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.

Ethereum

Solana

Bitcoin, ether, solana and XRP spot ETFs all posted net inflows on Wednesday, led by the strongest day for bitcoin funds in months.

Bitcoin ETFs take in $830 million amid positive inflows across ether, solana and XRP

US spot bitcoin ETFs reported $843.6 million in net inflows on Wednesday, which is the highest daily total since Oct. 7

Bitcoin ETF inflows reach $1.7 billion over three-day streak

Economist Peter Schiff questioned the sustainability of Bitcoin's ongoing rally on Wednesday, arguing that investors are mistakenly rotating profits from commodities into cryptocurrency-linked assets. Schiff Downplays Bitcoin Rally Schiff suggested in an X post that traders are taking profits in gold and silver mining stocks and buying Bitcoin exchange-traded funds and Strategy.

Peter Schiff Warns Traders Taking Profits In Gold, Silver And Buying Bitcoin ETFs And MSTR Stock: 'That's A Big Mistake'

Bitcoin has returned to a price range where repeated profit-taking by long-term holders capped rallies last year, though those wallets are now selling more slowly than in 2025.

Bitcoin returns to key sell zone as long term holders slow profit taking

Ripple received preliminary authorization for an e-money license in Luxembourg, potentially expanding its regulated payment services in the EU.

XRP slips 3% despite Ripple license approvals as bitcoin weighs on market

The Solana-based token plunged more than 80% shortly after launch, with on-chain watchers flagging liquidity shifts that its backers and Adams' team dispute.

Former 'bitcoin mayor' Eric Adams denies profiting from NYC Token after 80% crash

Total crypto market value jumped toward $3.25 trillion before gains cooled, with bitcoin steady above $96,000 and mixed performance across majors.

Bitcoin at risk of dropping under $96,000 as U.S.-Iran rhetoric pressures risk assets

Strive Inc. cleared a pivotal hurdle to vault into the top tier of corporate bitcoin holders after shareholders approved its all-stock acquisition of Semler Scientific, setting up a massive balance-sheet expansion tied directly to bitcoin. Semler Vote Positions Strive Among Top Corporate Bitcoin Holders A major corporate bitcoin transaction cleared a critical hurdle. Strive Inc.

Strive Locks in Semler Approval, Positioning for a 12,798 Bitcoin Treasury

Bitcoin prices rallied on Wednesday, January 14, reaching their loftiest value in roughly two months as various factors combined to drive gains.

Bitcoin Prices Climb To Highest Price Since November

TD Cowen cut its target but kept a buy rating, citing near-term modeling pressure from Strategy's aggressive Bitcoin buying.

TD Cowen Trims Strategy Price Target as Bitcoin Yield Outlook Softens

Dogecoin

Bitcoin rallied, while the stock and oil markets retreated on Wednesday as geopolitical tensions and the upcoming vote on a cryptocurrency bill influenced investors' decisions. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 8:30 p.m.

Bitcoin Hits $97,000 Amid Senate Crypto Vote, Iran Developments; Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Fall: Analyst Says BTC's Trend Is 'Upwards'

Bitcoin is consolidating after a strong rally as momentum cools and focus shifts to U.S. regulation, with Bitwise signaling the CLARITY Act could determine whether the market breaks higher or slips back into uncertainty. Bitcoin Holds the High Ground as CLARITY Act Momentum Builds Toward New All-Time Highs At 6:47 p.m. on Jan.

Bitcoin Trades Elevated as CLARITY Act Nears, With Bulls Positioning for Fresh All-Time Highs

Despite the target cut, TD Cowen said Strategy remains an attractive vehicle for investors seeking bitcoin exposure.

TD Cowen cuts Strategy price target to $440, cites lower bitcoin yield outlook

Bitcoin's breakout above $95,000 rejuvenated risk appetite, with one market strategist saying that the crypto rally has legs.

Bitcoin and ether's sharp 'mechanical' breakouts liquidate nearly $700 million short positions

Bitcoin mining stocks like Bitdeer and CleanSpark jumped Wednesday as BTC climbed above $97,000 for the first time since November.

Strategy, BitMine Rise While Bitcoin Miners Surge—As BTC Inches Towards $100K

North America is becoming a less dominant force in the Bitcoin mining industry, ceding newly minted BTC to adversaries like China.

America's Grip on Bitcoin Mining Slips, Despite Trump's Ambitions for Dominance

Bitcoin briefly spiked to $97,500 on Wednesday as improving macro sentiment boosted risk assets, driving a sharp increase in liquidations and renewed ETF demand. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $97,561.89 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,387.58 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $147.07 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.15 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1488 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.058829 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 149,828 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $848.51 million.

Bitcoin Hits $97,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Pop 2%

Bitcoin surged past $97,000 on Jan. 14, driven by the U.S. Supreme Court's deferment of a crucial tariff ruling, record ETF inflows, and mounting macroeconomic friction. Bitcoin Nears $100,000 as Supreme Court Tariff Delay Ignites Rally Bitcoin surged past $97,000 on Jan. 14, catalyzed by a volatile mix of judicial delays and record-breaking institutional investment.

Bitcoin Nears $100,000 as Tariff Limbo and Fed-Trump Clash Ignite ‘Perfect Storm'

On January 12, 2026, MicroStrategy (now operating under the ticker "Strategy") announced its largest acquisition of the year, purchasing 13,627 BTC for approximately $1.25 billion.

MicroStrategy's $1.25B Buy & Florida's Reserve Bill

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

The Daily: Bitcoin taps $97K amid ‘Goldilocks' macro backdrop, Ripple secures preliminary license in EU payments push, and more

Bitcoin Magazine The State of Bitcoin Self-Custody in 2026 W/ Casa CEO Casa, a multisig security provider founded in 2018, positions itself as a "Swiss bank for sovereign individuals," with CEO Nick Neuman emphasizing practical sovereignty for high-value Bitcoin holders amid rising institutional adoption and physical threats. The State of Bitcoin Self-Custody in 2026 W/ Casa CEO Juan Galt.

The State of Bitcoin Self-Custody in 2026 W/ Casa CEO

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Explodes Past $97,000 as Traders Set Sights on $100,000 The bitcoin price surged to an eight-week high this morning, reaching $97,700 at the time of writing. Bitcoin Price Explodes Past $97,000 as Traders Set Sights on $100,000 Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Explodes Past $97,000 as Traders Set Sights on $100,000

Bitcoin Magazine Strategy ($MSTR) Stock Soars 10% Above $189 as Bitcoin Nears $100,000 Strategy (MSTR) stock roared above $189 this morning as renewed bitcoin strength and continued corporate BTC purchases drove demand. Strategy ($MSTR) Stock Soars 10% Above $189 as Bitcoin Nears $100,000 Micah Zimmerman.

Strategy ($MSTR) Stock Soars 10% Above $189 as Bitcoin Nears $100,000

Bitcoin has climbed to an eight-week high near $97,000 as this week's rally continues and speculators eye $100,000 in January.

Bitcoin hits 8-week high above $97,000 as shorts unwind and $100K odds rise

The largest cryptocurrency extended its rally, pushing related equities higher as well.

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