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.

Following the proposal from Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, bitcoin experienced a volatile session, briefly surging to nearly $79,500 before retreating to $77,500 early Monday. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $79,490 on April 27 before a sharp retreat following news of a proposed U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Market volatility exceeding 2.63% saw Coinglass report $56.

Bitcoin Erases $30 Billion in Value After Early Monday Price Rejection

Influential Wall Street investor Jordi Visser urged investors on Saturday to assess their outlook on the fiat system and adjust portfolios accordingly, favoring assets like Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). Pace Of Innovation Increasing, Says Visser During an interview with entrepreneur and investor Anthony Pompliano, Visser stated that the pace of innovation is accelerating, with each year equating to a decade of progress.

Wall Street Veteran Jordi Visser Says World Could See Two Centuries Of Innovation In 20 Years And That's Why You Should Hold This Much Bitcoin

SEC Chair Paul Atkins is set to deliver a fireside chat at the Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas on Monday, marking the first time a sitting U.S. securities regulator has spoken at the annual event.

SEC Chair Paul Atkins Makes History as First Sitting Commissioner to Address the Bitcoin Conference

Paul Sztorc proposes a 2026 hard fork of Bitcoin called eCash, giving BTC holders equivalent tokens and adding Drivechains.

A long-time developer wants to split Bitcoin blockchain and reassign Satoshi coins. The community is calling it a theft

BTC crossed $79,000 on Monday as the Bitcoin 2026 conference opened its doors at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, extending a four-week rally underpinned by record ETF inflows, easing geopolitical tensions, and fresh regulatory clarity from U.S. authorities.

BTC Touches $79,000 on Day One of the Bitcoin 2026 Conference in Las Vegas

Bitcoin tagged a 12-week high of $79,399 overnight before sellers stepped in Asian morning hours on Monday, dousing a rally that setup the asset for a run to $80,000 for the first time since January.

Bitcoin pulls back from 12-week high as Iran rally hits seller wall at $79,400

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index rose to 47, returning to the 'Neutral' zone from around 12 in 'Extreme Fear' last month.

Bitcoin climbs above $79,000, Asian equities rise amid ‘subdued' geopolitical tensions

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Leading cryptocurrencies lifted while stock futures ticked lower on Sunday, amid uncertainty from stalled Iran peace talks.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Rally Despite Stalled Iran Peace Talks: Analyst Says BTC Breaking Past This Barrier Will Open The Gates To $86,000

This week was a whirlwind of activity in the crypto world. From Blockchain Capital setting its sights on a hefty $700 million despite a struggling crypto market, to Senator Bernie Sanders blasting the Trump family's crypto dealings, the news was buzzing.

Weekend Round-Up: Blockchain Capital's $700 Million Target, Sanders' Crypto Critique And Bitcoin's Future

The bitcoin mining and digital infrastructure sector has had a split personality through the first four months of 2026. Bitcoin itself opened the year around $88,700 and has spent most of its time grinding lower, sitting around $76,000 to $78,000 as April comes to a close, a loss of roughly 12% since January 1.

Miners Beat Bitcoin by 70% in 2026 as Terawulf Locks $12.8B in AI Contracts

Long bias from the largest perpetual traders on Hyperliquid has built steadily through February, March and April, with the position now leaning aggressively long as bitcoin tags $80,000 and US-Iran talks resume.

Bitcoin whales build long positions as funding stays deeply negative

Strategy's bitcoin positioning drew renewed attention as Michael Saylor revived his orange-dot chart. The update followed last week's major BTC purchase and sharpened focus on Strategy's accumulation pattern. Key Takeaways: Strategy drew fresh market attention after Michael Saylor posted another orange-dot bitcoin chart. The update followed Strategy's major bitcoin purchase from the prior week.

The Beat Goes On: Saylor's New Bitcoin Chart Sharpens Accumulation Watch After Major BTC Buy

Maximalists warn freezing 5.6M BTC risks instant sell-offs, while others say quantum threats leave no alternative.

