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.

Token falls 2.5% after rejection near $1.44 as leveraged ETF launch pushback adds to mixed sentiment.

Ripple-linked XRP slips amid bitcoin profit-taking, ETF delay

Adm. Paparo told Congress that the U.S. military is running a Bitcoin node to test how the protocol can support national security.

US military running Bitcoin node to test national security applications, admiral tells Congress

Anthony Scaramucci said the current downturn in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) reflects a typical market cycle rather than a structural issue, as he reiterated a long-term bullish outlook on the crypto sector. Near-Term Weakness, Long-Term Optimism Speaking at the Solana Policy Summit, Scaramucci said he expects continued market softness in the near term, with a more meaningful recovery likely toward late 2026 or early next year.

Anthony Scaramucci Says Bitcoin's Doing Fine, But His Portfolio Is Stacking Altcoins Too

Pantera backs shareholder push for Satsuma to sell $50 million bitcoin hoard after 99% stock plunge, according to Bloomberg.

Pantera among investors pushing bitcoin treasury firm Satsuma to sell $50 million hoard: Bloomberg

Pantera Capital is urging London-listed bitcoin treasury firm Satsuma Technology to sell its remaining $50 million in bitcoin and return the proceeds to investors, according to Bloomberg. Key Takeaways: Pantera Capital is pressing LSE-listed Satsuma Technology to sell $50M in bitcoin.

Pantera Capital Urges London-Listed Satsuma to Offload $50 Million Bitcoin Treasury

With Bitcoin topping $79K Wednesday, a "cleared risk landscape" hints at a potential extension of its ongoing rally.

'Excellent Window' for Strategic Accumulation as Bitcoin Risk Indicator Flips Bullish

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Bitcoin is trading sideways as Bitcoin ETFs saw $85.04 million in net inflows on Wednesday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $42.8 million in net inflows. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $77,793 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,331 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $85.46 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $1.41 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.09576 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.056065 Meme coin market capitalization is trading 4.5% lower over the past 24 hours.

Bitcoin Holds Near $77,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Go Sideways

Justin Sun is suing Trump's World Liberty Financial, and the U.S. government is now openly running a Bitcoin node.

Morning Minute: Bitcoin Clears $79,000, Then Reverses

Admiral Samuel Paparo, head of US Indo-Pacific Command, told two congressional panels this week that the military is running a live Bitcoin node for cybersecurity testing and views the protocol as a tool of national power in competition with China.

U.S. military runs Bitcoin node, sees crypto as power projection versus China

The most notable development came from the Pentagon, which told U.S. lawmakers in a classified briefing that clearing mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a major oil chokepoint, could take at least six months, and the process will begin only after the U.S.-Iran conflict ends. The briefing also warned that gasoline and oil prices may remain elevated through the midterm elections, according to the Washington Post.

Bitcoin's bullish momentum runs into Pentagon-backed inflation warning

Bitcoin dips after testing $80,000 as oil surges and traders stay bearish, even though a breakout hints the rally could accelerate on short squeezes.

Bitcoin slips from near $80,000 as oil price increase weighs on risk assets

Pantera Capital is urging London-listed Satsuma Technology to liquidate its remaining bitcoin holdings and return cash to shareholders.

The DAT collapse: Pantera wants Satsuma to dump its bitcoin as shares crash 99%

Several veteran crypto analysts are suddenly turning bullish on Bitcoin as BTC hovers around $78,000. The pseudonymous analyst DonAlt tells his 720,800 followers on X that Bitcoin is likely heading to the $90,000 range after printing higher high prices on the weekly timeframe. “I don't see why so many are bearish here based on technicals.

Crypto Veterans Flip Bullish on Bitcoin As BTC Trades at $78,000 – Here Are Their Price Targets

The index has returned to neutral territory, a rare milestone that has historically marked market turning points, but not always correctly.

Bitcoin's bull score index just left bear territory. There's a warning attached.

Billionaire investor and television personality Mark Cuban praised on Wednesday the new documentary on the real identity of Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) mysterious creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. New Documentary ‘Really Good,' Says Cuban In an X post, Cuban found the film “really good” and “entertaining,” and the kind that will get people to think.

Mark Cuban Says New Satoshi Nakamoto Documentary That Claims To have 'Cracked The Case' About Bitcoin Creator 'Makes You Think'

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA ) held onto its Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) through the first quarter, but reported significant paper losses on the holdings on Wednesday. Tesla's BTC Hoard Suffers In Bear Market The Elon Musk-led mobility giant reported $786 million in digital assets as of March 31, down 22% from the fourth quarter of 2025.

Elon Musk's Tesla Retains Bitcoin Holdings in Q1 Amid $222 Million Digital Assets Losses On Paper

Cardano

The engineering organization behind Cardano submitted nine proposals totaling $46.8 million for the 2026 voting cycle, down from $97.5 million last year.

Cardano builder seeks smaller funding slice of $46.8 million for scaling and Bitcoin DeFi

Arthur Hayes says bitcoin is stuck in a "no trade zone" until the Fed prints, capping upside below $500,000. Saylor's Strategy just bought $2.54B more BTC.

'No Trade Zone'—Hayes Warning Bitcoin Needs Fed To Hit $500K

Solana

Bitcoin traded at $77,794 on Thursday morning, up 0.4% over 24 hours but well off the $79,388 high hit Wednesday evening, with ether, XRP and Solana all closing red.

Bitcoin loses grip near $80,000 as ETH, SOL, DOGE fade on profit-taking

Leading cryptocurrencies rallied, while stocks closed at new records on Wednesday on the Iran ceasefire extension, even as Strait of Hormuz tensions simmer.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Rally, XRP, Dogecoin Hold Steady Amid Brewing Strait Of Hormuz Tensions: Analyst Sees BTC's Real Rally After A Small 'Breather'

Bitcoin markets are showing signs of a potential bottom as improving price action brings recent buyers back to breakeven. Grayscale points to strengthening positioning as a key signal that sentiment may be shifting toward more bullish conditions. Key Takeaways: Grayscale signaled bitcoin may have bottomed as buyers return to breakeven levels.

Grayscale Hints at Bull Market Setup as Bitcoin Holds Critical Breakeven Level

The commander of U.S. forces in the Pacific said the military is investigating Bitcoin's ability to “secure and protect networks.”

US Government Runs a Bitcoin Node, But Not Mining BTC: US Admiral

Input Output (IO), the engineering organization behind Cardano, submitted nine treasury funding proposals on Wednesday totaling $38.9 million, nearly 50% less than the $97.5 million it requested from the community last year. Key Takeaways: Input Output submitted 9 Cardano treasury proposals totaling $38.9M, nearly 50% less than its 2026 ask.

Cardano's Leios Upgrade and Bitcoin DeFi Tool Pogun Headline Input Output's 2026 Funding Slate

The company's bitcoin stash remained at 11,509 BTC, worth about $880 million at bitcoin's current price of around $78,000.

Elon Musk's Tesla reports unchanged bitcoin holdings, books $173 million digital asset loss

A panel titled “Code Is Free Speech: Ending The War On Bitcoin” has been announced for Bitcoin 2026, bringing together three figures from law, government, and the Bitcoin industry. The panel features FBI Director Kash Patel, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, and Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal.

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