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) has rallied above $106,000 on Monday as investors reacted to a bipartisan Senate deal to end the historic U.S. government shutdown. Senate Progress Lifts Broader Market Sentiment The U.S. Senate voted 60-40 Sunday night to advance a framework that would reopen the government after 40 days, restoring funding for key agencies through January 2026.

Bitcoin Up 3% On Shutdown Progress—But $109,000 Remains The Target

Strategy (MSTR), the largest corporate holder of bitcoin BTC$106,433.16, reported Monday that it purchased $49.9 million worth of bitcoin last week, bringing its total holdings to 641,692 coins valued at more than $68 billion at current prices.

Strategy Adds $50M in Bitcoin as Bottom Signs for the Stock Emerge

After a cryptic hint from Michael Saylor yesterday, Strategy went full throttle again—snapping up another pile of bitcoin ( BTC), precisely 487 BTC for just shy of $50 million. Strategy (Nasdaq: MSTR), once known as Microstrategy, added fresh bitcoin to its stash this week.

Another Day, Another Bitcoin Haul — Saylor's Strategy Scoops Up 487 BTC

Strategy's holdings account for more than 3% of the total 21 million bitcoin supply — worth around $68 billion.

‘Best continue': Michael Saylor's Strategy buys another 487 bitcoin for $50 million as total holdings reach 641,692 BTC

Bitcoin strutted into Nov. 10 with a swagger, clocking in at $105,950 and flashing a $2.11 trillion market cap. With a daily trading volume of $70.67 billion and an intraday price range that danced between $102,061 and $106,623, the charts offered up a juicy spread of signals across all timeframes.

Bitcoin Price Watch: $106K Standoff as Bulls and Bears Battle for Control

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Bitcoin has reclaimed $106,000 amid growing optimism over an end to the U.S. government shutdown and a proposed $2,000 "tariff dividend" per person by President Trump. Across crypto markets, $342 million in positions were liquidated.

Bitcoin Rallies To $106,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Surge 5% On Senate Shutdown Deal

The crypto market enjoyed a period of upside over the weekend following two consecutive losing weeks. Bitcoin BTC$106,057.73 rose 4% in the past 24 hours and having risen as high as $106,500 is now trading around $106,000 as it attempts to steer itself away from the psychological level of support at $100,000.

Crypto Markets Today: Altcoins Surge as Bitcoin Rebounds to $106.5K on U.S. Dividend Optimism

The broader crypto market experienced a strong rebound on November 10th, with the total market capitalization surging from $3.513 trillion to $3.68 trillion in 24 hours. Bitcoin and altcoins rose by an average of 4% in the same period. Political Catalyst and Bitcoin's Resilience The broader crypto market rebounded on Nov.

Bitcoin Surges Past $106K on Shutdown Optimism

As Bitcoin rallied on the Senate passing an agreement aimed at ending the shutdown, experts see a path to $150K BTC by year-end.

What's Next for Bitcoin if US Government Shutdown Ends?

Jim Chanos, the famed short seller best known for anticipating Enron's collapse in 2001, said he closed his position on Strategy (MSTR), marking the end of an 11-month short MSTR/long bitcoin BTC$106,415.04 trade. A short position, which involves selling borrowed shares, is a bet a stock will fall.

Is This the Indicator That Bitcoin Treasury Companies Have Hit a Bottom?

The cryptocurrency market lit up on Sunday, with social media erupting in cheers as users hoped for new bull runs in bitcoin BTC$106,119.31 and tokens like XRP and DOGE fueled by stimulus checks, following President Donald Trump's announcement of a tariff dividend for low-income Americans on Truth Social.

Hold Your Horses, BTC Bulls: Bessent Says Tariff ‘Dividend' Could Be Tax Cuts

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Bitcoin surpassed $106K early on Monday morning after President Donald Trump announced a potential dividend payment from income accrued via tariff collection. The U.S. Senate also voted to end the federal government shutdown, a return to normalcy after the largest such event.

Out of the Swamp: Bitcoin Hits Key Level Fueled by Trump's Tariff Dividend

A renowned cryptocurrency analyst shared a cautious perspective on Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) price on Sunday, hinting at a sharp drop from the current levels. Big Drawdown Incoming For BTC?

Bitcoin Has 'High Probability' Of Crashing Below $60,000 If It Stays Below This Level, Says Analyst, But The Fall Could Be Even Steeper

Bitcoin BTC$106,085.09 exchange-traded funds (ETFs) just saw their third-largest weekly outflow on record, even as Wall Street deepens its crypto bets.

Bitcoin ETF Outflows Hit $1.2B Even as Wall Street Deepens Its Crypto Bets

The US Senate passed a key funding bill on Sunday night, marking the first step toward reopening the government.

Bitcoin, Ethereum surge as US Senate advances bill to end government shutdown

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) soared overnight Sunday fueled by broader optimism in the cryptocurrency market that the ongoing federal shutdown would soon end. XRP Sees Buying Pressure The fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization rallied over 9% in the last 24 hours, with trading volume spiking 38% to $3.89 billion.

XRP Outgains Bitcoin, Dogecoin With 9% Rally — Move To $10 Coming Soon?

Gemini co-founder Cameron Winklevoss took potshots Sunday at the British daily newspaper Financial Times for its 12-year-old article that predicted Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) would become the next “bubble.” Winklevoss Criticizes Media's Bitcoin Coverage Winklevoss took to X to voice his criticism of the mainstream media's negative projections about the leading cryptocurrency.

Cameron Winklevoss Digs Up News Report From 2013 To Make A Point About Bitcoin: 'You Will Miss Out On The World's Greatest Opportunities

Ark Invest is refining its bitcoin outlook as surging stablecoin adoption transforms global digital finance, with Cathie Wood signaling robust confidence in bitcoin's long-term value despite trimming projections amid accelerating institutional engagement and emerging market integration.

Ark Invest Cuts Bitcoin Target as Stablecoins Rewrite the Crypto Playbook

Bitcoin rose over $106,000 for the first time in almost a week. Ethereum was up more than 7% over the past 24 hours.

Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP Jump as End to US Government Shutdown Appears Imminent

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Asia Morning Briefing: Bitcoin Rebounds as Polymarket Traders Bet U.S. Shutdown Will End Within Days

Leading cryptocurrencies rallied alongside stock futures Sunday overnight amid reports that the 40-day federal shutdown will end. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 8:15 p.m.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, XRP Jump On Hopes Government Shutdown Will End: Arthur Hayes Predicts BTC '2 Da Moon' As 'Printing Money' Begins Again

‘Buckle Up'—Crypto Braced For ‘Stimulus Check' Price Shock As Trump Suddenly Sends Bitcoin Higher

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Bitcoin's Recent Drop Has Lessons For Investors

Robert Kiyosaki anticipates a substantial increase in Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) value, setting a target of $250,000, despite cautioning about a potential “massive crash.” In a post on X, Kiyosaki shared his investment goals for 2026, which include $27,000 for gold, $250,000 for Bitcoin, $100 for silver, and $60 for Ethereum.

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