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's (CRYPTO: BTC) ongoing struggles have brought renewed attention to comments made last year by Palantir Technologies co-founder Peter Thiel, who predicted that the leading cryptocurrency was unlikely to see a dramatic surge. Bitcoin Failed To Meet Thiel's Expectations During a CNBC interview in June last year, Thiel said he was fascinated by the idea of a “decentralized future of computing” and that Bitcoin remained the “perfect vehicle” for that for a long time.

Peter Thiel Once Explained Why Bitcoin Won't Go Up 'Dramatically' And How It's Set For A 'Volatile, Bumpy Ride' Thanks To BlackRock

Solana

Bitcoin BTC$101,912.13 has faced a challenging few weeks, retreating sharply from its record highs and weighing on the broader market, including ether ETH$3,415.98, XRP$2.2938, solana SOL$159.32 and others.

Bitcoin's $100K Question: Here's Why BTC, XRP, SOL May Surge This Week

The past week in the world of cryptocurrency was nothing short of eventful. From Eric Trump's endorsement of Bitcoin to the fluctuating market trends, there was no shortage of intriguing developments.

Weekend Round-Up: Eric Trump's Bitcoin Endorsement, Crypto Market Fluctuations And Cathie Wood's Revised BTC Target

Bitcoin strutted into Nov. 9, 2025, with a price tag of $102,326, shrugging off skeptics as its market capitalization held to $2.04 trillion. With a 24-hour trading volume of $48.14 billion and an intraday range from $101,490 to $102,441, this digital heavyweight isn't exactly resting on its laurels—but it's definitely pacing the ring.

Bitcoin Price Watch: Bearish Clouds Linger Despite Rangebound Price

Ethereum

Robert Kiyosaki, author of “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” has shared his investment strategy amid predictions of an economic downturn. Yellow, Digital Gold Kiyosaki said in a post on X that he is purchasing gold, silver, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), anticipating significant price increases.

'Rich Dad Poor Dad' Author Robert Kiyosaki Warns Of Crash In BTC, ETH, Gold, Silves Prices, But Says He's Buying, Not Selling: Here's Why

Peter Schiff, a vocal critic of the top cryptocurrency, has weighed in on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) reaching the $100,000 mark. Schiff On BTC At $100K Known for his skepticism towards Bitcoin, Schiff remarked about the cryptocurrency's current valuation.

Peter Schiff Says Bitcoin At $100K Is 'Incredible Opportunity' That Must Not Be Missed: 'If You Own Bitcoin, Hurry And

Peter Schiff warns bitcoin is on the brink of a deeper collapse after slipping below $100,000, forecasting a steep sell-off driven by unwinding leverage, fading investor optimism, and mounting pressure across the broader crypto market.

Peter Schiff Calls Bitcoin ‘Ridiculously Overpriced,' Predicts Imminent Crash

Robert Kiyosaki warns that America's shift away from capitalism threatens freedom and prosperity, urging investors to safeguard wealth through bitcoin, gold, and silver as traditional systems face ideological and economic turmoil.

Robert Kiyosaki Warns America Is Losing Freedom, Democracy, Capitalism—Says Bitcoin Offers Protection

Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest, remains confident in Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) future, even in the face of market volatility. During a podcast, Wood reaffirmed her $1 million price target for the cryptocurrency.

Cathie Wood Confirms $1 Million Bitcoin Price Target Despite Market Volatility

Meanwhile, the recently-launched U.S. spot Solana ETFs have logged their ninth straight trading day of net positive inflows.

U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs see largest daily outflow since August as BTC price hovers around $100,000

Short-seller James Chanos has closed his short position against Strategy after the firm's premium over its bitcoin holdings shrank, validating his bearish thesis.

Renowned Short-Seller James Chanos Closes Short Against Strategy as Bitcoin Premium Narrows

Including seed investments, the fund has generated more than $545 million in net inflows.

Bitwise Solana ETF Sees Steady Demand as Bitcoin, Ethereum Funds Shed Assets

Bitcoin has fallen below the $100,000 threshold for the first time in months, and data published by Cryptoquant researchers suggest the move may echo signals that preceded the 2022 bear market.

Cryptoquant Warns Bitcoin's 365-Day Average Break Could Spark Deeper Correction

Dogecoin

You could win a full Bitcoin from a pack of trading cards, thanks to Cardsmiths' latest set of Currency collectibles—with Dogecoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin too.

Cardsmiths' New Currency Cards Include Over $500K in Real Bitcoin, Dogecoin and Ethereum

Bitcoin traded at $101,987 on Nov. 8, 2025, with a market capitalization of $2.03 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $77.43 billion. The price fluctuated within a daily range of $99,376.95 to $103,956, indicating a narrow consolidation phase following a recent downward move.

Bitcoin Price Watch: $101K Holds Steady as Bulls and Bears Wrestle for Control

JPMorgan has revealed its clients are increasingly betting on bitcoin, just as the bank's analysts predict an imminent bitcoin price boom

JPMorgan Reveals Huge Bitcoin Bet As It Predicts A $3.5 Trillion Price Boom

Bitcoin BTC$102,039.26 remains only marginally positive year-to-date, suggesting 2025 has been a period of consolidation as the asset stabilizes around the $100,000 level.

Bitcoin Whales vs Everyone Else, and the Whales Are Winning

Strategy Inc. is accelerating its bitcoin accumulation with a bold €620 million euro-denominated stock offering, targeting stronger digital asset exposure, lucrative 10% yields, and compounded growth potential while reinforcing its position as the world's largest bitcoin treasury.

Strategy Accelerates Bitcoin Expansion With €620M Euro Stock Offering

On Friday, while bitcoin floated just north of the $100,000 mark, a 2016-era whale suddenly woke up—moving 216.95 BTC valued at $22.47 million after sitting still for 9 years and 4 months. Dormant 2016 Wallet Makes a Splash Talk around town has zeroed in on OG bitcoin holders shifting hefty stacks of long-idle coins.

Long-Sleeping Bitcoin Wallet Reemerges After 9 Years, Moves 216 BTC Worth $22.47M

The Nasdaq-listed BTC miner is now the 25th largest Bitcoin treasury.

Trump Brothers' American Bitcoin Boosts BTC Holdings to $415 Million–Stock Seesaws

Bitcoin Magazine Mathematically Predicting Bitcoin Price Floor Data models suggest the next bitcoin price bear market may be shallower than past cycles, revealing how maturity is reshaping Bitcoin's volatility. Mathematically Predicting Bitcoin Price Floor Matt Crosby.

Mathematically Predicting Bitcoin Price Floor

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Jumps to $103,000 After Tumultuous Week Bitcoin price rebounded from early lows near $100,000 to reach $103,500 today, capping a volatile week of trading. Bitcoin Price Jumps to $103,000 After Tumultuous Week Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Jumps to $103,000 After Tumultuous Week

The cryptocurrency has hovered around the $100K threshold for multiple days in a row, with no clear sign of an imminent rally. Bitcoin Stalls at $100K, Have We Reached a New Plateau? November is typically a good month for bitcoin.

Bitcoin Trades Sideways: Is $100K the New Norm?

The Quantum Doomsday Clock, an initiative that seeks to time the exact moment when bitcoin as we know it today falls to quantum superiority, is predicting this event will happen 2 years and 4 months from now.

Quantum Doomsday Clock Predicts Bitcoin's Downfall by 2028

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

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