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.

SecondHQ, the Bitcoin development lab founded by ex-Blockstream executives including CEO Steven Roose and CTO Erik De Smedt, has unveiled Bark — its custom Ark protocol implementation promising self-custodial payments that are faster and cheaper than Lightning channels.

SecondHQ's Bark Boasts New era of Bitcoin Payments, drawing in former Blockstream developers

Despite mounting geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, bitcoin reclaimed the $70,000 mark on Monday, supported by Strategy's latest acquisition of 4,871 bitcoins. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $70,355 on April 6, keeping market cap near $1.4T despite Iran rejecting U.S. ceasefire. Strategy CEO Michael Saylor bought 4,871 BTC worth $329.9M, reinforcing institutional demand.

Bitcoin Reclaims $70,000 Despite Geopolitical Unrest; Experts Alert on Market Vulnerability

Bloomberg strategist Mike McGlone warns bitcoin could crash to $10,000, but Bernstein calls it the 'weakest bear case in history' and reiterates its $150,000 target.

'Bursting Bubble'—Bloomberg Warns Bitcoin Suddenly Faces $10,000 Crash

A solo miner with computing power equivalent to just 0.00002% of Bitcoin's network successfully mined a block last week.

Solo Bitcoin Miner Beats the Odds, Scores $210K Block Reward

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is trading below a key resistance zone, raising concerns that recent price stability may be masking deeper risks tied to late-stage economic conditions. Late-Cycle Warning Signs Prominent analyst Benjamin Cowen said on Monday that retail investors may be growing overly confident — overlooking macro pressures, such as persistent inflation, a weakening labor market and rising geopolitical tensions.

Bitcoin's Rally Close To $70,000 May Be A Bull Trap, Analyst Warns

Bloomberg's Mike McGlone argued that Bitcoin could fall as the crypto market purges market excesses that coincided with the pandemic-era boom.

'A Hurricane Coming': Bitcoin Could Fall to $10K This Year, Says Bloomberg Analyst

Strive expanded its Bitcoin treasury with a new acquisition of 113 bitcoin.

Strive (ASST) Adds 113 Bitcoin at an Average Price of $68,584 per BTC

Sales of bitcoin by prominent holders and executive exits could give hope to the battered crypto sector.

Bitcoin climbs above $70,000 as more contrarian bottoming signs emerge

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) climbed over 4% in 24 hours to nearly $70,000 after a Reuters report suggested a U.S.-Iran ceasefire plan could come into effect Monday, potentially reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The Ceasefire Catalyst The risk-on move lifted sentiment across crypto markets.

Bitcoin Surges 4% On Ceasefire Hopes But This Resistance Stands In The Way

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is consolidating close to $70,000, even as broader markets, particularly the S&P 500, show signs of breakdown. Bitcoin Consolidating But Stronger Than Equities In an Apr.4 podcast, analysts Cred and DonAlt note that Bitcoin is beginning to display relative strength compared to equities, suggesting a potential shift in market dynamics.

Bitcoin Closes In On $70,000: Is A Counter-Trend Rally Coming?

Strategy's on-paper bitcoin losses generated a $2.42 billion deferred tax asset, according to its latest 8-K filing.

Strategy reports $14.5 billion unrealized loss on its bitcoin holdings for Q1 2026

The win landed the same week listed miners Riot, MARA, and Genius Group disclosed selling more than 19,000 BTC from their treasuries.

Solo bitcoin miner overcomes 1-in-28,000 odds to secure $210,000 block reward

Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) added 4,871 Bitcoin for $329.9 million last week at $67,718 per coin, bringing total holdings to 766,970 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) with an average cost basis of $75,644. The Accumulation Machine Last week's purchases were mostly funded through $227.3 million in sales of the company's STRC preferred stock.

Strategy Buys 4,871 Bitcoin For $330M But Sits On $5 Billion In Unrealized Losses

Bitcoin price pushed back toward the top of its recent range after a burst of geopolitical headlines tied to Donald Trump and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. The Bitcoin price touched $70,271 before easing to about $69,300, extending a move that triggered large liquidations across derivatives markets.

Bitcoin Price Briefly Tops $70,000 as Donald Trump's Iran Signals Rattle Markets

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) multi-week consolidation has raised questions about whether the market has already formed a bottom. One prominent analyst outlines a data-driven framework to identify high-probability accumulation zones ahead of a potential bull cycle.

Has Bitcoin Reached A Bottom? Watch These Key Accumulation Zones

Strategy (MSTR) added to its bitcoin position in early April, acquiring 4,871 BTC for about $329.9 million, reinforcing its balance-sheet-focused accumulation strategy despite sizable unrealized losses.

Michael Saylor's Strategy (MSTR) Buys $330 Million in Bitcoin, Holdings Near 767K BTC

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Bitcoin is up 4% on Monday, attempting to reclaim $70,000 amid hopes of potential U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Bitcoin ETFs saw $8.99 million in net inflows on Friday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $71.2 million in net inflows.

Bitcoin Surges Above $69,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Jump 4%

The Bitcoin treasury firm reported that the value of its BTC holdings plummeted by $14.4 billion in the first quarter of 2026.

Strategy Resumes Bitcoin Treasury Buys With $330M Purchase

Last week's purchases were mostly funded via sales of the company's STRC preferred stock.

Strategy added another 4,871 bitcoin for $330 million, with holdings nearing 767,000 BTC

Strategy acquired 4,871 bitcoin for approximately $329.9 million on April 6, 2026, as Michael Saylor declared that bitcoin has won and that the asset's four-year market cycle is finished. Key Takeaways: Strategy bought 4,871 BTC for ~$329.9M at ~$67,718 per coin on April 6, 2026, per Saylor's announcement.

766,970 BTC Stack—Strategy Buys More Bitcoin After Saylor's ‘Back to Work' Hint on Sunday

Bitcoin hit a session peak of $70,275, pushing its market cap back above $1.4 trillion. The broader crypto economy climbed to $2.46 trillion. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $70,275 on April 6, lifting market cap above $1.4T and triggering $325M liquidations. WTI crude swung from $112.24 to $109 before rebounding above $110 as Tehran rejected U.S.

Bitcoin Reclaims $70,000 as Middle East Ceasefire Hopes Spark Relief Rally

The bitcoin price has topped $70,000 per bitcoin, up almost 20% from its recently lows

‘A Major Mistake'—Bitcoin Is Suddenly Braced For A Federal Reserve Price ‘Surprise'

It's risk-on again for markets after a Reuters report suggested a ceasefire plan between the U.S. and Iran could come into effect on Monday, potentially reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Bitcoin has room to rally, but there's a catch

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If a ceasefire materializes, a relief rally could further benefit risk assets. For now, traders appear to be treating the headlines with skepticism.

Bitcoin rallies on report of Iran ceasefire talks, Algorand extends gains

Bitcoin jumped on reports that Pakistan has put together a framework for a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, but analysts remain cautious.

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