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 has rallied to its highest price since Feb. 4, 2026, but onchain data from Cryptoquant shows the move is now running into a historically significant resistance level that has stopped previous bear market rebounds. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin is testing Cryptoquant's Traders' Realized Price at $76,800, a resistance level that capped the January 2026 rally.

Cryptoquant Data Shows Whale Deposits at Highest Level Since July 2024 Near Bitcoin Key Resistance

Bank-backed bitcoin ETFs are accelerating institutional adoption and strengthening market credibility. The NYSE marked a new milestone as Morgan Stanley Investment Management rang the closing bell and celebrated the launch of MSBT, which the NYSE described as the first spot bitcoin ETF by a major U.S. bank.

NYSE Welcomes Morgan Stanley's MSBT Launch as First Spot Bitcoin ETF Issued by a Major US Bank

Bitfinex plans to use the returned coins to redeem all Recovery Right Tokens and devote at least 80 percent of remaining net proceeds to repurchasing and burning its UNUS SED LEO token.

The U.S. government moves $606,000 in bitcoin linked to the 2016 Bitfinex hack to Coinbase

Ethereum

Token outperforms bitcoin and ether over seven days, though thinning participation signals consolidation rather than conviction.

XRP leads bitcoin and ether on weekly gains, but muted volume keeps breakout in check

Funding rates at 2023 lows signal the market is heavily short against bitcoin, ZeroStack's Daniel Reis-Faria says, setting up conditions for a forced unwind if prices push higher.

Bitcoin bulls target $125,000 as U.S.-Iran peace talks trigger risk-on mood

Dogecoin

Leading cryptocurrencies held steady, while stocks closed at new records on Thursday as President Donald Trump said Iran agreed to transfer its "nuclear dust" to the U.S.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Flat, XRP, Dogecoin Gain Amid Trump's 'Nuclear Dust' Claim, Lebanon Ceasefire: Analyst Says BTC In For 'Good' Q2

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson says "it's not possible" to save all vulnerable Bitcoin from quantum computing under the current proposal.

Quantum Proposal Won't Save Satoshi's Bitcoin, Says Cardano Founder Hoskinson

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could be heading toward a potential supply squeeze, fueled by aggressive institutional accumulation and a tightening available supply in the market. Saylor's Buying Strategy In Focus In his Apr.15 podcast, analyst Scott Melker pointed to Michael Saylor and his firm Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) as central to this narrative.

How Michael Saylor's Bitcoin Buys Could Fuel A Supply Squeeze

Aleš Michl has been officially confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026, where he will deliver a keynote titled “Diversifying Central Bank Reserves With Bitcoin” on April 28 at 10:20 AM PT on the Nakamoto Stage at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas.

Czech National Bank Governor Will Soon Speak on Why They're Diversifying Their Reserves With Bitcoin

Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise, has highlighted that the current geopolitical chaos might push bitcoin to be used as a traditional currency instead of digital gold, helping it surpass the $1 million mark in the next decade. Nonetheless, Hougan acknowledges this would be an “out-of-the-money call option.

Bitwise: Geopolitical Chaos Might Push Bitcoin Over $1 Million

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could form a market bottom as early as May, according to crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen, though such a scenario would likely require a sharp capitulation event. Early Bottom Possible, But Unlikely In his Apr. 15 podcast, Cowen said the base-case outlook still points to a later bottom, likely around October 2026, in line with historical market cycles.

Has Bitcoin Bottomed? No, But It Could In May, Analyst Says

Citi analysts say holding both gold and bitcoin can improve portfolio performance compared with traditional bond-and-equity mixes. In a new report cited by CNBC, analyst Alex Saunders said a 5% allocation to gold enhances portfolio efficiency, while splitting that exposure between gold and bitcoin produces stronger results.

