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.

The bitcoin treasury trend — which has seen many firms globally adopting Michael Saylor's strategy — entered a new phase on Thursday.

Lingerie Fighting Championships to Add $2M in Bitcoin to Treasury Ahead of Expansion to UK

Ethereum

A closely followed crypto analyst says that Ethereum (ETH) has to break through one resistance level to ignite a bull rally.

Crypto Trader Unveils Major Level Ethereum Must Break Above To Trigger Rally, Updates Outlook on Bitcoin

In June 2024, the firm offered approximately $1 billion to purchase Core Scientific, which rejected the bid.

CoreWeave makes another bid to acquire Bitcoin miner Core Scientific: WSJ

The following article is adapted from The Block's newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

The Daily: Metaplanet surpasses Tesla in BTC holdings, Bit Digital gives up on Bitcoin mining for Ethereum treasury play, and more

The cryptocurrency has recovered from the tumble caused by the Middle East conflict nearly two weeks ago, but it's been mostly flat since yesterday. BTC Mostly Flat as Stocks Soar The tech-focused Nasdaq index reached a record closing on Tuesday, rallying all the way to 22,190.

Bitcoin Steady as Stocks Near Record High

One year after unsuccessfully trying to purchase Core Scientific (CORZ), cloud and AI infrastructure firm CoreWeave (CRWV) is again in talks with the bitcoin miner, according to the WSJ.

CoreWeave Back in Talks to Acquire Bitcoin Miner Core Scientific: WSJ

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) extended their inflow streak to 12 days, raking in $548 million with strong backing from Blackrock and Fidelity. Ether ETFs stayed in the green as well, collecting $60.41 million on the day.

Blackrock and Fidelity Drive $548 Million Into Bitcoin ETFs

Crypto analysts remain cautiously optimistic on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) despite recent Middle East volatility, with technical levels holding and halving cycle patterns suggesting potential upside ahead. What Happened: In a new market analysis published on Wednesday, crypto analyst DonAlt expressed cautious optimism on Bitcoin's performance, despite geopolitical unrest in the Middle East.

Bitcoin Consolidating At $107,000: Here's What Will Drive The Market In Q3

Bitcoin and Ethereum have inched forward, as 77% of Myriad Market users signal they're certain Iran's supreme leader will remain in power.

Bitcoin and Ethereum Flat as Iran Claims Victory Over US

Bitcoin traded at $107,312 on June 26, 2025, closing in on key resistance amid a backdrop of sustained institutional interest and tightening intraday volatility. With a market capitalization of $2.13 trillion and a 24-hour trade volume of $31.

Bitcoin Price Watch: Short-Term Exhaustion Mounts—Is a Retest Ahead?

Metaplanet (OTC:MTPLF), the Tokyo-listed investment firm, announced the purchase of an additional 1,234 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) on Wednesday, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to 12,345 BTC. Based on current prices, the company's total Bitcoin treasury now exceeds $780 million.

'Asia's MicroStrategy' Metaplanet Acquires Additional 1,234 Bitcoin As ETFs Extend 12-Day Inflow Streak

A widely followed analyst believes Bitcoin (BTC) will remain on a bullish trend despite the daily fluctuations in price. The analyst pseudonymously known as Pentoshi tells his 867,400 followers on the social media platform X that on the higher time frames, the Bitcoin trend is up and the day-to-day fluctuations in price are just “noise.

Crypto Analyst Bullish on Bitcoin, Says Demand Outstripping New BTC Supply – But There's a Catch

Dogecoin

Cryptocurrency markets are holding steady on Thursday morning, with attention shifting to the $20 billion options expiry on June 28 — a key event that could add volatility as Bitcoin eyes the $110,000 level. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $107,349.08 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,447.00 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $143.53 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.17 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1617 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001148 Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows Bitcoin and Ethereum large transaction volume increased 5.2% and declined 15.3% respectively.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Hold Steady As Dogecoin Slips Ahead Of Key Options Expiry

As blockchain technology adoption accelerates and digital assets become part of mainstream portfolios, one question looms large: How do we make these innovations work for everyone—not just early adopters and tech insiders? Pamella Onoriode, a leading voice in financial inclusion and digital innovation, has made it her mission to answer that question.

'Crypto Isn't Just For Tech Bros': Pamella Onoriode On Blockchain Technology's Real-World Utility Beyond Bitcoin

A legendary billionaire has said he expects global “de-dollarization" to catapult the bitcoin price to a $5 trillion market capitalization by 2030

Serious Dollar Collapse Fear Drives Huge $5 Trillion 2030 Bitcoin Price Prediction To Rival Nvidia And Microsoft

Slowly, then suddenly. That sums up the adoption of bitcoin and the wider cryptocurrency market by institutions.

Crypto Daybook Americas: Bitcoin Retreats From $108K, But Bulls Aren't Done

The ramp-up in daily inflows comes as bitcoin's price rebounds amid a dollar index weakness tailwind, according to an analyst.

Bitcoin ETFs' 12-day net inflow streak nears $4 billion as BTC gains amid dollar slump

Bitcoin's BTC illiquid supply has surged to 14.37 million BTC, jumping from 13.9 million BTC at the start of 2025, according to Glassnode data.

Bitcoin Illiquid Supply Climbs to Over 14M BTC, Reflects Strong HODL Trend

This is a daily technical analysis by CoinDesk analyst and Chartered Market Technician Omkar Godbole.

Bitcoin's Podium-Ready 'Bull Flag' Hints at Price Boom to $140K

Semler Scientific (SMLR) is now trading at a premium to its bitcoin BTC holdings for the first time in three weeks, a signal the company may soon buy more of the largest cryptocurrency by market value.

Semler Scientific Trades at Premium to Bitcoin Holdings for First Time in Three Weeks

Metaplanet (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 3350 / OTCQX: MTPLF), a publicly listed bitcoin treasury company based in Japan, has announced the acquisition of an additional 1,234 bitcoin as part of its ongoing Bitcoin Treasury Operations, bringing its total holdings to 12,345 BTC.

Metaplanet Acquires Additional 1,234 Bitcoin, Total Holdings Reach 12,345 BTC

An analyst with a history of making timely Bitcoin calls believes that BTC is setting the stage for a huge move to the upside.

Bitcoin (BTC) Setting Base for New Run to All-Time Highs, According to Trader Who Called 2021 Market Top

Bitcoin's BTC price has rebounded nearly 10% from weekend lows, with key developments in traditional markets supporting the case for continued gains ahead.

Bitcoin's Bull Case Strengthens as Dollar Index Slides, Nvidia Hits Record High Amid Recession Cues

Opyl is betting on the so-called Bitcoin treasury strategy to navigate its financial chop and follow recent examples set by others.

ASX-Listed Biotech Firm Latest to Adopt a Bitcoin Strategy to Stay Afloat

Nasdaq-listed Chinese tech firm Aurora Mobile plans to convert up to 20% of its cash reserves into bitcoin and other digital assets, joining the wave of public companies turning to crypto for treasury diversification.

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