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 Big One Is Coming Soon'—Serious Trump Warning Fuels A Massive Bitcoin Price Prediction

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes reiterated his $250,000 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) target for 2026 and projected $500,000 to $750,000 by end of 2027, arguing the Trump administration will “print money.” The $250,000 Call Stands Hayes told a CoinDesk reporter he's sticking with his call as governments facing unhappy populations will distribute benefits to secure votes in upcoming elections.

Arthur Hayes: Bitcoin To $250,000 In 2026 And $750,000 In 2027 Because Trump Will 'Print Money'

Fabian Dori says a short-term liquidity squeeze is driving crypto's slump, with further downside possible, though improving macro data and fundamentals could speed a recovery.

Bitcoin could slide further on liquidity squeeze, but long-term bull case intact: Sygnum CIO

Crypto ETFs staged a powerful rebound on Monday, led by $458 million in bitcoin inflows. Ether, solana, and XRP products also closed firmly in the green, marking a broad-based recovery across the market. Crypto ETFs Begin New Week With Strong Rebound The bounce was swift.

Bitcoin Leads ETF Comeback With $458 Million Inflow

MARA has expanded its policy to allow balance sheet bitcoin sales after reporting a $422.2 million fair-value decline in 2025.

MARA opens door to selling stockpiled bitcoin in new policy shift

Bitcoin fell more than 3.5% to below $67,000 as escalating tensions in the Middle East drove investors out of risk assets and into the U.S. dollar.

Oil shock and inflation fears drag down bitcoin

Bitcoin pulled back from Monday's peak near $70,000 as geopolitical and economic headwinds hold a recovery rally in check.

Four Headwinds Stalling Bitcoin's $70K Breakout

Core Scientific has already sold around $175 million in bitcoin as the company accelerates its pivot toward AI-focused data centers.

Bitcoin miner Core Scientific to sell bulk of BTC holdings in 2026 to fund AI pivot

Riot will pay $20 million after a court limited SBI's bitcoin-linked damages claims that exceeded $175 million.

Riot, SBI Crypto reach $20 million settlement in Texas bitcoin mining dispute

The newly established Citrea Foundation will oversee the growth and decentralized governance of Bitcoin's application layer through research and grants. On March 2, 2026, the Citrea Foundation was introduced as an independent organization dedicated to supporting the evolution of programmable Bitcoin.

Citrea Foundation Forms to Advance Bitcoin Programmable Infrastructure and Decentralization

Risk off sentiment builds ahead of Tuesday's open, with investors moving into the dollar and watching energy markets amid ongoing Middle East tensions.

Bitcoin falls below $67,000 as U.S. equities slide and oil pushes higher

Riot Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIOT) Executive Vice President Jason Chung affirmed Monday the company's ongoing strategy of funding capital expenditures through Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) sales. Bitcoin At Center Of RIOT's Financing During Riot Platforms' fourth-quarter earnings call, Chung responded to a question about Bitcoin sales and their relevance to the company's capital requirements.

Riot Platforms VP Says Company Will Continue To Sell Bitcoin From Treasury To 'Fund Operational Needs'

CORZ still holds under 1,000 BTC but look to "remain opportunistic" moving forward.

Core Scientific sells $175 million in bitcoin as AI pivot accelerates

Out of a fixed maximum supply of 21 million coins, more than 95% of all bitcoin that will ever exist is now in circulation.

Bitcoin supply approaching 20 million: The final million will take another 114 years to mine

Institutional investors just bought an overall total of $1 billion in Bitcoin and crypto assets in one week, according to a new update from Coinshares. The inflows mark a reversal from a five-week streak of outflows totaling $4 billion. Bitcoin dominated the buying, drawing $881 million.

Institutional Investors Pour $1,000,000,000 Into Bitcoin and Crypto Assets in One Week: CoinShares

Analysts told The Block that institutions are increasingly viewing bitcoin as a maturing diversifier asset.

Spot bitcoin ETFs post $458 million in net inflows as institutions buy into global instability: analysts

U.S. BTC ETFs added $458 million, suggesting institutional buyers are absorbing the weekend shock that briefly sent BTC to $63,000.

Bitcoin climbs as BTC ETFs post one of the quarter's biggest inflow days amid Iran volatility

Biglari Holdings (NYSE:BH )-owned fast food chain Steak ‘n Shake said Monday that it will start offering Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) bonuses to all its hourly employees starting in March. Bitcoin Bonuses For Employees In an X post, the popular burger chain said it will pay employees Bitcoin worth 21 cents per hour.

Steak 'n Shake Says It's Paying Hourly Employees A Bitcoin Bonus For Every Hour Worked, Pledges Trump Account Contributions

Steak ‘n Shake is embedding bitcoin into employee pay, granting hourly workers a crypto bonus and adding $1,000 child savings contributions, advancing an aggressive digital-asset strategy that reshapes fast-food compensation and corporate treasury policy.

Steak ‘n Shake Launches 21-Cent-Per-Hour Bitcoin Bonus for Employees

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Leading cryptocurrencies made a comeback on Monday despite escalating hostilities in the Middle East war.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Rally, Dogecoin Flat As Iran Conflict Enters Its 3rd Day: Analyst Says Selling Pressure From Recent Buyers 'Fading'

Bitcoin's 2026 bearish window is rapidly closing as corporate treasury accumulation accelerates and macro tailwinds build, tightening supply and reinforcing institutional demand, according to Jan3 CEO Samson Mow.

Samson Mow Sees Bitcoin Bearish Pressure Eroding as Strategy, Metaplanet, Fed Shift Market Dynamics

Bitcoin faces mounting pressure from escalating geopolitical tensions, yet Bitwise says extreme risk spikes have historically preceded strong medium-term gains, positioning the cryptocurrency for a potential rebound as macro liquidity and inflation dynamics evolve. Bitwise Emphasizes Bullish Historical Pattern Following Major Geopolitical Risk Events Market volatility is intensifying as geopolitical tensions escalate.

Bitwise Sees Bullish Setup for Bitcoin Despite Escalating Geopolitical Shockwaves

The company emphasized its colocation revenue jumped to $31.3 million from $8.5 million in 2024 due to an expansion of operations.

Core Scientific revenue drops in Q4 as bitcoin miner pushes into supplying data center infrastructure

Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) closed the week of Feb. 23–27 with strong net inflows, led by $787 million into bitcoin funds. Ether, solana, and XRP products also posted weekly gains despite late-week volatility. Combined $921 Million Inflow for Crypto ETFs Despite Friday Pause Momentum defined the week for crypto ETFs.

3 Green Days Power Strong Crypto ETF Week as Bitcoin ETFs Add $787 Million

Bitcoin tapped $70,000 as markets looked beyond geopolitical tensions and broader sentiment improved on Monday. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $69,010 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,038 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $87.30 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $1.39 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.09534 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.055626 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 113,307 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $440.64 million.

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