Freezing 5.6 million dormant bitcoin could trigger ‘worst' single-day repricing

Bitcoin is hovering near the upper end of its 24-hour range, but the charts are not handing out free confidence. At $77,989, bitcoin looks constructive, though short-term momentum is starting to act like it needs a coffee. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin holds $77,989 on April 26, 2026, consolidating near $78K with neutral signals.

Bitcoin Stumbles at $78,500 as Hourly Momentum Stalls

Bitcoin attempted a bullish trend reversal, with a final push on the CLARITY Act and multi-billion dollar ETF inflows driving BTC price close to $80,000.

Macro News: BlackRock, Strategy Back Bitcoin Strength as Crypto Flows Track CLARITY Act News

Bitcoin traders and crypto market watchers are scrambling to get ahead of incoming Fed chair Kevin Warsh's confirmation hearing

‘The New Gold'—Sudden Fed Update Leaves Bitcoin Braced For A Huge Price Game-Changer

Top US Navy Admiral calls bitcoin a tool of "power projection" as the US, China, Iran, and Russia are all leveraging bitcoin to advance their own strategic interests.

Top Admiral Calls Bitcoin A Tool Of ‘Power Projection' Amid US-China Clash

The two companies would agree to merge, with CS Digital receiving $55 million in an all-share transaction, to combine Olenox's energy expertise with CS Digital's expertise in bitcoin mining. The combined company would seek to develop off-grid mining and AI data center initiatives close to generation sites.

Olenox Announces Merge With CS Digital to Develop Low Cost, Off-Grid Bitcoin Mining Opportunities

SEC Chair Atkins's Project Crypto innovation exemption lands days before Bitcoin 2026. Bitcoin bulls are watching for the move past $80,000.

'Project Crypto'—Why Atkins Could Suddenly Push Bitcoin Past $80K

Bitcoin's safe-haven properties remain under market pressure as Willy Woo says major capital pools still treat it as untested. That perception keeps bitcoin tied to risk assets during global uncertainty. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin still trades like a risk asset during uncertainty, says Willy Woo. NASDAQ correlation keeps bitcoin tied to macro stress, limiting safe-haven behavior.

Why Bitcoin Trades Like Risk Asset Despite Safe Haven Properties, Willy Woo Explains

Morgan Stanley Investment Management launched a stablecoin reserve fund to meet rising institutional demand for compliant digital asset infrastructure. The move deepens its push into tokenization and crypto-linked products as market participation expands. Key Takeaways: Morgan Stanley introduced a fund to support stablecoin issuers needing compliant, liquid reserve investment solutions.

Morgan Stanley Adds Stablecoin Fund After Bitcoin ETF Launch

Tokyo-listed Metaplanet Inc. issued its 20th series of zero-interest bonds on April 24, 2026, raising ¥8 billion (approximately $50 million) earmarked entirely for bitcoin purchases. Key Takeaways: Metaplanet issued its 20th zero-coupon bond series on April 24, 2026, raising $50M to buy bitcoin.

Metaplanet Raises $50M via Zero-Interest Bonds to Expand its 40,177 BTC Treasury

A domain registered on July 20, 2008 — e-cash.org — is drawing renewed attention from Bitcoin historians and researchers who believe Satoshi Nakamoto registered it weeks before creating bitcoin.org. Key Takeaways: Historians like Gwern Branwen link e-cash.org, registered July 20, 2008, to Satoshi Nakamoto based on timing with bitcoin.org.

The Domain Satoshi May Have Dropped: E-cash.org Predates Bitcoin.org by 29 days

IBIT options open interest topped Deribit on Friday, signaling rapid institutional adoption of regulated crypto derivatives in the U.S.

BlackRock's bitcoin ETF just hit a massive milestone that proves crypto is now a mainstream bet

Bitcoin extended its inflow streak to nine days with a modest $14 million inflow, as ether returned to gains. XRP added to its steady rise, and solana slipped into outflows. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin ETFs added $14 million, with Blackrock IBIT's $22.9 million inflow offsetting ARKB outflows.

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