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 fake Ledger Live app on the Mac App Store duped more than 50 users, swiping more than $9 million in a new crypto scam.

Fake Ledger App Steals Millions in Bitcoin, Crypto From Holders—Including Musician G. Love

The bank is moving deeper into crypto with a bitcoin ETF that generates income by selling options on bitcoin-linked funds, following BlackRock's push into similar yield-focused products.

Goldman Sachs files for bitcoin income ETF in crypto push

Goldman Sachs has filed for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, reflecting a broader Wall Street shift toward structured Bitcoin income products.

$3.5 Trillion Goldman Sachs Files for Bitcoin Premium Income ETF

Bitcoin reached $76,000 on Tuesday, as optimism over a potential U.S.-Iran diplomatic opening lifted risk appetite across global markets. After reaching $76,120 on Bitstamp, the leading crypto asset has pulled back to just above $75,000. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $76,000 on April 14 after Donald Trump signaled Iran talks; risk-on flows lifted crypto.

Bitcoin Taps $76,000 as Iran Peace Signals Boost Crypto Markets

Bitcoin price surged past $76,000 on short liquidations, institutional buying, and easing geopolitical tensions, briefly hitting a four-week high before pulling back toward $75,000.

Bitcoin Price Roars Past $76,000 as Short Squeeze Continues

Optimism over developments in the Middle East sparked a sharp decline in oil prices and rallies across risk markets.

Bitcoin climbs to highest level since Feb. 5 crash that sent price plunging to $60,000

A survey finds 36% of Russians plan to buy bitcoin when crypto becomes legal this summer, with Russia targeting July 1 for its retail framework.

'Game Theory Is Playing Out'—Russia's 144 Million Bitcoin Warning

Bitcoin just hit its highest price in over two months, with Ethereum and other top coins rising faster as crypto bears get liquidated.

Bitcoin Shorts Get Rekt as BTC Jumps Above $75K, Hitting 2-Month Price High

Strategy's STRC preferred stock saw record $1.1 billion daily volume, becoming the firm's main engine for funding recent bitcoin buys.

Strategy's STRC hits $1.1 billion volume as preferred stock drives Saylor's bitcoin buying engine

Solana

Tron

A fake Ledger app on Apple's App Store drained $9.5M from more than 50 victims across Bitcoin, Tron and Solana, ZachXBT said.

Fake Ledger app on Apple App Store linked to $9.5M crypto theft across Bitcoin, Tron, Solana: ZachXBT

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says bitcoin has outperformed stocks and gold during the Iran conflict as geopolitical uncertainty boosts its appeal.

‘Chaos is a ladder': Bitwise says geopolitical tension lifts bitcoin's appeal, calls $1 million target a possible baseline price

Bitcoin is testing breakout levels amid geopolitical tensions and macro uncertainty, as price action builds pressure at key resistance. Market pressure from energy spikes and shifting sentiment has yet to trigger a decisive move, with Wintermute pointing to unresolved structural risks. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin approaches breakout as Wintermute flags macro risks still unresolved.

Bitcoin Pushes Toward Breakout as Wintermute Warns Unresolved Macro Risks May Shape Next Move

Ethereum

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) is emerging as a preferred asset, with traders arguing its long-term potential lies in its role within global payments and evolving financial infrastructure. Positioned for Growth Without Dominance In his Apr.13 podcast, trader Cryptoinsightuk said XRP doesn't need to dominate global finance to succeed.

XRP Has Unique Advantages Over Bitcoin, Ethereum, Trader Argues

Tether has launched tether.wallet, a self-custodial crypto wallet supporting USDT, bitcoin, and tokenized gold.

Tether launches self-custodial wallet supporting USDT, bitcoin and tokenized gold

Several crypto market experts explain what might happen if bitcoin manages to hold $75,000, and if it does not.

Bitcoin rises to one-month high above $75,000 as analysts eye major breakout

The stablecoin issuer's crypto wallet lets users send digital dollars, tokenized gold and bitcoin without intermediaries or gas tokens across multiple blockchains.

Tether introduces crypto wallet to bring stablecoin and bitcoin payments directly to users

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has broken above the descending channel that defined the bear trend, yet U.S. spot ETFs bled $291.11 million on April 13 as institutions pull back. BTC's Technical Breakout Bitcoin now tests the 100 EMA at $75,275—the first major EMA test since the breakdown began.

Bitcoin Jumps To $74,000 But ETFs Bleed $291M: What Is Going On?

Slower post-halving gains reflect bitcoin's shift toward a more mature asset.

Bitcoin passes halfway point in halving cycle as price gains trail prior cycles

Liberal Democrat deputy leader Daisy Cooper urged the UK FCA to investigate Nigel Farage over his involvement with bitcoin treasury firm Stack BTC.

UK Lawmaker Calls for Probe Into Nigel Farage's Bitcoin Ties

Tesla billionaire Elon Musk has teased the crypto community with his “true currency” just as his X platform gears up to “fix” crypto

‘True Currency'—Elon Musk's X Is Quietly Teasing A Bitcoin And Crypto Price Game-Changer

Major cryptocurrencies are rising alongside gains in U.S. equities as oil prices shed the war premium built up in recent weeks. But broader market participation remains elusive and limited to only a few coins.

Bitcoin, ether in Goldilocks rally while smaller coins take a back seat

Bitcoin's push towards $75K comes amid declining bearish options flow and spot buying, with analysts leaning slightly bullish.

Bitcoin Nears $75K As Risk-on Sentiment, Geopolitical Landscape Improves

Dogecoin

Bitcoin jumped above $74,000 as liquidations stand at $545.67 million over the past 24 hours. Bitcoin ETFs saw $291.1 million in net outflows on Monday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $9.44 million in net inflows.

Bitcoin Jumps To $74,000, Ethereum Surges 9%, XRP, Dogecoin Spike 3%

A cryptocurrency analyst identified $43,647 as Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) “extreme pain” threshold where sellers would be fully exhausted. Will Weak Hands Exit If This Support Breaks?

Bitcoin's 'Extreme Pain Zone' Sits At This Level Where Sellers Will Face Total Exhaustion, Says Crypto Analyst

The crypto market surged past a $2.6 trillion valuation on April 14, led by bitcoin's climb to nearly $75,000 and a significant rally in altcoins like ethereum and RAVE. Key Takeaways: The crypto market cap hit $2.6 trillion on April 14 as bitcoin reached a session high of $74,959.

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