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.

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Leading cryptocurrencies weakened, while stocks rallied sharply on Wednesday, as the Trump administration reportedly moves closer to a military conflict with Iran. Cryptocurrency 24-Hour Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 8:25 p.m.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Flat, While XRP, Dogecoin Dive Amid US-Iran Tensions: Analyst Compares Current Downturn To 2022, Forecasts BTC At $51,000

Bitcoin hovers near a pivotal $60,000 level as Arthur Hayes outlines two stark paths: a completed correction before renewed upside, or a deeper slide if equities unravel and liquidity tightens further. Arthur Hayes Maps 2 Bitcoin Paths: Sub-$60K Breakdown or Fed-Fueled Surge Past $126K Market volatility is reshaping bitcoin forecasts as macroeconomic risks evolve.

Where Is Bitcoin Headed? Arthur Hayes Predicts $60K Breakdown or $126K Surge

David Solomon says he owns “very little” bitcoin, a candid admission that places the Goldman Sachs chief personally inside the asset class he once treated with caution. Goldman Sachs Boss Discloses Owning ‘Very Little' Bitcoin at the World Liberty Forum in Florida Solomon disclosed his holdings Feb.

Goldman Sachs Chief David Solomon Calls Himself ‘Observer' as He Reveals Small BTC Investment

Crypto influencer Ran Neuner said Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) failed its defining test as a store of value, questioning the entire thesis for the first time in 12 years after capital fled to gold instead of BTC during recent market stress. The Store Of Value Failure Neuner argued Bitcoin evolved from “peer-to-peer cash” into “digital gold” as the community fought for ETF approval and institutional access.

'Bitcoin Has Failed'—Crypto Influencer Questions Entire BTC Thesis After 12 Years

An activist investor said Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms needs a "renewed sense of urgency" in order to capitalize on the major AI opportunity.

Bitcoin Miner Riot Must Embrace $21 Billion AI Opportunity, Says Activist Investor

Abu Dhabi-backed funds held over $1 billion in Blackrock's spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) at year-end 2025, increasing positions in Q4. However, bitcoin's decline has reduced the current value of those holdings to roughly $803 million. Sovereign Wealth Doubles Down on Spot Bitcoin ETF Abu Dhabi's sovereign capital is leaning further into bitcoin exposure.

Abu Dhabi Funds Top $1 Billion in Blackrock's Bitcoin ETF

Bitcoin is now on track for its fifth consecutive weekly decline, and losing this level could open the floor for a fresh leg lower.

Bitcoin sinks to $66,000, U.S. stocks lose steam as Fed minutes mention possible rate hike

Bitcoin traded flat near $66,000 on Feb. 18, showing little momentum despite sharp intraday swings. The day's debate centered on comments from Cryptoquant's CEO, Ki Young Ju, who questioned whether dormant coins — including Satoshi Nakamoto's 1.1 million bitcoins — should ever be frozen at the protocol level.

Bitcoin Stagnates as ‘Satoshi Freeze' Debate Collides With Middle East War Drums

Bitcoin fell to $66,000 on renewed macro-driven selling, while major altcoins remain pinned below critical resistance.

Bitcoin Slips To $66,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Stall Below Key Levels

Eric Trump says bitcoin will reach $1 million per coin, telling CNBC on Feb. 18 that he has “never been more bullish” on the leading cryptocurrency despite the recent market pullback. Eric Trump Touts Stablecoins, Reaffirms Bitcoin Price Outlook Appearing alongside Donald Trump Jr.

‘I've Never Been More Bullish' — Eric Trump Reaffirms $1M Bitcoin Prediction

Despite Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) pulling back around 28% over the past month, Eric Trump says he remains highly optimistic on the crypto king. ‘No Asset Class Has Performed Better' Eric Trump told CNBC on Wednesday he is "extremely bullish" on Bitcoin and the broader crypto market.

