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.

Steak 'n Shake teased a Bitcoin-themed “Milkshake” for the Bitcoin Conference 2026, reinforcing its broader Bitcoin-focused strategy spanning payments, treasury, and payroll.

Steak 'n Shake Teases “Bitcoin Milkshake” for Bitcoin Conference 2026

The $75,000-$76,000 range has proven to be stiff resistance as bitcoin attempts to claw back this year's losses.

Bitcoin slides back below $74,000 as breakout to higher levels fails again

Morgan Stanley's spot bitcoin ETF has attracted over $100 million in inflows within six trading days. The strong debut highlights continued investor demand for low-cost crypto exposure. Key Takeaways: Morgan Stanley's MSBT drew $103 million in 6 days since Aug. 8, showing strong ETF demand. MSBT's 0.

Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF Tops $100 Million in Six Days

U.S. spot Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) ETFs recorded $186.1 million in net inflows on Wednesday as Morgan Stanley's (NYSE:MS) MSBT crossed $103 million while Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) filed for its first Bitcoin ETF. Morgan Stanley Beats WisdomTree In Week One MSBT reached $103 million in total inflows just six trading days after launch, surpassing WisdomTree's BTCW (BATS:BTCW) cumulative total of $86 million.

Bitcoin ETFs Surge As Morgan Stanley Crosses $100M And Goldman Sachs Joins The Race

Charles Schwab has unveiled additional details about its plan to launch spot bitcoin trading through its new platform, Schwab Crypto™.

Charles Schwab to Launch Spot Bitcoin Trading for Retail Clients

Ethereum

The new platform, called Schwab Crypto, will roll out over the coming weeks and will only support bitcoin and ethereum at first.

Charles Schwab begins rollout of spot bitcoin, ethereum trading platform

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) reclaimed $75,000 this week, erasing all losses since the Iran war began — and according to Anthony Pompliano, that price action just proved something historic. In a wide-ranging conversation with his son John on The Pomp Podcast, Pompliano argued that Bitcoin has officially “transcended” its identity as a risk-on tech proxy, decoupled from equities, and is now trading as a neutral, non-sovereign store of value in a world at war.

Bitcoin's War Performance Makes It A True Store Of Value, Anthony Pompliano Says

A new zero-knowledge-powered system enables shielded bitcoin transactions, reflecting a broader push across crypto to address the “privacy gap” keeping institutions off public blockchains.

VerifiedX brings privacy layer to Bitcoin as institutional demand for confidentiality grows

Charles Schwab is rolling out crypto trading, allowing clients to buy bitcoin and ether through a new arm called Schwab Crypto, the company said Thursday.

Charles Schwab to launch direct bitcoin, ethereum trading to compete with Robinhood

Former Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen has warned U.S. president Donald Trump could be pushing the U.S.

Former Fed Chair Issues Shock ‘Hyperinflation' U.S. Dollar Warning—Fueling Huge Bitcoin Price Predictions

U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs added $186 million in their second straight day of positive flows, as Morgan Stanley's MSBT topped WisdomTree's fund.

Bitcoin ETFs add $186M as Morgan Stanley's MSBT inflows top $100M in first six trading days

Bitcoin's climb toward $75,000 is meeting rising sell pressure despite steady institutional demand. Whale accumulation and shrinking exchange reserves are tightening supply dynamics. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin tests $75,000 with $200 million to $450 million daily ETF inflows, but rising sell pressure attempts to cap gains.

Bitcoin Tests $75,000 as Whales Accumulate 270,000 BTC

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) sits in a “no-trade zone” according to BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes, who outlines three scenarios that could force the cryptocurrency out of its current range as AI-driven deflation collides with Iran war dynamics. The No-Trade Call Maelstrom did minimal trading in the first quarter apart from slowly increasing its long position in Hyperliquid, Hayes said.

Arthur Hayes Says BTC Is In A 'No-Trade Zone,' But Watch These 3 Scenarios

BIP-361 would freeze the Bitcoin most at risk of seizure from quantum exploits. But will the community go for it?

Morning Minute: Bitcoin Devs Propose New Quantum Solution

On-chain data show increased selling pressure, with Bitcoin exchange inflows and large-holder deposits spiking to multi-month highs.

Exchange Inflows Spike as Bitcoin Faces $76K Headwinds

Dogecoin

Bitcoin remains steady near $74,000 as Bitcoin ETFs saw $186 million in net inflows on Wednesday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $67.9 million in net inflows. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $74,371.24 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,332.27 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $85.14 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $1.41 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.09545 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.056032 Meme coin market capitalization is up 3.4% over the past 24 hours at $36.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Hold Firm As ETF Inflows Lift Market Sentiment For XRP, Dogecoin

Plasma

Among them is XRP (XRP), the payments-focused token used by fintech firm Ripple to facilitate cross-border transactions. U.S.-listed spot XRP ETFs drew more than $17 million in inflows on Wednesday, the most since Feb. 2, according to data source SoSoValue.

Keep an eye on XRP, Plasma, DOGE as bitcoin drifts

Despite a surge in short positioning, bitcoin has climbed toward $75,000, with past episodes of negative funding rates often aligning with local market bottoms.

Bitcoin funding rates hit most negative since 2023, history suggests bottom is in

Bitcoin is hovering near $75,000 as steady institutional demand meets a wall of supply, while the options market is biased toward downside hedges.

Bitcoin holds near $75,000 as short-term holders look for profit opportunities

The Blockstream CEO's approach contrasts with BIP-361, a proposal that would implement mandatory freezes of quantum-vulnerable Bitcoin.

Adam Back Pushes for Optional Upgrades to Quantum-Proof Bitcoin

The Cato Institute says U.S. bitcoin tax rules are overly complex and discourage everyday use despite growing crypto adoption.

‘Bitcoin taxes make no sense': Washington think tank argues US rules hinder everyday payments

HIVE Digital plans a $75 million zero-coupon note offering to fund GPUs and data centers as it moves to the TSX.

Bitcoin miner HIVE lines up $75 million note offering to fund AI infrastructure expansion

Morgan Stanley's new MSBT fund has quickly attracted over $100 million by offering the market's lowest fees, sparking a fresh wave of competition from rivals like Goldman Sachs.

The cheapest bitcoin ETF yet: Morgan Stanley uses 0.14% fee to draw $100 million in first week

A libertarian think tank argues that treating bitcoin as a capital asset for tax purposes makes everyday payments impractical due to the complex reporting requirements.

Buying coffee with bitcoin is easy, the resulting tax burden is not

Macro-driven ETF inflows have lifted prices, but CryptoQuant data signals large holders are positioning to sell near a key breakeven zone

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