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.

Short-term holder profit-taking is offsetting fresh demand from ETFs and Strategy, pointing to consolidation below $80,000, Bitfinex analysts said.

Bitcoin pulls back to $76,600 as rising oil price and Iran risks stall the rally

Aven's new bitcoin credit card will offer fixed-rate, fixed-term loans of up to 10 years at a 7.99% APR as well as unlimited 2% cash back.

Aven bitcoin Visa card will offer BTC-backed line of credit of up to $1 million

Low trading volume and a lack of conviction from big-money bettors could leave the bitcoin rally on shaky ground, said 10x Research head Markus Thielen.

Bitcoin is climbing on thin volume, leaving rally vulnerable to macro shock

Block (NYSE: XYZ) unveiled a suite of bitcoin-focused products spanning custody, payments, and infrastructure.

Block Revamps Bitcoin Ecosystem With Bitkey Wallet, Cash App Features, and Proof of Reserves

Despite muted prices to start the second quarter, the report said improving onchain metrics and network activity point to a market finding its footing.

Fidelity Digital Assets says bitcoin is leading crypto market stabilization

DDC is investing in an "AI-driven operating system" to help guide its bitcoin purchases as it aims to reach 5,000 BTC by year-end 2026.

‘Clear runway' to 5,000 BTC: Benchmark initiates Asian food platform DDC, sees 70% upside

Bitcoin led the week with $824 million in inflows, while ether maintained positive momentum despite a brief interruption. XRP and solana ETFs were not left, as they posted decent gains for the week. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin ETFs pulled $824 million for the week, led by Blackrock IBIT's $732 million dominance.

Bitcoin ETFs Draw $824M as Blackrock's IBIT Dominates Weekly Crypto Fund Inflows

Research firm 10x says the negative funding rates reflect structural hedging by institutions, not a broad bearish play.

As the bitcoin price rises, futures may look bearish, but they're not, analyst says

Strive boosted its Bitcoin treasury with a fresh purchase of 789 BTC, valued at roughly $61.43 million.

Strive Expands Bitcoin Treasury With $61.4 Million Purchase, Holdings Reach 14,557 BTC

The Bitcoin-buying firm leaned on common shares to grow its holdings after STRC powered its largest purchase in 16 months.

Bitcoin Giant Strategy's Buying Pace Falls 91% Amid STRC Cooldown

Strategy said it bought 3,273 BTC for $255 million last week, bringing total holdings to 818,334 BTC worth about $63.7 billion.

Strategy (MSTR) Expands Bitcoin Holdings by $255 Million as Treasury Yield Surges to 9.6%

Strategy, the largest corporate holder of bitcoin in the world, now holds 818,334 BTC, which it said it purchased for nearly $62 billion at an average price of roughly $75,537 per token.

Michael Saylor's Strategy buys 3,273 bitcoin as it inches closer to its 1 million target

Strive also recently tightened its preferred stock's trading range while boosting its monthly dividend yield to 12.75%.

Strive acquires 789 BTC, bumping ninth-largest corporate bitcoin treasury over 14,000 BTC

Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) acquired 3,273 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) for approximately $255 million at an average price of $77,906 per coin during the week ended April 24. The ATM Funding Shift An SEC filing shows that Strategy funded the purchases entirely through the sale of common shares via its at-the-market equity offering program.

Strategy Buys 3,273 Bitcoin For $255 Million: MSTR Targets $205

Satori Coin is launching in the U.S. with physical Bitcoin collectibles that embed private keys in tamper-evident coins.

Satori Coin Enters U.S. Market With Physical Bitcoin Collectibles

TD Cowen said The Smarter Web Company has strengthened its position as the only UK-listed bitcoin treasury vehicle at scale.

TD Cowen reiterates buy rating on Smarter Web Company, says it remains UK's only scaled bitcoin treasury vehicle

The nine-day inflow streak saw spot Bitcoin ETFs draw in $2.1 billion, but experts warn of “net negative” on-chain demand.

Bitcoin ETFs Extend Longest Win Streak Since September, But Spot Demand Lags

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) hit a 12-week high of $79,488 on Monday morning as Iran offered a new proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, extending April's rally to 16%. The Iran Deal Catalyst The rally marked the highest level since January 31 and the first monthly double-digit gain since May 2025.

Bitcoin Taps $79,000 As April Rally Extends To 16%: Why Is BTC Going Up?

Strategy, the Virginia-based business intelligence firm led by executive chairman Michael Saylor, acquired 3,273 bitcoin for approximately $255 million on April 27, 2026, bringing the company's total reserves to 818,334 BTC. Key Takeaways: Strategy acquired 3,273 BTC for $255 million on April 27, pushing total holdings to 818,334 BTC.

Strategy Buys 3,273 Bitcoin for $255M, Total Holdings Hit 818,334 BTC

Total assets under management across crypto funds rose to $155 billion, the highest level since February 1, though still well below the $263 billion peak from October 2025.

Bitcoin funds take in $933 million as crypto ETFs hit highest AUM since February

Strategy's holdings account for 3.9% of the total 21 million bitcoin supply — worth around $63.7 billion.

‘The beat goes on': Michael Saylor's Strategy adds 3,273 bitcoin for $255 million as holdings reach 818,334 BTC

Bitcoin BTC$77,785.28 is doing that familiar dance just below a big round number, $80,000, stalled by sellers even as fresh stablecoin liquidity, ETF demand and a risk-on equity market suggest the breakout may be delayed rather than denied.

Bitcoin hits wall at $80,000, one analyst says the pullback is temporary

Ethereum

Notorious crypto trader Machi Big Brother has opened a combined $86 million long position across bitcoin and ethereum, holding $44.2 million in BTC and $41.8 million in ETH. Key Takeaways: Machi Big Brother holds $44.2 million BTC and $41.8 million ETH onchain, per Arkham Intelligence data. Machi has lost $73.

Machi Big Brother Opens $86 Million Bitcoin and Ethereum Long After Losing $73 Million Over Six Months

BTC fails at $80,000 and drops 2% as rising oil prices weigh on sentiment with altcoins leading losses across a volatile session.

Bitcoin reverses from $79,500 as oil surge triggers broader crypto selloff

Improving institutional demand spurred by bitcoin's multi-week high pushed $1.2 billion in weekly flows to crypto funds.

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