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.

Bitcoin's latest correction has brought a $74,500 historical reference into focus, a new analysis suggests. The comparison examines setbacks during broader advances as the contributor outlines two buying levels if selling continues.

Bitcoin Drawdown Analysis Maps a $74,500 Level if Losses Deepen

Bitcoin could grow into a $30 trillion asset by following gold's expansion, Bitwise's investment chief suggests. He points to expanding institutional access while warning that investor behavior could determine who benefits from long-term gains.

Bitcoin Could Reach $30 Trillion Like Gold, Bitwise CIO Says

This week's stories spanned corporate adoption, government crypto flows, security risks and macro concerns. Robinhood added $25 million in bitcoin to its balance sheet, while U.S. government-linked wallets moved nearly $1.9 billion in crypto.

Robinhood Adds BTC To Balance Sheet, ‘Bunker Mode' Kicks Off, And More – Weekly Recap

One year after more than $19 billion in leveraged crypto bets were wiped out in a single night, bitcoin sits about 34% below the record it set four days before the crash. The Night That Broke the Market On Oct.

Bitcoin Price Never Recovered From the $19B Crash That Hit a Year Ago

Judy Shelton, whose 2019 Fed nomination the Senate blocked, has joined Treasury as an adviser—and traders are asking if it matters for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and XRP (CRYPTO: XRP). What Shelton's New Role Actually Covers Treasury announced Friday, according to CNBC, that Shelton will advise Bessent on currency policy, “with a particular focus on evaluating financial conditions in China.

Trump's Rejected Fed Pick Joins Treasury: Can Bitcoin and XRP Benefit?

The Bermuda-based insurer, which runs entirely on Bitcoin, drew the funding from existing backers led by Bain Capital Crypto after a record year driven by demand from wealthy families in Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

This Sam Altman-Backed Life Insurer Runs Entirely on Bitcoin, and Just Raised $37.5 Million

Bitcoin's options market is sending a curious message. With bitcoin trading above $82,000, calls account for 60.24% of outstanding options interest, while a massive 25,030.6 BTC position sits at Deribit's $95,000 strike for Oct. 30. Meanwhile, futures open interest stands at $51.7 billion, and options max pain levels point toward considerably lower prices.

Bitcoin Traders Stack $4.5 Billion in Calls as $95K Bets Take Shape

Canary Capital CEO Steven McClurg sees an opportunity in Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) and other alternative assets even as he warns that 10-year U.S. Treasury yields could reach 8% within four years. His argument: rising borrowing costs could pressure debt-dependent companies and long-duration bonds, encouraging investors to seek alternatives — including cryptocurrency.

EXCLUSIVE: Treasury Yields at 8%? This CEO Sees a Big Bitcoin ETF Opportunity

Bitcoin ETFs returned to positive territory on Friday with a modest $21.13 million inflow, offering some relief after two heavy days of redemptions. Ether funds remained under pressure, while NEAR kept attracting fresh capital.

Bitcoin Price Holds $82K as Blackrock Leads ETF Rebound

Strive CEO Matt Cole predicts Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could reach $500,000 by 2030 as mounting U.S. debt, treasury bond market intervention and a weakening dollar create conditions for a historic bull market. Will Weak Dollar Fuel BTC's Biggest Bull Run?

Will Bitcoin Hit $500,000 by 2030? Strive CEO Matt Cole Says Maybe

Bitcoin's price traded at $82,816 on Saturday, Oct. 10, as the market continued consolidating following its retreat from the $87,000 region. While the hourly chart shows signs of recovery, the four-hour and daily charts remain range-bound, with bulls defending support near $82,200.

Bitcoin Price Clings to $82,800 as the Next Breakout Remains Elusive

Ethereum

Bitcoin and ether order books are deeper than before the crash, while altcoin liquidity keeps eroding and spot trading remains well below its October 2025 peak.

One year after 10/10, bitcoin and ether liquidity have rebuilt, but other altcoins still face risks

One year after a flash crash wiped out billions in leveraged crypto bets, traders have better tools to spot risks. But the forces behind the selloff remain.

Bitcoin's $19 billion wake-up call: One-year later, has crypto learned anything?

Strive's SATA preferred stock generated an estimated $55 million this week, enough to buy about 638 BTC, even though the shares spent three of five trading days below the price at which new issuance stops.

Strive Is Running Saylor's Playbook and Has Raised Enough for 638 Bitcoin

A Hyperliquid trader is sitting on a $32.36 million bitcoin short exactly one year after the 10/10 crash that erased over $19.1 billion in leveraged bets. The Nitty Gritty Of The Matter The position surfaced earlier today, with the account holding $7.

Does This $32M Whale Know Where Bitcoin's Price Goes After $82.5K

CoinDesk analysis finds 10 unusually large trading days in 2026, raising questions about how investors measure risk in an increasingly institutional crypto market.

Bitcoin's volatility has plunged, but extreme price swings are more frequent than in 2018

The Bermuda-regulated startup, whose backers include Bain Capital Crypto and Sam Altman, has now raised more than $180 million.

Bitcoin Life Insurer Meanwhile Raises $37.5M as Wealthy Families Look to Pass On Their BTC

As the cryptocurrency market digests recent volatility that pulled Bitcoin back toward the $81,000 to $83,000 range.

Key Drivers Behind Bitcoin's Recent Correction and Risk-Off Sentiment

Speaking on the Bitcoin Rails podcast, Cake Wallet's Seth for Privacy said people need to take more precautions to protect their identities when using the biggest cryptocurrency.

Here's How Not To Screw up Your Bitcoin Privacy

Bitcoin-denominated life insurer Meanwhile raised $37.5 million in new funding led by Bain Capital Crypto, bringing its total capital raised to over $180 million. Capitalizing on Growing Demand Meanwhile, the life insurance company licensed to operate entirely in bitcoin, announced Oct. 8 that it has raised $37.

Bain Capital Leads $37.5M Investment in Bitcoin Life Insurance Firm

Dogecoin

Bitcoin rebounded 2% over the past 24 hours as traders see two potential market scenarios ahead of the November midterm elections.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Gain 2% Ahead of Weekend: 2 Scenarios to Watch

Bitcoin briefly reclaimed $83,000 on Friday after plunging to a month-to-date low of $80,308 on Thursday, pushing its market cap back to $1.66 trillion. Resistance at $83,000 Triggers Volatile Trading Bitcoin rebounded Friday to briefly reclaim $83,000, signaling a potential end to a downturn that dragged the cryptocurrency to multi-week lows.

Bitcoin Price Bounces Back to $83K as Crypto Market Liquidations Cool

Bitcoin bounced after dipping to around $80,000. Traders are placing increasingly high odds BTC slips further before October is over.

Bitcoin Rebounds After Rough Week, But Traders Are Pricing In More Downside

TD Cowen on Thursday raised its Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) forecast to $109,000 but held its Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) target steady at $260, citing dilution risk. Why Higher Bitcoin Prices Don't Fully Flow Through TD Cowen analysts Lance Vitanza and Jonnathan Navarrete wrote in a report, cited by The Block, that Strategy's capital structure is eating into the per-share gains investors might otherwise expect from a stronger Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) price.

Strategy Faces ‘Dilution Drag' as TD Cowen Raises Bitcoin Forecast to $109,000

Investors have fast cashed out of bitcoin exchange-traded funds this week. It's showing in the price.

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