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 (CRYPTO: BTC) is back at $70,000 on weakening bullish momentum, setting up a key test for its next move. Bitcoin's Key Levels In Focus Prominent analyst Trader Mayne on Friday said rising geopolitical tensions and the aftermath of recent Federal Reserve policy decisions are driving volatility across crypto markets.

Bitcoin Back To $70,000: Here's The Key Level To Watch To Tell BTC's Next Move

A Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) wallet that had remained untouched for over 13 years moved 2,100 BTC worth $147.7 million on Friday, with the original July 2012 purchase price of just $13,685 representing a 10,000x return. The 13-Year Hold The transfer was initiated at 10:27 a.m.

Ancient Bitcoin Whale Moves $148 Million After 13 Years: What Does It Mean?

Bitcoin price held near $70,000 as shifting Iran conflict risks and macro pressure weighed on markets, while derivatives and on-chain data signaled consolidation, not capitulation.

Bitcoin Price Holds $70,000 as War-Driven Inflation Fears Meet Defensive Market Positioning

In the wake of yesterday's episode involving a long-dormant whale transferring a sizable cache of bitcoin, a holder dating back to 2012 moved 2,100 bitcoin—valued at more than $146 million at current exchange rates.

2012 Bitcoin Whale Quietly Moves 2,100 BTC Worth $146M as Dormant Supply Stirs

Crypto bounced as traders bet the Iran war may end sooner than feared, while prediction markets just had a blockbuster day.

Morning Minute: Bitcoin Rebounds as Oil Falls

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Bitcoin trades around $70,000 as Bitcoin ETFs saw $90.2 million in net outflows on Thursday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $136.4 million in net outflows. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $70,467 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,141.49 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $89.39 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $1.45 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.09447 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.056036 Meme coin market capitalization dropped around 3% over the past 24 hours to $33.4 billion.

Bitcoin Defends $70,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Test Support In Jittery Market

The bitcoin address initially received the 2,100 BTC on July 4, 2012, when that amount was worth just $13,685.

From $13,700 to $148 million: Bitcoin whale moves 2,100 BTC untouched for over 13 years

Bitcoin BTC$70,382.92 has stabilized above $70,000. Its relative strength is noteworthy given the selloff over the week, which saw it drop from over $75,000.

Bitcoin holds steady, with one analyst seeing the upside emerging

Bitcoin bounced Friday as U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent outlined possible responses to soaring oil prices.

Bitcoin Rallies to $71K as Bessent Mulls Lifting Some Iran Oil Sanctions

The Sui Foundation has introduced Hashi, a decentralized primitive designed to enable compliant, BTC-backed lending and yield opportunities for institutional and retail participants. On 19 March 2026, the Sui Foundation announced the upcoming devnet launch of Hashi, a Sui-based primitive that integrates native bitcoin ( BTC) into onchain financial services.

Sui Foundation and Industry Giants Launch Hashi Bitcoin Finance Primitive

Apex Group and Coinbase Asset Management have debuted a tokenized bitcoin yield fund on the Base network to modernize fund distribution. On 19 March, 2026, Apex Group Ltd and Coinbase Asset Management (CBAM) announced the launch of the tokenized Coinbase Bitcoin Yield Fund on the Base blockchain.

Apex Group and Coinbase Asset Management Launch Tokenized Bitcoin Fund

VanEck's latest report noted that the selling pressure among bitcoin miners remained steady despite a decline in profitability.

Bitcoin long-term holder selling slows, signaling ‘potentially constructive' trend: VanEck

The recent price action echoes the November–January pattern, showing weak conviction among the “buy the dip” crowd.

Bitcoin's price action looks dangerously similar to the pattern that sent it crashing to $60,000

Oil prices slipped as major economies announced joint efforts to stabilize energy markets.

Bitcoin jumps to $70,800 as oil retreats; ether and XRP lag

Morgan Stanley has filed to launch a spot Bitcoin ETF with the ticker MSBT and a $1 million seed at debut.

Morgan Stanley sets MSBT ticker and $1 million seed capital for bitcoin ETF

The amendment confirmed that the Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust will list on the NYSE Arca under the ticker symbol MSBT.

Morgan Stanley advances bitcoin ETF application with amended S-1 filing

Leading cryptocurrencies traded flat, while stocks extended their gains on Thursday as Israel says it's “holding off” future strikes against Iran's critical energy sites. Cryptocurrency 24-Hour Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:25 p.m.

Bitcoin, XRP, Dogecoin Steady, While Ethereum Dips Amid Middle East Oil Crisis: Analyst Says BTC Approaching 'Potential Launchpad' For Next Bull Cycle

Higher fuel costs and restrictive financial conditions are absorbing consumer liquidity, helping explain why expanding global money supply has yet to translate into gains for Bitcoin.

Bitcoin Trails Money Supply Growth as Energy Costs and Rates Bite

Crypto ETFs lost momentum on Wednesday as bitcoin's seven-day inflow streak ended sharply. Ether followed with notable outflows, while solana dipped slightly and XRP remained inactive.

Crypto ETFs Reverse Course as Bitcoin Sees $164 Million Outflow

North Carolina lawmakers introduced legislation to create a state-controlled Bitcoin reserve.

North Carolina Lawmakers Propose State Bitcoin Reserve

Bitcoin tapped $70,000 on Thursday as cryptocurrencies reversed most of their gains from earlier in the week.

Bitcoin Struggles At $70,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Reverse Gains

The Coinbase Bitcoin Yield Fund's tokenized share class runs on Base as the $3.5 trillion fund services giant Apex applies tokenization across its business.

Coinbase's bitcoin yield fund goes onchain with Apex's tokenization push

Morgan Stanley updated its Bitcoin ETF S-1 filing, adding Fidelity as custodian and revealing the NYSE Arca ticker MSBT.

Morgan Stanley Prepares Bitcoin ETF for NYSE Arca Launch, Picking MSBT Ticker

Adam Back has been officially confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026, returning to the conference as one of the few people in the world whose contributions to Bitcoin predate Bitcoin itself.

Adam Back Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker

A survey of U.S. Bitcoin holders and crypto subreddit posts found that despite anxiety and market turbulence, most investors (69%) held onto their Bitcoin, with only 8% panic selling.

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