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 asset manager DigitalX (DCC) has locked in 20.7 million australian dollar ($13.5 million) from heavyweight crypto investors to deepen its focus on bitcoin (BTC).

Australian Crypto Asset Manager DigitalX Secures Over $13M to Expand Bitcoin Holdings

The Blockchain Group (Euronext Paris: ALTBG) has confirmed the acquisition of 116 bitcoin for approximately €10.7 million (about $12,5M), bringing its total holdings to 1,904 BTC, valued at around €172 million (approximately $202M).

The Blockchain Group Acquires 116 Bitcoin, Total Holdings Reach 1,904 BTC With 1,348.8% YTD Yield

The Australian crypto fund manager said $12.9 million will be used to expand its bitcoin treasury, while the rest will cover various costs.

Australian fund manager DigitalX to grow bitcoin holdings with $13.5M raise from Animoca Brands, Metaplanet CEO and others

The Trump crypto conference tour continues, with Eric Trump confirmed to speak at BTC Asia conference in Hong Kong in August.

Eric Trump to Headline BTC Asia in August

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Bitcoin (BTC) posted its highest-ever weekly close at nearly $110,000 on Sunday, defying a week marked by potential headwinds, including dormant whale wallets moving $8 billion in BTC, renewed tariff drama, and thin holiday liquidity.

Crypto Traders Shrug Off Dormant Bitcoin Whale Moves, With Profit-Taking on XRP, DOGE, SOL

This past week, 80,000 long-dormant bitcoins—often dubbed “sleeping bitcoins”—were suddenly on the move, shifting to fresh addresses for the first time since 2011. The dramatic relocation caught plenty of eyes, sparking curiosity and chatter across the crypto space. Here's a deep dive into what sleeping bitcoins are all about—and why they matter so much.

Lost or Just Waiting to be Spent? The Curious World of Sleeping Bitcoins Explained

Roughly $12.8 million will go toward Bitcoin purchases, with the remainder slated for operating expenses and working capital.

DigitalX Taps Animoca's Yat Siu, Raises $13.5M to Buy Bitcoin

Bitcoin BTC traders are increasingly chasing higher-level call options on Deribit, signaling that they are preparing for renewed bullish price volatility.

Bitcoin Traders Chase $130K Bets in Anticipation of Renewed Bullish Volatility

Murano Global is reshaping its capital strategy with a powerful bitcoin treasury push, monetizing real estate assets to fuel crypto acquisitions and elevate long-term shareholder value.

Murano Global Ignites Strategic Bitcoin Stack Backed by Real Estate Capital

Murano is also exploring accepting bitcoin as payment and introducing bitcoin reward programs to enhance its hospitality operations.

Nasdaq-listed hotel chain Murano joins bitcoin treasury race with $500 million equity purchase agreement

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Asia Morning Briefing: BTC's Institutional Waves Are Building, Not Breaking

Strategy is unleashing a $4.2 billion capital wave to expand its already massive bitcoin holdings after raking in a jaw-dropping $14 billion Q2 unrealized gain. $4.

Strategy Eyes Fresh Bitcoin Buys With $4.2B Stock Sale After $14B in Q2 Gain

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Widely followed trader Michaël van de Poppe believes that new record highs are bound to happen for the crypto market. The analyst tells his 794,400 followers on the social media platform X that he's keeping an eye on the TOTAL chart, which tracks the market cap of all digital assets excluding stablecoins.

Trader Says Matter of Time Before Crypto Breaks to New All-Time Highs, Updates Outlook on Bitcoin, Ethereum and One Other Altcoin

Bitcoin Magazine CleanSpark Announces Mining 685 Bitcoin Worth Over $74 Million In June CleanSpark mined 685 bitcoin in June, sold 578 BTC for over $61 million, and became the first miner to reach 50 EH/s using fully self-operated infrastructure. This post CleanSpark Announces Mining 685 Bitcoin Worth Over $74 Million In June first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Oscar Zarraga Perez.

CleanSpark Announces Mining 685 Bitcoin Worth Over $74 Million In June

Murano Global Investments, a Nasdaq-listed real estate firm that owns hotels across Mexico, said it's building a bitcoin BTC treasury strategy and mulls ways to integrate the largest cryptocurrency into its operations.

Real Estate Firm Murano to Build Bitcoin Treasury With $500M Equity Deal

Semler Scientific Inc. (SMLR), the Nasdaq-traded healthcare tech firm, picked up another 187 bitcoin between June 4 and July 2, spending close to $20 million in the process. Semler Purchases 187 Bitcoins The company, Semler Scientific Inc. (Nasdaq: SMLR), filed the update with the U.S.

Semler Scientific Acquires 187 BTC, Boosting Holdings to 4,636 Bitcoins

Bitcoin Magazine Nakiki SE to Become First German Public Company With ‘Pure' Bitcoin Treasury Strategy German listed company plans to become the nation's first public firm with a pure Bitcoin treasury. This post Nakiki SE to Become First German Public Company With ‘Pure' Bitcoin Treasury Strategy first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Oscar Zarraga Perez.

Nakiki SE to Become First German Public Company With ‘Pure' Bitcoin Treasury Strategy

Can Bitcoin hold $100K? Prediction market users on Myriad are bullish on the odds, but the charts suggest it might be a close call.

Moon or Doom: Will Bitcoin Stay Above $100K in July?

A popular crypto analyst says that Bitcoin's (BTC) current bull market cycle may reach an end if one key event occurs.

Here's When Bitcoin Bull Market Could Come Into Question, According to Analyst Benjamin Cowen

Cryptocurrency markets are down on Monday as President Donald Trump proposed new tariffs on several trading partners. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $107,848.28 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,526.82 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $149.54 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.29 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1668 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001150 Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 3.9% and daily active addresses growing by 6.5%.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Dip Slightly While XRP Holds Firm On Tariff-Driven Monday

Bitcoin was up and down on Monday while stocks languished in the red, as U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new tariff deadline and Elon Musk launched a new political party. Stocks Dip, Bitcoin Bounces Stock markets bled on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump extended his tariff deadline from July 9 to August 1.

Bitcoin Seesaws as Stocks Slip

CleanSpark (CLSK) reached the 50 EH/s milestone in June, expanding operations across four U.S. states and improving average fleet efficiency to 16.15 joules per terahash (J/Th).

Bitcoin Miner CleanSpark Produced 685 BTC in June, Hit 16.15 J/TH in Efficiency

Bitcoin Magazine Semler Scientific Acquires 187 More Bitcoin, Surpassing 4,600 BTC in Holdings Semler Scientific has purchased an additional 187 Bitcoin for approximately $20 million, according to a new SEC filing. The acquisition brings the firm's total Bitcoin holdings to 4,636 BTC, worth about $502 million at current market prices.

Semler Scientific Acquires 187 More Bitcoin, Surpassing 4,600 BTC in Holdings

Bitcoin's BTC very modest weekend rally modestly reversed on Monday as President Trump's tariff policies took center stage again.

Bitcoin Slips Below $108K, Erases Weekend Gains as Trump Ramps Up Tariffs

A pair of Bitcoin treasury firms added to their stash on Monday.

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