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.

Iconic American burger chain Steak ‘n Shake has added $10 million worth of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) to its balance sheet. This comes after the company started accepting Bitcoin payments in 2025.

Burger Chain Steak 'n Shake Just Supersized Its Bitcoin Holdings

Crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF) flows turned mixed on Friday as Bitcoin's multi-day inflow streak snapped sharply. Ether managed to stay marginally positive, while XRP and Solana closed the week with subdued, low-conviction moves.

Bitcoin ETF Rally Snaps With $395 Million Exit as Market Momentum Fades

After a steady stretch of flexing above the 1,000 exahash per second (EH/s) — a clean 1 zettahash per second (ZH/s) — line, Bitcoin's network hashpower has dipped back under the 1 ZH/s bar and is now clocking in at 988 EH/s.

Bitcoin's Hashrate Slips Below 1 Zettahash After Months at Record Power

National Football League superstar Saquon Barkley, a known Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) enthusiast, was once suggested by Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) founder Michael Saylor to go all-in on the apex cryptocurrency. Did Barkley Miss Out On A Major Opportunity?

Michael Saylor Once Told NFL Star Saquon Barkley To 'Throw It All In' On Bitcoin, And The Eagles Running Back Wished He Had Heeded The Advice

As Congress continues its effort to pass a federal crypto market structure bill, many states are attempting to prove their public finances are on top of the digital assets trend.

Led by Texas, New Hampshire, U.S. states race to prove they can put bitcoin on public balance sheet

The company says that accepting bitcoin payments has led to a "self-reinforcing cycle" where crypto revenue helps fund upgrades and improvements.

Popular Burger joint Steak 'n Shake buys $10 million bitcoin

If bitcoin had a theme song today, it'd be “Can't Stop, Won't Stop”—except, maybe it might stop to catch its breath. Trading in a narrow intraday range, the asset has taken a breather above the $95K threshold, forming what might be a bullish flag waving at momentum.

Traders Eye $98K as Bitcoin Coils for a High-Stakes Move

Bitcoin and crypto prices have surged into 2026, with bitcoin nearing $100,000 and adding 10% since its December lows

‘Serious Concern'—Trump Just Quietly Revealed A Bitcoin Price Game-Changer

Two independent miners mined full blocks and collected roughly 3.15 BTC each, an uncommon outcome in a network dominated by large pools.

Two solo bitcoin miners hit rare $300,000 jackpots in the same week

Macro guru Luke Gromen says a potential COVID March 2020-style market capitulation could rock bitcoin and financial markets in the near future before any sort of liquidity-driven rally arrives.

COVID March 2020-Style Event Potentially Brewing for Bitcoin: Luke Gromen

Strive's acquisition of Semler vaults the firm into the top tier of corporate bitcoin holders, amassing nearly 12,800 bitcoin as it accelerates an aggressive treasury strategy alongside a growing healthcare business. Strive–Semler Deal Creates 12,798 Bitcoin Balance Sheet, Signals Aggressive Treasury Expansion A major corporate transaction has reshaped a bitcoin-focused balance sheet. Strive Inc.

Deal Done: Strive Closes Semler Acquisition, Expands Treasury to 12,798 Bitcoin

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Bitcoin is trading around $95,000 as traders remained cautious following the Senate's decision to postpone debate on a crypto market structure bill.

Bitcoin At $95,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Trend Lower After Crypto Bill Delay

Binance sees Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) on track to become a macro-driven financial asset, fueled by institutional adoption, regulated products, and advancing stablecoin regulation. What Happened: In its 2025 review and 2026 forecast, Binance said 2025 was a milestone but volatile year for crypto, with total market value surpassing $4 trillion.

Bitcoin Is Now A 'Macro Asset' And Set For 2026 'Risk Reboot': Report

Bitcoin's early-week rally stalled as the asset retreated from a near-miss of $98,000 to stabilize around $95,000. The pullback was driven by “technical exhaustion” and a cooling of institutional demand as spot ETF inflows slowed. Macroeconomic Vacuum and Capitalization Slides Bitcoin's midweek momentum stalled Friday as the premier digital asset extended its Jan. 15 reversal.

Bulls Exhausted? Bitcoin Momentum Fades as ETF Buying Frenzy Slows

Bitcoin Magazine Jefferies' Analyst Dumps Bitcoin Over Quantum Computing Fears, Buys Gold Jefferies strategist Christopher Wood has dropped Bitcoin from his Greed & Fear portfolio, citing quantum computing as a potential existential threat to its cryptography. Jefferies' Analyst Dumps Bitcoin Over Quantum Computing Fears, Buys Gold Micah Zimmerman.

Jefferies' Analyst Dumps Bitcoin Over Quantum Computing Fears, Buys Gold

CryptoQuant said bitcoin's recent rebound looks like a “bear market rally,” with demand conditions less negative but weak.

‘Bear market rally': CryptoQuant breaks down bitcoin's recent price rebound

U.S. prosecutors did not liquidate digital assets forfeited by Samourai Wallet developers, according to the White House's top crypto advisor.

Bitcoin forfeited as part of Samourai case was not sold and will stay in the strategic reserve, says top White House crypto advisor

Advocates for the incarcerated Samourai Wallet developers have argued that the DOJ liquidated the Bitcoin funds against the president's wishes.

Bitcoin Seized From Samourai Wallet Has Not Been Sold, White House Says

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) fell 6% in 2025 while gold surged 65%, but ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood says Bitcoin wins in 2026 because gold just hit valuations only seen once in 125 years—during the Great Depression. Why Gold Hit Extreme Levels Gold, as measured by the (NYSE:GLD) rallied 166% from $1,600 to $4,300 since October 2022, driven by global wealth creation growing faster than gold's supply.

In 2025, Bitcoin Fell 6% And Gold Rose 65%—But Cathie Wood Says BTC Will Win In 2026

Bitcoin Magazine U.S. Government Denies Sale of Forfeited Samourai Wallet Bitcoin, Says BTC Will Remain in Strategic Bitcoin Reserve A U.S. official denied reports that the bitcoin forfeited by Samourai Wallet developers was sold and said it will remain on the government's balance sheet in compliance with President Trump's executive order. U.S. Government Denies Sale of Forfeited Samourai Wallet Bitcoin, Says BTC Will Remain in Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Micah Zimmerman.

U.S. Government Denies Sale of Forfeited Samourai Wallet Bitcoin, Says BTC Will Remain in Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

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

The Daily: Jefferies strategist drops 10% bitcoin allocation over quantum fears, Google Play bans overseas crypto exchanges in South Korea, and more

The price of Bitcoin is down today, but BTC also just flashed its most-watched bullish signal. Is a recovery rally on the way?

Despite the Dip, Bitcoin Just Flashed Its Most Reliable Bullish Signal: Analysis

Bitcoin miner Canaan faces Nasdaq delisting deadline as shares languish below $1 despite major hardware order and brief October rally.

Nasdaq Warns Bitcoin Hardware Maker Canaan About Delisting

Bitcoin Magazine Belarus Creates Legal Framework for Bitcoin and Crypto Banks in New Decree Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko has signed Decree No. 19, establishing a legal framework for bitcoin and crypto banks. Belarus Creates Legal Framework for Bitcoin and Crypto Banks in New Decree Micah Zimmerman.

Belarus Creates Legal Framework for Bitcoin and Crypto Banks in New Decree

Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the broader crypto market cooled after a busy week on Capitol Hill

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