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.

Crypto mining has long been defined by boom-and-bust cycles. But HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd (NASDAQ:HIVE) says its next phase isn't about timing Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) — it's about building a business that can perform across cycles.

EXCLUSIVE: HIVE Is Building A Growth 'Flywheel', Not Chasing Bitcoin Cycles, CEO Says

The cryptocurrency fell 2% despite better-than-expected GDP numbers for the period between July and September. Bitcoin Retreats Despite Strong U.S. GDP Numbers The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) published its gross domestic product (GDP) estimate for the third quarter on Tuesday, and the numbers surprised economists. Experts predicted a 3.

The US Economy Grows More Than Expected; Bitcoin Drops Anyway

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Prominent crypto analyst Ben Cowen does not expect the Fed to aggressively cut rates until the stock market collapses, leaving Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) stuck in range-bound misery through summer 2026. The Fed Only Rescues Stocks, Not Crypto Speaking on the Bankless podcast, Cowen laid out the dynamic: “When crypto drops, the Fed does not care.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Won't See Relief Till The Fed Cuts Rates, Analyst Warns

VanEck's David Schassler expects gold and bitcoin to rebound sharply as investor demand for hard assets is expected to rise.

Bitcoin to rebound sharply as gold hits $5,000 in 2026, VanEck manager says

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) logged a third consecutive day of outflows, while Ether ETFs reversed course with fresh inflows. XRP and solana ETFs extended their late-year momentum with continued capital additions.

Ether ETFs Flip Green as Bitcoin Sees 3rd Straight Outflow Day

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is down $40,000 from its peak at the start of October. According to new analysis it wasn't retail traders or overleveraged longs that did the damage—it was whales who bought around the $126,000 all-time high and panic-sold into $84,000.

The Real Reason Bitcoin Dropped Like A Stone From Its $126,000 All-Time High

The Central American country's economy is projected to grow 4% this year, the IMF said.

Tensions over El Salvador's bitcoin holdings ease as IMF praises economic progress

Digital asset treasury companies — the year's worst performers — were also hardest hit on Tuesday.

Bitcoin slips, crypto stocks suffer steep declines, as tax-loss selling drives action, analysts say

A widely followed crypto analyst says that recent price action is aligning with long-tracked technical models, pointing to strength in gold and structural support for Bitcoin (BTC). Crypto market analyst Dave the Wave tells his 152,000 followers on X that a Fibonacci-based price target for gold priced in U.S.

Trader Says Gold Capable of Running to $8,000, Rules Out Deep Bear Market for Bitcoin – Here's His Outlook

Anthony Pompliano on Tuesday said Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) volatility compression has killed dreams of a $150,000 moonshot—but it also means traders won't see another 80% bloodbath either. The $150,000 Dream Died With Volatility Bitcoin hit $126,000 in late 2025, and bulls were calling for $150,000 or higher by year-end.

Bitcoin's $150,000 Dreams Are Dead, Says Anthony Pompliano—But So Are 80% Drawdowns

Bitcoin Magazine Despite a Volatile December For Bitcoin, Bullish Signals Are Emerging: VanEck Bitcoin faced a turbulent Q4 in 2025, with December seeing a nearly 9% drop and record volatility since April, yet VanEck's mid-December “ChainCheck” report notes improving liquidity and resetting speculative leverage, providing cautious optimism for long-term holders. Despite a Volatile December For Bitcoin, Bullish Signals Are Emerging: VanEck Micah Zimmerman.

Despite a Volatile December For Bitcoin, Bullish Signals Are Emerging: VanEck

The crypto merchant bank's head of research said bitcoin's price in 2020 dollar terms peaked out this year at $99,848.

