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 Standard Treasury Company (BSTR) will become a publicly traded company through a merger with special-purpose acquisition company Cantor Equity Partners I, Inc. (Nasdaq: CEPO), the companies announced on Thursday.

Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company to Launch With 30,021 Bitcoin After SPAC Merger

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Mining in Space Bitcoin mining's space race is to put a miner in space and on the moon. The idea is crazy, but Nick Moran of Intercosmic Energy thinks it has merits. This post Bitcoin Mining in Space first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mike Hobart.

Bitcoin Mining in Space

Good news from the Department of Labor and Wall Street seems to have boosted everything except bitcoin today. Economic Data Buoys Stocks, But Bitcoin Doesn't React U.S. jobless claims fell to a 3-month low on Thursday, and at least 44 companies beat their quarterly estimates this week.

Bitcoin Flat Despite Upbeat Economic Data

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Standard Treasury To Go Public With 30,021 BTC In SPAC Merger Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company (BSTR) has announced a definitive agreement to go public through a merger with Cantor Equity Partners, a special-purpose acquisition company sponsored by an affiliate of Cantor Fitzgerald. Upon completion, BSTR will launch with 30,021 Bitcoin on its balance sheet, positioning it as the fourth largest public Bitcoin treasury in the world.

Bitcoin Standard Treasury To Go Public With 30,021 BTC In SPAC Merger

The crypto market has changed, and experts say relying on the traditional 4-year halving cycle could leave investors poorly positioned in this new environment. Pseudonymous crypto researcher Viktor argued in an essay on Substack that the long-believed 4-year cycle, popularized by Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) halving schedule and past altcoin seasons, is now outdated.

Bitcoin's 4-Year Cycle Is Dead, Researcher Says: Here's Why It Matters For XRP

A new report from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) suggests that El Salvador's recent increase in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) reserves stems from internal asset consolidation, not new purchases, as previously claimed by government officials. In a staff report dated July 15, the IMF clarified that the observed rise in Bitcoin holdings within the country's Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Fund was the result of streamlining state-owned wallets.

Is El Salvador Faking Its Bitcoin Growth? IMF Footnote Sparks New Doubts

According to onchain data, the July 4 whale that shifted a staggering 80,000 BTC has now merged 40,000 BTC into a single address after moving 10,000 BTC just yesterday. Since this consolidation, the funds have remained untouched, sitting quietly in that single wallet.

Fourth of July Whale Consolidates 40,000 BTC Into One Address — What's Next for Billions in Bitcoin?

Bitcoin Magazine Russia's Sberbank Plans to Launch Bitcoin and Crypto Custody Services Sberbank would act as a custodian, guaranteeing the security of assets and providing safeguards against hacking and unauthorized access. This post Russia's Sberbank Plans to Launch Bitcoin and Crypto Custody Services first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Oscar Zarraga Perez.

Russia's Sberbank Plans to Launch Bitcoin and Crypto Custody Services

Satoshi Nakamoto is richer than Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and Dell founder Michael Dell—and Bitcoin critic Warren Buffett is next.

Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto Is Now Richer Than Bill Gates—And Closing In on Buffett

Bitcoin Magazine France Submits Bill To Test Bitcoin Mining With Excess Power French lawmakers have submitted a new proposal to transform surplus electricity into economic value through Bitcoin mining. The bill, introduced on July 11, outlines a five-year experimental program that would allow energy producers to use excess power—particularly from nuclear and renewable sources—for mining Bitcoin.

France Submits Bill To Test Bitcoin Mining With Excess Power

Bitcoin Magazine Volcon Inc. to Buy Over $500 Million in Bitcoin with Private Placement Funds Volcon teams up with Empery and Gemini to adopt Bitcoin as its primary treasury reserve asset. This post Volcon Inc. to Buy Over $500 Million in Bitcoin with Private Placement Funds first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Oscar Zarraga Perez.

Volcon Inc. to Buy Over $500 Million in Bitcoin with Private Placement Funds

After launching Twenty One (XXI), Cantor Fitzgerald is making another big Bitcoin treasury move with early Bitcoiner Adam Back.

