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.

Nearly half of all bitcoin is now trading at a loss, with the Bitcoin Impact Index surging to 57.4, indicating high stress levels.

Nearly half of all circulating bitcoin is underwater as long-term holders sell at a loss

American Bitcoin Corp. has surpassed 7,000 BTC in corporate reserves, extending its Bitcoin treasury growth following its Nasdaq debut.

Trump-Linked American Bitcoin (ABTC) Surpasses 7,000 BTC as Treasury Growth Accelerates; Mining Peer Slides

Bitcoin's weekend drop coincides with Trump weighing ground operation in Iran, escalating geopolitical tensions amid month-end rebalancing.

Bitcoin Dives as Trump Weighs US Ground Operation in Iran—But It's Rising Again

Strategy halted its weekly bitcoin purchases for the first time in over a year, maintaining total holdings at 762,099 BTC.

Strategy (MSTR) Breaks 13-Week Bitcoin Buying Streak, Holdings Hold at 762,099 BTC

Analysts warn that bitcoin conviction remains thin ahead of key U.S. economic releases despite Trump's latest remarks on Iran.

‘Serious talks with new regime': Bitcoin gains on Trump's Iran comments as analysts warn of geopolitical risk and ETF outflows

Bitcoin has struggled so far into U.S. president Donald Trump's second term, though that could be about to change.

Trump Declares ‘Crypto Revolution'—Issues A Surprise Prediction As The Bitcoin Price Swings

Bitcoin traded at $67,625 on March 30, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time, rebounding within a $65,112 to $67,777 range after U.S. President Donald Trump signaled potential negotiations with a “new regime” in Iran while threatening energy infrastructure if talks fail.

Bitcoin Jumps on Trump Iran ‘Regime' Talk, Runs Into Technical Wall

Strategy's holdings account for more than 3.6% of the total 21 million bitcoin supply — worth around $52 billion.

Michael Saylor's Strategy pauses weekly bitcoin buys, retains total holdings at 762,099 BTC

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Bitcoin recovered about 1.5% after dropping to $65,000 over the weekend, as broader markets rebounded and buoyed by a relief rally following options expiry; liquidations stand at $366.35 million over the past 24 hours. Bitcoin ETFs saw $225.5 million in net outflows on Friday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $48.5 million in net outflows.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Kick Off Week In Green On Options-Expiry Relief Rally

Trump said "great progress" had been made toward ending the war but warned the U.S. would "obliterate" Iran's power plants, oil wells, and Kharg Island if a deal isn't reached shortly.

Bitcoin jumps as Trump says U.S. in talks with 'new regime' in Iran, threatens oil infrastructure if deal fails

Ether (ETH) and solana (SOL) prices have risen over 3% since midnight UTC, with BTC up nearly 2% and XRP lagging at 1.5%. The CoinDesk 20 Index has gained 2% to 1,941 points.

Bitcoin, ether bounce is running low on fuel

Bitcoin and ether tick higher while altcoins surge on oversold bounce, but weak liquidity and macro tensions keep the broader trend fragile.

Bitcoin steadies, altcoins jump in liquidity-driven relief rally

U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs saw $296 million in outflows last week as global crypto funds posted $414 million in net withdrawals.

US Bitcoin ETFs see $296 million weekly outflows as global crypto funds snap four-week inflow streak

Morgan Stanley's Bitcoin exchange-traded fund appears set for an imminent launch, according to a leading ETF analyst. Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart says the bank is clearly not messing around with its spot bitcoin ETF, which will feature the ticker MSBT. “WOW. We have the fee on Morgan Stanley's spot bitcoin ETF $MSBT.

Morgan Stanley's Bitcoin ETF Likely To Launch Early Next Month: Bloomberg Analyst

Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR ) Chair Michael Saylor reaffirmed his unflinching support for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) by sharing the popular “laser eyes” meme on Saturday. ‘Laser Eyes' Meme Is Back The meme, a 2021 Bitcoin community signal of strong bullish conviction, typically shows a person with glowing red eyes in their profile picture to signify “laser focus” on Bitcoin's price.

Michael Saylor Says It's Time To Put His Laser Eyes Back On, Fellow Bitcoin Bull Chimes In: 'Never Took Them Off'

Yield hungry investors seem to have influenced market flows such that they limit price swings.

The Bitcoin market remains boring. Investors chasing yields may be partly to blame

Analysts attribute last week's BTC ETF outflows to geopolitical tensions, fading ceasefire hopes, and end-of-quarter rebalancing.

Bitcoin ETFs Bleed $290M as ‘Risk-Off' Mood Deepens

The conflict's fifth week brought its widest expansion yet, with Iran-backed forces opening a new front and U.S. ground troops arriving in the region.

Bitcoin recovers to $67,400 after dipping below $65,200 as Houthis enter Iran war

Analysts said the prolonged U.S.-Iran conflict keeps inflation fears elevated, weighing on crypto investor sentiment.

‘More room to fall': Bitcoin trades near $67,000 as US-Iran deadlock persists

Leading cryptocurrencies remained flat, while stock futures fell Sunday evening as investors speculated about a ground invasion of Iran by the U.S.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Move Sideways Amid Possible US Invasion Of Iran: Analyst Says 'Billion-Dollar' Trades Flooding Back To BTC And ETH

BNP Paribas opens regulated access to bitcoin and ethereum through ETNs, giving retail clients exposure via traditional securities accounts while advancing a broader institutional blockchain strategy.

BNP Paribas Opens Access to Bitcoin and Ethereum ETNs for Retail Clients

Just before the week could even clear its throat, the top crypto asset bitcoin slipped beneath the $65,000 mark, brushing an intraday low of $64,785. In the process, more than $100 million in bitcoin long positions and roughly $85 million in ethereum longs were unceremoniously wiped out.

Bitcoin Hits $64,785 Low, 86,000 Traders Wiped out While Oil Tops $103 and Wall Street Futures Turn Red

The company seemed to have skipped it's weekly bitcoin purchase announcement for the first time since late december.

Strategy may have paused bitcoin accumulation last week, ending a thirteen week buying streak

Historically, spikes in Bitfinex BTC/USD longs have acted as a contrary indicator.

Bitcoin bullish bets hit a 28-month high on Bitfinex, and that's music to bears' ears

Bitcoin traded at $66,759 on March 29, 2026, around 9 a.m. Eastern time. The leading crypto asset persisted within a 24-hour range of $66,266 to $67,185, as BTC's price hovered near short-term support, while broader technical signals remained mixed and trend strength was subdued. Market capitalization stood at $1.33 trillion, with 24-hour volume at $23.

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