Bitcoin still hasn't hit $100,000 when adjusted for inflation: Galaxy's Alex Thorn

Bitcoin Magazine Arizona Introduces Bill To Exempt Bitcoin and Crypto From Property Taxes Arizona state Senator Wendy Rogers has introduced legislation and a constitutional amendment to exempt virtual currency from property taxes and protect blockchain node operators from local taxation, positioning the state as more crypto-friendly. Arizona Introduces Bill To Exempt Bitcoin and Crypto From Property Taxes Micah Zimmerman.

Arizona Introduces Bill To Exempt Bitcoin and Crypto From Property Taxes

The $31 billion in combined flows to Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs during 2025 demonstrates substantial institutional demand.

ETF data shows Bitcoin dominance held firm in 2025 as Ethereum gradually gained share

Strategy Inc (NASDAQ:MSTR) CEO Phong Le says the biggest banks in the U.S. are in a race to catch up on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) adoption and will offer full-stack crypto services within two to three years. What Happened: Speaking with podcaster Natalie Brunell, Le pointed out that major financial institutions are moving past skepticism and are now focused on retention.

Strategy CEO Says Big Banks Are Scrambling To Build Bitcoin Services

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) saw $1.4 billion in liquidations over the past week as retail capitulates on altcoins and rotates back into majors. What Happened: Bitcoin slipped below $85,000 mid-week before grinding back to $90,000 by the end of last week, though it has failed to follow through this week.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Down 2% Despite Retail Rotation: What's Going On?

As 2025 winds down, plenty of chatter is swirling around the idea that bitcoin and other crypto assets have gone their own way, drifting apart from precious metals (PMs) like gold and silver — and even U.S.

Crypto Traders Cry Foul as Bitcoin Lags Behind a Red-Hot Gold, Silver and Stock Market

The Galaxy head of firmwide research says that Bitcoin (BTC) could face near-term turbulence but still has a path to $250,000 over the next few years. In a new post to X, blockchain researcher Alex Thorn says that growing uncertainty and shifting investor behavior points to volatile price expectations through 2026 for BTC.

Galaxy Digital Exec Predicts $250,000 Bitcoin Price After ‘Chaotic' Period – Here's the Timeline

Metals and other hard assets continue their surge to new records as the greenback stumbles, but crypto has not responded.

Bitcoin bulls eye possible tailwind as U.S. dollar index continues to leg lower

Real Vision CEO Raoul Pal says the crypto market has likely hit its “final low” and urges investors to “do nothing” but hold as a massive wave of global liquidity prepares to hit markets in 2026. What Happened: In a recent interview on the When Shift Happens podcast, Pal reinforced his “Everything Code” thesis, arguing that the recent correction was a necessary clearing event before the next leg up.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Have Hit 'Final Low', Raoul Pal Says: 'Do Nothing' To 'Make It' In Bullish 2026

Bitcoin Magazine Russia Opens the Door to Bitcoin and Crypto for Retail Investors Russia's central bank has proposed new rules that would allow retail investors limited access to cryptocurrencies while granting professional investors broader rights. Russia Opens the Door to Bitcoin and Crypto for Retail Investors Micah Zimmerman.

Russia Opens the Door to Bitcoin and Crypto for Retail Investors

It's been pretty boring on the bitcoin front, and the king of crypto seems stuck in a range tighter than a miser's wallet. After teasing bulls and bears alike with a high near $90,353, bitcoin has retreated into a well-worn channel, leaving analysts decoding tea leaves and trendlines for a clearer direction.

Bitcoin's Price Is Boring — But the Next Move Won't Be

Companies controlled by senior executives at Tether were reportedly among the buyers of Peak Mining, the bitcoin mining arm sold by Northern Data, which is majority owned by the stablecoin giant.

Tether-Linked Entities Reportedly Bought Northern Data's Bitcoin Mining Unit

The crypto market mood remains somber ahead of the U.S. GDP data report due later today, which is expected to show the world's largest economy held firm in the third quarter.

Risk aversion boosts gold, hurts bitcoin: Crypto Daybook Americas

Trendline from record highs capped BTC's recovery attempt Monday.

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