Cantor, Adam Back Team Up to Launch Bitcoin Treasury Firm With $3.5 Billion in BTC

Whichever way bitcoin goes, it's not going to be a small move. With every cycle, the target for the moon gets higher.

Bitcoin Bull Vs. Bear: Pick Your Side

Bitcoin (BTC) metrics are signaling that the flagship crypto asset may soon print fresh all-time highs, according to new insights from market intelligence firm Swissblock. In a new post on the social media platform X, Swissblock says Bitcoin has more upside potential as key metrics have yet to suggest a top is in.

Bitcoin Primed for Further Upside Based on Current Market Structure, Says Crypto Analytics Firm – Here's the Outlook

Bitcoin posted a price of $117,866 on July 17, 2025, supported by a market capitalization of $2.34 trillion and a robust 24-hour trading volume of $49.313 billion. The 24-hour intraday price range fluctuated between $117,715 and $120,008, highlighting continued volatility within a consolidating structure.

Bitcoin Price Watch: Bulls Hold the Line as $117,000 Support Faces Key Test

Valued at just £60,000 ($77,400) at the time of the theft in 2017, the bitcoin is now worth around £4.4 million ($5.9 million).

Former National Crime Agency officer jailed for over 5 years for stealing bitcoin now worth $5.9 million

Ethereum

In a landmark session, ether ETFs recorded their highest single-day inflow ever with $727 million, while bitcoin ETFs extended their green streak to 10 days with $799 million in net inflows.

Ether ETFs Shatter Records With $727 Million Inflows as Bitcoin ETFs Extend Streak to 10 Days

Crypto firm Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company is aiming to list on the Nasdaq through a merger with a Cantor Fitzgerald-backed blank check vehicle, the company said on Thursday.

Crypto firm Bitcoin Standard to list on Nasdaq through SPAC deal

Dogecoin

Cryptocurrency markets are trading mixed on Thursday morning, with Bitcoin dipping but altcoins outperforming. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $117,620 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,423 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $175.20 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $3.25 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.2138 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001442 Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows Bitcoin and Ethereum large transaction decreased by 18.2% and grew by 54.6%, respectively.

Bitcoin Holds Steady As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Push Higher

U.S. spot Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) ETFs recorded a daily net inflow of $799.4 million on July 16, extending a ten-day streak of consistent institutional inflows and pushing cumulative inflows past $53.8 billion, according to data from SoSoValue. The inflows come amid surging prices and a broader industry push for regulatory clarity during the ongoing "Crypto Week" in Washington.

$1.5 Billion In One Day: Why Bitcoin And Ethereum ETFs Are Running Wild

Traders are turning toward next week as the “next big catalyst” for the bitcoin price, ethereum, XRP and crypto market looms

‘Unleash The Next Wave'—$4 Trillion Crypto Braces For ‘Big' Price Catalyst As Bitcoin, Ethereum And XRP Soar

Pro-cryptocurrency Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) expressed concern Wednesday over reports suggesting a massive reduction in the Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) held by the U.S. What Happened: Lummis reacted on X to claims that the government offloaded over 80% of its Bitcoin reserves, leaving just around 29,000 coins.

Cynthia Lummis Raises Alarm Over Reports Of 80% Drop In US Bitcoin Reserves: Analyst Says 'Nothing Conclusive' Until Official Word Comes

The same bitcoin whale transferred 40,010 BTC to Galaxy Digital earlier this week, according to Arkham, signaling potential selling.

OG bitcoin whale moves another 40,000 BTC worth $4.75 billion to new address amid speculation of sales

The Smarter Web Company PLC, a London-listed technology firm, has announced the purchase of an additional 325 bitcoin, increasing its total holdings to 1,600 BTC as part of its ongoing treasury policy outlined in “The 10 Year Plan.

The Smarter Web Company Expands Bitcoin Holdings to 1,600 BTC and Introduces New Valuation Metric

An analyst known for betting against Bitcoin (BTC) says he's still bearish after the flagship crypto asset's major breakout.

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