by CoinDesk analyst and Chartered Market Technician Omkar Godbole.

Bitcoin May Tank to $100K as Friday's BTC Crash Reinforced 2017–21 Trendline Resistance

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) flash crash late Friday, which happened outside of regular trading hours, has reignited debate about the operating hours of spot BTC exchange-traded funds, particularly the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (NASDAQ:IBIT). BTC's Deadly Weekend Crash The apex cryptocurrency collapsed from $116,000 to under $110,000 within minutes after President Donald Trump threatened 100% tariffs on China in response to “aggressive stance” on export controls.

Bitcoin's Flash Crash Over Weekend Prompts Analyst To Sound Warning on BTC ETFs: Continuous Liquidity Essential To 'Prudent Risk Management'

Dogecoin

Leading cryptocurrencies rallied alongside stock futures Sunday overnight after President Donald Trump hinted at possible de-escalation of trade tensions between the U.S. and China.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Rebound After Trump Says US 'Wants To Help' China: Analyst Sees No Bear Market Signal Yet

As bitcoin and ethereum extend their slide, Peter Schiff warns of a potential bitcoin plunge to $75K, intensifying bearish sentiment despite optimism over adoption and blockchain growth.

Peter Schiff Claims Bitcoin Could Sink to $75K, Says Ethereum Looks Even Worse

Crypto prices are rebounding after a tariff-shock selloff that triggered one of the market's largest single-day liquidation waves.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Rebound Following 'Largest Single-Day Wipeout in Crypto History'

Avalanche

Bitcoin is primed for a major breakout as mounting conviction, structural altcoin weakness, and renewed focus on fundamentals ignite momentum toward what could be a defining bull run.

Bitcoin's Next Leg up: Samson Mow Predicts Capital Avalanche Before Real Bull Market

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino said in a post on X on Sunday that "Bitcoin and Gold will outlast any other currency," a minimalist line that aligns with how the stablecoin issuer has positioned parts of its reserves over the past two years.

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino: ‘Bitcoin and Gold Will Outlast Any Other Currency'

On Sunday, bitcoin ( BTC) climbed to an intraday high of $114,777, marking a nearly 2.7% rebound in 24 hours. The surge reflects renewed confidence and heightened market activity as crypto traders react to shifting economic signals and buying momentum.

Bitcoin Surges to $114,777 as Crypto Economy Adds $170 Billion in a Single Day

Friday's crypto sell-off was a fast, leverage-driven cascade that crushed altcoins while bitcoin held up comparatively better — and the next phase hinges on a handful of signals, according to Wiston Capital Founder Charlie Erith.

Altcoins Cratered in Oct. 10 Crypto Flash Crash as Bitcoin Held Up, Wiston Capital Says

Crypto investors might be nursing some serious portfolio bruises this week, but bitcoin miners have their own headache — earnings per petahash just hit a five-month low, and it's not exactly the kind of milestone anyone's celebrating.

Five Months of Pain: Bitcoin Miners Watch Earnings Crater 27%

The cryptocurrency market has seen a drastic fall for two days in a row. Reports suggest this downturn comes in the wake of President Donald Trump‘s imposing 100% tariffs on China.

Cryptocurrency Market Faces Renewed Pressure as Bitcoin, Ethereum Drop to Multi-Week Lows

The past week in the crypto world was nothing short of eventful. From the “Bitcoin Jesus” nearing a settlement with the Justice Department to gold's rally potentially signaling a surge for Bitcoin, there was no shortage of intriguing developments.

Weekend Roundup: Bitcoin Jesus' Tax Evasion Case, Gold's Rally And More Crypto News

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has amassed a multibillion-dollar fortune, but few know it was largely made possible by his Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) investments. The Early Believer During a podcast with Lex Fridman that aired Oct. 1, Durov shared his early investment journey into the world's leading cryptocurrency.

Pavel Durov Recently Revealed That Bitcoin, Not Telegram, 'Funded' His Lifestyle And Helped Him Stay 'Afloat': 'I Believe In This Thing'

Just after 8 a.m., bitcoin traded between $111,760 and $112,091 in the last hour as volatility remained contained despite bearish signals across multiple timeframes. The asset's market capitalization stood at $2.23 trillion with a 24-hour trading volume of $68.04 billion and an intraday price range of $109,862 to $112,576.

Bitcoin Price Watch: Bulls Struggle to Hold Ground After Sharp Reversal

Traders are bracing for further declines as the bitcoin price crash suddenly accelerates amid uncertainty over U.S.

Serious BlackRock ETF Warning Issued After ‘Extreme' $500 Billion Bitcoin And Crypto Price ‘Flash Crash'

President Donald Trump's past remarks about Bitcoin's potential to "save America" deserve scrutiny: what it would actually take for the cryptocurrency to cover the $37 trillion U.S. national debt? Bitcoin Would Need $1.8 Million To Match U.S. Debt Trump has previously suggested the nation's debt burden could be paid off with Bitcoin.

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