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.

BIP-361 proposes migrating Bitcoin away from legacy cryptographic signatures to quantum-resistant alternatives through a phased deadline that could eventually make unmigrated coins permanently unspendable.

Bitcoin Developers Propose Bitcoin Quantum Migration Plan That Would Freeze Legacy Coins

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has outperformed gold since the start of the Iran war but remains down against gold over the past year. Despite this divergence, some analysts argue the steep correction may represent a long-term buying opportunity.

Bitcoin's Underperformance Against Gold May Be A 'Buy The Dip' Case, Analyst Says

Lopp says dormant coins could pose systemic risk if quantum computing gives attackers the ability to grab them, intensifying the growing “freeze or not freeze” debate.

Bitcoin developer Jameson Lopp says it's better to freeze 5.6 million BTC than let hackers have them

The proposal would phase out Bitcoin's original security methods and freeze coins that don't move in time.

New Bitcoin Proposal Would Freeze Coins to Counter Quantum Threat

A draft proposal circulating among Bitcoin developers would give holders roughly five years to move their coins to quantum-resistant addresses or watch them become permanently unspendable on the network. Key Takeaways: BIP-361, co-authored by Casa CTO Jameson Lopp, proposes freezing Bitcoin in legacy addresses within 5 years of activation.

Bitcoin Developers Propose Freezing Coins That Skip Quantum-Safe Migration Under BIP-361

The IMF warns that global public debt could reach about 100% of world GDP by 2029, a scenario where Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could stand out as investors seek alternatives outside traditional finance. The 100% Debt Trap Global public debt approaching 100% of GDP means that every dollar, yuan, pound, euro, yen, and rupee earned in a year will be used to pay off government debt.

Bitcoin Faces '100% Debt Trap' Tailwind As IMF Warns Of Global Debt Surge

Pakistan has lifted its 2018 crypto banking ban, allowing licensed firms access to banking services under strict regulation while still prohibiting banks from directly holding or trading digital assets.

Pakistan Ends Bitcoin and Crypto Banking Ban, Opens Financial System to Licensed Firms

Bhutan moved 250 BTC on April 13, extending 2026 outflows to $240 million as holdings fell 73% from an October 2024 peak.

Bhutan moves 250 BTC as 2026 outflows top $240 million: Arkham data

A new Bitcoin proposal outlines a phased plan to restrict and eventually render quantum-vulnerable funds unspendable.

Bitcoin researchers propose phased sunset of legacy signatures to address quantum risks

Bitcoin's 12% gain since the Iran war began isn't a risk-on trade. It's the market repricing bitcoin's role as a neutral settlement layer, Bitwise's CIO argues.

Beyond ‘digital gold,' Iran conflict forces a rethink of the nature of bitcoin

Ethereum

USDC

Rootstocklabs has launched Atlas, a single interface for moving bitcoin and other assets into Rootstock, the Bitcoin layer two ( L2) network that has operated since 2018. Key Takeaways: Rootstocklabs launched Atlas on April 15, 2026, consolidating BTC bridging into one interface for all users. BTCFi is a $4.

Atlas Goes Live on Rootstock With Support for BTC, ETH, USDC, and More

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is up 12% since the Iran war began, outperforming gold by 22 percentage points as the cryptocurrency emerges as an apolitical alternative to weaponized financial rails, according to Bitwise's Matt Hougan. The Surprising Performance Bitcoin has performed well since the start of the Iran conflict on February 28, catching many off guard.

Why Bitcoin Has Outperformed Gold By 22 Percentage Points During The Iran Conflict

Investors who thrive on bitcoin's BTC$74,015.91 wild price swings may be in for disappointment. Major banks are preparing to introduce new products that could dampen volatility in a market that has already become significantly calmer in recent years.

Income ETFs could be bitcoin's volatility kill switch

The bitcoin 30-day average funding rate has been negative for 46 consecutive days, matching the duration of the 2022 bear market bottom.

Bitcoin breakout odds rise as negative funding streak mirrors past bottoming regimes, K33 says

Bitcoin is struggling to break and hold above the key $75,000 resistance level while ether, solana decline.

Bitcoin pulls back as $75,000 remains 'both the milestone and the ceiling'

Dogecoin

Bitcoin is holding $74,000 while other altcoins pull back as traders turn cautious ahead of a key U.S. regulatory event tied to the Clarity Act; liquidations stand at $424.51 million over the past 24 hours. Bitcoin ETFs saw $411.5 million in net inflows on Tuesday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $53 million in net inflows.

Bitcoin Holds $74,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Pull Back Ahead Of Regulatory 'Decision Time'

Analysts cited easing geopolitical tensions and improving liquidity as driving Bitcoin's uptick, but warned of a “weak and unstable” market.

Bitcoin ETFs Draw $411M After BTC Hits $75K, But Analysts Urge Caution

The IMF warns that global public debt could reach about 100% of world GDP by 2029.

The 100% debt trap: Why the IMF's latest warning is a massive long-term signal for bitcoin

A widely followed crypto analyst says that Bitcoin (BTC) could be printing a massive bullish reversal pattern. The pseudonymous trader Cheds tells his 372,300 followers on X that Bitcoin may be forming a rare head-and-shoulders pattern that marks the end of a correction. “BTC bullish hopium – compound fulcrum bottom forming on daily.

Crypto Analyst Says Bitcoin Flashing Bullish Reversal Setup, Outlines Key Level for BTC Breakout

Arkham data shows 572 BTC moved from Gemini's hot wallet to Winklevoss custody addresses in two transactions in 17 hours, reversing part of last month's $128.5 million deposit.

Winklevoss Capital moves $43 million in bitcoin to custody after hitting lowest balance since 2012

US financial giant Goldman Sachs is looking to launch a unique Bitcoin ETF. Goldman Sachs ETF Trust has filed for SEC approval of the Goldman Sachs Bitcoin Premium Income ETF. The fund is designed to deliver steady income to investors while reducing upside exposure to Bitcoin's price.

Goldman Sachs Files for Unique Bitcoin ETF Offering Yield to Investors

Venture capitalist Tim Draper predicted on Tuesday that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) will reach $250,000 in 18 months, and potentially higher, owing to inflationary pressures on the dollar. Draper Remains Bullish Draper recalled his accurate 2014 prediction on Fox Business that Bitcoin would hit $10,000 in three years.

Tim Draper Accurately Predicted Bitcoin At $10,000 — Now He Has 'Reason To Believe' It Will Go To $250,000 In 18 Months

A proposal has been updated on Bitcoin's official repository, calling for freezing of quantum-vulnerable coins.

Bitcoin developers are trying to build quantum defenses. Your coins could pay the price.

The ETH/BTC ratio hit its highest since January as Ethereum's network added 284,000 new users in Q1 and stablecoin supply reached a record $180 billion.

Ether-bitcoin ratio bounces from 2026 lows, signaling broader crypto recovery

Tron

Tron (CRYPTO: TRX) blockchain has launched a post-quantum upgrade initiative, founder Justin Sun announced on Tuesday. Quantum Security Should Be A Feature, Says Sun In an X post, Sun said that Tron will be the “first major public blockchain” to deploy post-quantum cryptographic signatures standardized by the National Institute of Standards and Technology—a federal agency under the Department of Commerce.

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