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-buying firm's stockpile had shown losses on paper since early February.

Strategy Shares Pop as Bitcoin Holdings Flip Green, Near $61 Billion

Bitcoin surged past $78,000, reaching an intraday high of $78,348. The rally pushed its 24-hour gains to 4.1% and its total market cap to $1.56 trillion. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $78,348 as Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz, marking its highest price since Feb. 4.

Bitcoin Hits $78,348 as Strait of Hormuz Reopening Ignites Global Relief Rally

Rep. Sheri Biggs disclosed a purchase of up to $250,000 in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF for the second time in a year.

Congresswoman Biggs discloses six-figure BlackRock bitcoin ETF buy as BTC rebounds

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has the potential to reach $1 million by 2035, says Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan, but only if store of value market continues to grow the same manner for the past 20 years. Path To $1 Million In an Apr. 17 interview with CoinDesk, Hougan said Bitcoin is entering a long-term institutional adoption phase, driven by ETF growth, geopolitical instability and rising demand for "digital gold.

Bitcoin Could Hit $1 Million By 2035 If Store Of Value Market Grows, Says Bitwise's Matt Hougan

Citi custody and Goldman's Bitcoin ETF filing have analysts eyeing a $170,000 to $189,000 path for BTC, even with bitcoin near $75,000.

'Banks Are Coming'—Wall Street Bitcoin Rush Targets $189K

The U.S. government moved 8.2 Bitcoin, or greater than $600,000, that is linked to the $9 billion Bitfinex hack from 2016.

US Government Moves Bitcoin Tied to $9 Billion Bitfinex Hack

Representative Sheri Biggs of South Carolina has disclosed a purchase of up to $250,000 in Bitcoin exposure.

Congresswoman Sheri Biggs Discloses Up to $250,000 BTC Investment via iShares Bitcoin ETF

Oil prices slumped as Trump said Iran committed to open the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. plans to acquire that country's enriched uranium as part of a deal.

Beaten-down digital asset treasury names lead crypto stock surge as bitcoin hits $78,000

The bitcoin move spread to other major cryptocurrencies, lifting the total market cap back above $2.7 trillion.

Bitcoin retakes $78,000 as Trump declares Hormuz ‘open and ready for business'

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is up 5% after breaking above the descending trendline that defined the entire bear trend from $128,000, setting up short-squeeze conditions. The 46-Day Short Streak The last time this squeeze happened was November to December 2022 during the FTX collapse.

Bitcoin Hits $78,000 As 46 Days Of Short Positions Face Potential Short Squeeze

Bitcoin extends its breakout above prior resistance, signaling strong upward momentum as buyers push price to fresh local highs. The move reflects sustained demand and trend continuation, with bitcoin holding firm near peak levels. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin pushes toward $78K as strong buying momentum drives continued upside.

Bitcoin Rips Higher as Hormuz Reopening Lifts Sentiment and Keeps Bulls in Control

Bitcoin spiked above $77,000 as stock indices set records, following word that Iran's Strait of Hormuz is open during the ceasefire.

Bitcoin, Stocks Surge as Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Is 'Completely Open'

In the wild west of money, where a forgotten password to your Bitcoin wallet can mean the difference between fortune and ruin, comes the taut 31-minute Bitcoin action-thriller Self Custody (2026).

Film Review: “Self Custody” Indie Film about Bitcoin on Amazon Prime

Strategy surged over 12% today as the price of bitcoin roared above 77,000 dollars.

Strategy (MSTR) Jumps Over 12% as Bitcoin Pumps Past $77,000 Dollars Amid Tentative Iran De‑escalation

Bitcoin price surged past $77,000 as Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz under a ceasefire, easing market fears and fueling a risk-on rally that pushed BTC back toward key resistance.

Bitcoin Price Charges Past $77,000 as Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Fully Open

Iran's foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz will remain completely open for the remainder of the ceasefire.

Bitcoin rises past $76,000, aiming at major breakout as oil plunges on Iran cooldown

Bitcoin funding rates hit year-high negative levels, setting up a potential short squeeze—or bull trap—as its price tests $76K.

Negative Funding Rates Hit Yearly High as Bitcoin Tests $76K

Bitcoin climbed toward $76,000 as ETF demand improves and Wall Street hits record highs, but analysts say the rally still looks fragile.

Bitcoin outlook still clouded by ‘extreme fear' amid macro uncertainty and profit-taking despite rally to $76K, analysts say

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Bitcoin remains above $75,000 while Bitcoin ETFs saw $26.05 million in net inflows on Thursday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $18 million in net inflows. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $75,517 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,352 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $87.67 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $1.43 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.09807 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.056200 Meme coin market capitalization is up 7.5% over the past 24 hours at $38.

Bitcoin Holds $75,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Gain 2%

Bitcoin's BTC$75,345.59 price action signals the momentum from U.S.–Iran ceasefire headlines is fading and markets are looking for substantive progress that could unwind war-driven stress across the global economy.

Bitcoin's ceasefire boost is starting to fizzle out as investors look for real-world results

The bitcoin price is hovering near a key resistance level with $450 million in sell orders overhead as liquidations surge and derivatives data signal caution.

Bitcoin stalls below $76,000 as sell wall caps rally despite rising derivatives activity

Bitcoin climbs above its 100 day moving average, while Strategy moves back above its 200 week trend level.

Back in the black: Strategy's returns to profit on bitcoin holdings after $76,000 surge

RHODL ratio suggests market conditions resemble cycle corrections rather than late-stage tops, as long-term holders regain dominance.

The 4.5 signal: Why Glassnode's RHODL ratio says the bitcoin bottom may be in

Public bitcoin miners have liquidated their BTC reserves at a pace not seen since the depths of the last crypto bear market, as a prolonged slump in mining economics pushes operators into survival mode.

Public Miners Sell Record Bitcoin as Industry Splits Between Selling and Quality Growth

A widely followed analyst is warning that Bitcoin (BTC) may be mirroring a 2014 bear market pattern with its latest rally. The analyst pseudonymously known as Rekt Capital tells his 560,700 followers on X that Bitcoin could rally 10% from its current value before collapsing based on historical precedence.

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