Eric Trump Says He's 'Never Been More Bullish On Bitcoin,' Reiterates $1 Million Target

Bitcoin Magazine FutureBit launches Apollo III, U.S.-Engineered Home Bitcoin Miner FutureBit launched the Apollo III today, a new home Bitcoin mining system combining a high-performance miner and a full Bitcoin node in a single desktop device. FutureBit launches Apollo III, U.S.-Engineered Home Bitcoin Miner Micah Zimmerman.

FutureBit launches Apollo III, U.S.-Engineered Home Bitcoin Miner

Bitcoin Magazine Trump Sons Tout a $1 Million Bitcoin Price as Goldman CEO Says He Owns BTC Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. predicted Bitcoin could reach $1 million as Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon revealed a small personal BTC stake. Trump Sons Tout a $1 Million Bitcoin Price as Goldman CEO Says He Owns BTC Micah Zimmerman.

Trump Sons Tout a $1 Million Bitcoin Price as Goldman CEO Says He Owns BTC

This is the first time Solomon has said he owns the cryptocurrency, something he previusly said could be "a store of value case."

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon reveals he owns ‘very little' amount of bitcoin

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded a sharp $105 million outflow on Tuesday, dragged lower by heavy redemptions from Blackrock's IBIT. Meanwhile, ether and solana funds attracted fresh capital, while XRP ETFs saw no trading activity. Bitcoin Funds Slide While Ether and Solana See Fresh Inflows A split screen defined Tuesday, Feb.

Mixed Start for ETFs as Ether Gains $49 Million While Bitcoin Sheds $105 Million

Analyst Willy Woo believes gold will likely continue to outperform Bitcoin (BTC) for years to come. Woo tells his 1.2 million followers on X that BTC's 12-year uptrend against the precious metal has been broken. He believes it's due to concerns that quantum computers could eventually break BTC's cryptographic security. “12-year trend broken.

Gold Will Likely Outperform Bitcoin for Years As ‘Quantum Cloud' Hangs Over BTC's Head: Analyst Willy Woo

According to Bitwise Invest advisor Jeff Park, China may be seeing "capital flight" into crypto. Is Chinese Capital Entering Quietly?

Who Says Chinese Investors Can't Own Bitcoin? Mystery Firm Pours $436 Million Into BlackRock's ETF

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Bitcoin Magazine Miles Suter: Cash App Now Offers Best Bitcoin Pricing, Higher Withdrawals for Users In an exclusive interview, Cash App aims to make Bitcoin foundational with improved limits, lower costs, and future Lightning payments, as shared by Miles Suter. Miles Suter: Cash App Now Offers Best Bitcoin Pricing, Higher Withdrawals for Users Juan Galt.

Miles Suter: Cash App Now Offers Best Bitcoin Pricing, Higher Withdrawals for Users

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon backed Treasury Secretary Bessent, who recently had harsh words for companies like Coinbase that said no crypto legislation is better “than a bad bill.”

Goldman Sachs CEO Owns 'Very Little' Bitcoin, Backs Bessent on Clarity Act

The activist investor said Riot's 1.7 GW power capacity can drive premium AI hosting deals at Texas sites.

Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms stock jumps nearly 9% as Starboard urges AI data center expansion

The filing provides little detail on the firm or its funding source, leaving the identity of the ultimate investors behind the IBIT position unclear.

Mystery Hong Kong firm emerges as largest new IBIT holder after building $436 million stake in late 2025

Coinbase, Circle, Galaxy, IREN and Riot led the early morning rebound among crypto-related stocks as the battered software sector found some relief.

Bitcoin volatile, but flat, while crypto stocks bounce amid cooling AI fears

“I'm an observer of bitcoin,” Solomon said at the World Liberty Forum on Wednesday, saying he's still trying to understand how it moves.

Goldman Sachs' David Solomon says he owns 'very little' bitcoin but watching it closely

Steak 'n Shake says same-store sales have climbed sharply since it began accepting bitcoin nine months ago. The company now holds about 161 BTC in a corporate reserve and is using part of it to fund employee bonuses.

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