Citi Says Mixing Bitcoin With Gold Can Boost Your Portfolio Performance

Bitcoin holds $74,000 as market sentiment remains neutral, supported by continued institutional interest and positive ETF inflows. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $74,938.23 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,340.42 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $88.90 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $1.44 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.09930 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.056337 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 162,452 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $427.31 million.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Face Resistance While XRP, Dogecoin Show Strength

Bitcoin Scholars Fund aims to redirect $21 million in federal tax credits into K–12 Bitcoin education, offering donors a “net cost $0” way to fund curricula.

Bitcoin Scholars Fund Launches With $21 Million Goal to Bring Bitcoin Education to K–12 Schools

Bitcoin has experienced significant volatility over the last 24 hours, repeatedly testing the $75,000 resistance level before settling near $74,200. Key Takeaways Bitcoin repeatedly tested $75,000 on April 16, resulting in $137 million in total trader liquidations. Coinglass data shows 8,061 traders were liquidated as BTC price volatility exceeded 2.94% in 24 hours.

Bitcoin's Tug of War at $75K Leaves Traders Bruised; Analyst Eyes $85K by Late April

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson said Bitcoin's proposed quantum fix, BIP 361, would effectively confiscate 1.7 million BTC while misrepresenting the scope of changes required to pull it off. Key Takeaways: Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson says BIP 361 misclassifies its own fix, requiring a hard fork Bitcoin has never executed.

Cardano Founder Hoskinson: Bitcoin's Quantum Fix Is a Hard Fork in Disguise

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage announced his backing of the company following its relaunch under the Stack BTC name in March.

Stack BTC CEO Steps Down as Farage-Linked Bitcoin Venture Reshuffles Leadership

Steak ‘n Shake is expanding its bitcoin strategy with a milkshake tied to crypto culture. The April 27 timing, linked to Bitcoin Conference 2026, points to marketing efforts that now clearly extend beyond payments. Key Takeaways: Steak ‘n Shake announced a bitcoin milkshake on X. Marketing around BTC points to deeper crypto brand alignment.

Bitcoin Milkshake: Steak 'n Shake Targets April 27 Launch for BTC-Themed Product

Charles Schwab President and CEO Rick Wurster indicated that America's largest discount brokerage will likely support prediction markets.

Charles Schwab Weighs Prediction Markets Move as Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading Nears

Tennessee lawmakers will take a fresh look at a proposal to create a state Bitcoin reserve next Tuesday, April 21.

Tennessee Senate Committee to Weigh State Bitcoin Reserve Next Week

Michael Saylor's Strategy bought another 13,927 bitcoin for $1 billion via STRC preferred stock, funding the buy with zero common share dilution. Analysts see $150K.

'Zero Dilution'—Saylor's $1B Bitcoin Machine Targets $150K

Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) extended their recovery with another day of strong inflows led by bitcoin. Ether, XRP, and solana all posted gains, marking a second consecutive all-green session. Key Takeaways Bitcoin ETFs added $186.03 million, with Blackrock IBIT driving $291.86 million in concentrated inflows. Ether ETFs gained $67.

Bitcoin ETFs Add $186 Million as Broad Market Rally Continues

The Cardano founder argues BIP-361 is mislabeled as a soft fork and that its zero-knowledge recovery plan cannot rescue roughly 1.7 million pre-2013 bitcoin, including Satoshi's holdings.

Cardano's Charles Hoskinson says Bitcoin's quantum fix is a hard fork that can't save Satoshi's coins

A fierce philosophical and technical war erupted within the developer community on April 15, 2026, following a controversial proposal by veteran developer Jameson Lopp.

The Quantum Debate Over 5.6 Million "Dormant" Bitcoins

Charles Schwab (NYSE:SCHW) is rolling out Schwab Crypto, giving its 39 million active brokerage account holders access to Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) trading for the first time. The Phased Launch Schwab Crypto will be introduced in phases over the coming weeks, confirming a previously stated timeline for a second-quarter launch.

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