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.

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KARTOON STUDIOS LAUNCHES “BITCOIN BRIGADE: ADVENTURES IN SATOSHI CITY” – A NEW ANIMATED CHILDREN'S SERIES AND MULTI-PLATFORM ECOSYSTEM BUILT AROUND BITCOIN AND DEFI

The "great wealth transfer" is underway, and it could be one of the biggest drivers of crypto adoption in history, crypto friendly Xapo Bank said in a report Wednesday.

The 'Great Wealth Transfer' Could See More Than $200B Flow Into Bitcoin: Xapo Bank

Price action has been spooky already heading into the infamous 'Ghost Month' kicking off this Saturday - will it get worse?

Morning Minute: Ghost Month Returns - Will Bitcoin Buck the Trend?

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Cryptocurrency markets are trading lower on Wednesday as continued profit-taking weighs on the market's short-term prospects. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $113,717.56 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $4,218.23 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $180.96 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.90 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.2149 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001234 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 120,149 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $440.29 million.

Bitcoin Holds $113,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Dip

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

Bitcoin's Unimpressive Bounce Fails to Diminish Downside Risk; Support Around $112K

Bitwise's Matt Hougan says BTC could deliver nearly 30% in annualized returns over the next decade and remain a low-correlation diversifier for investors.

Bitwise forecasts bitcoin to outperform traditional assets over next 10 years amid declining volatility

The U.S. Treasury's plan to refill its General Account (TGA) with $500–600 billion over the next two months is set to test one of the most fragile liquidity environments in a decade. What Happened: According to Marcus Wu, Markets Research at Delphi Digital, the implications extend far beyond traditional finance, with stablecoins now positioned as both the first casualty and the unlikely stabilizer of this liquidity drain.

This Litte-Known Plan By The US Treasury Could Derail The Bitcoin, Ethereum Bull Run

Bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) recovered from overnight lows, even as U.S. stock index futures slipped and Japanese bond yields rose to multidecade highs in move than might make riskier assets less attractive.

Markets Today: Bitcoin, Ether Recover From Lows Before FOMC Minutes

Tim Kotzman sat down in a New York studio in September 2023 to record a podcast, something he saw as little more than an experiment. The first few episodes drew almost no attention.

How Social Media Built a Global Hub for Bitcoin Treasuries

Bitcoin (BTC) is down 10% from its all time high of just over $124,000, with the next level of support forming around $108,600, which is the short-term holder realized price (STH RP).

Bitcoin Approaching Key Bull Market Support Amid 10% Correction

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) summer rally is facing its first real test as institutional ETF flows, which helped fuel the move to fresh highs, show signs of strain. What Happened: A Glassnode report on Tuesday flagged that while spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded over $880 million in inflows last week, sustainability remains uncertain against weakening on-chain activity and falling spot volumes.

Over $500 Million In Outflows From Bitcoin ETFs: What Does It Mean For The Bull Market?

Analysts argued investors are scaling back risk ahead of Powell's Jackson Hole speech amid uncertainty over Fed policy.

Bitcoin ETFs Shed $645M This Week as Wall Street Retreats Ahead of Powell Speech

The SkyBridge Capital boss predicts major institutional investment will continue, with the likes of JPMorgan mainly backing Bitcoin ETFs.

Anthony Scaramucci 'Cautiously' Predicts Bitcoin At $180K by End of 2025

K33 says Ethereum's summer outperformance is fueled by a supply squeeze while bitcoin's derivatives turned defensive after a hotter PPI.

ETH/BTC ratio hits 2025 high as spot Ethereum ETFs draw major inflows, treasuries surpass 2% of supply

Kenneth Rogoff, former Chief Economist at the International Monetary Fund, on Tuesday evaluated his failed 2018 projection that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) would be worth $100 rather than $100,000 within a decade. Rogoff Explains Why He Got BTC's Prediction Wrong In an X post, Rogoff said he was "far too optimistic" about the U.S.'s willingness to implement "sensible" cryptocurrency regulation, in an apparent dig at the recent passage of the GENIUS Act and CLARITY Act.

Ex-IMF Economist Kenneth Rogoff Explains Why His Bitcoin Crash Call Fell Flat— Blames Everyone But Himself For Missing It, Says Anthony Pompliano

The company's new update lowering the bar for new stock issuance caused concerns among investors.

Strategy's MSTR hits lowest since April as company eyes expanded stock issuance for bitcoin purchases

In a recent social media post, Kenneth Rogoff, a former Chief Economist at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), reflected on his earlier prediction that bitcoin was more likely to be valued at $100 than $100,000. Rogoff, a Professor of Economics at Harvard University, acknowledged that he underestimated the U.S.

Harvard Professor and Ex-IMF Chief Economist Offers Excuses for Misjudging Bitcoin a Decade Ago

After four years in the wilderness, bitcoin (BTC) exchange traded notes (ETN) are set to return to London and the change could prove more significant than many expect.

UK Bitcoin ETNs Could Be a Bigger Deal Than People Expect

Cardano

Bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) traders booked profits over the past 24 hours after the assets hit record highs, while macro headwinds and elevated leverage added pressure across major tokens.

Cardano, Dogecoin Lead Crypto Losses as Bitcoin Traders Fear Pullback to $100K

Move over Jackson Hole and inflation fears. The real driver behind the recent swoon in crypto and stock markets is likely the impending liquidity drain stemming from the U.S. government's Treasury General Account (TGA), a checking account held at the Federal Reserve that is poised for a significant buildup.

Bitcoin, Stocks Hit By $400B Liquidity Drain From U.S. Treasury Account, Not Jackson Hole: Analysts

Future ETF flows depend on the macro indicators this week, where the Fed's dovish stance could reverse flows to positive, one analyst said.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs post $523 million in daily outflows, Ethereum ETFs shed $422 million as macro factors prompt investor repositioning

Anthony Scaramucci, the founder and CEO of SkyBridge Capital, reiterated on Tuesday Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) year-end price target between $180,000-$200,000 despite the ongoing pullback. Bitcoin Poised For Growth Despite Consolidation During an interview with CNBC, Scaramucci weighed in on the current state of the Bitcoin market.

Anthony Scaramucci Maintains Year-End Bitcoin Target Between $180,000-$200,000, Says He Owns 'A Lot' Of BTC

Bitcoin and ether both fell on Tuesday as a result of profit-taking and repositioning ahead of Fed Chair Powell's Jackson Hole speech.

Bitcoin slips near $113,000, ether hits $4,100; analyst expects further consolidation until Jackson Hole

Solana

Leading coins plunged deeper on Tuesday as “Fear” sentiment took over the cryptocurrency market. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:20 p.m.

Bitcoin Falls As 'Fear' Overtakes Investors; Ethereum, Dogecoin, XRP, SOL Also Slide: Analyst Expects More Dips, But Predicts A Bullish September

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