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 (CRYPTO: BTC) has climbed back above $70,000 after weekend weakness, but on-chain data suggests the broader correction may not be over. Decoupling From Equities CryptoQuant data shows Bitcoin is undergoing its longest period of decoupling from the S&P 500 since 2020.

Bitcoin Cracks $70,000, But Bulls Should Not Get Their Hopes Up

The Swedish Bitcoin treasury firm signed a letter of intent to acquire Moonshot and Never Say Die in an all-stock deal.

European Bitcoin Treasury H100 Aims to Triple BTC Stash by Acquiring Two Firms

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is up 3% over the past 24 hours after President Trump announced a 5-day postponement of attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure, following what he called productive talks. The Geopolitical Catalyst Trump said in a Truth Social post that the two countries held productive conversations regarding a complete resolution of hostilities in the Middle East.

Bitcoin Jumps 3% After Trump Announces 5-Day Iran Energy Infrastructure Strike Pause

Institutional investors just bought an overall total of $230 million in Bitcoin and crypto assets in one week, according to a new update from CoinShares. The inflows mark a slowdown from recent weeks. In the first two days of the week, inflows surged to $635 million.

Institutional Investors Pour $230,000,000 Into Bitcoin and Crypto Assets in One Week: CoinShares

Capital B has completed the acquisition of 44 bitcoin for €2.7 million, bringing its total holdings to 2,888 BTC.

Capital B Acquires 44 Bitcoin, Boosting Holdings to 2,888 Coins

Strategy has relied on a mix of common and preferred stock issuance for flexibility to tap whichever investor base is most receptive.

Strategy expands ATM programs across stock lines to fund ongoing bitcoin buys

Expanded share issuance plans and new Wall Street partners boost capital raising firepower.

Strategy tops up capital-raising plans, bringing potential bitcoin buying power back to $42 billion

Strategy shared plans to issue $44 billion in equity, a move aimed at providing its Bitcoin-buying machine with fuel for future purchases.

Strategy Unveils $44 Billion Plan to Buy More Bitcoin, Driven By MSTR and STRC Shares

Strategy expanded its ability to raise capital via at‑the‑market equity and preferred offerings, adding new agents and adjusting stock authorization, allowing up to $44.1 billion in additional securities sales.

Saylor's Strategy (MSTR) Arms Itself With $44.1 Billion ATM Capacity to Fuel Bitcoin Treasury Expansion

H100 is planning to acquire Norwegian bitcoin-focused firms Moonshot AS and Never Say Die AS.

H100 Eyes Strategic Bitcoin Acquisition to Triple its BTC Holdings and Expand Institutional Scale

Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) purchased 1,031 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) for $76.6 million last week, a dramatic slowdown from over $1 billion in purchases during each of the previous two weeks when the company issued STRC preferred shares. The Slowdown Explained Strategy funded last week's purchase entirely through common stock sales rather than STRC preferred shares, marking a return to smaller acquisition sizes typical of periods when the company relies solely on equity offerings.

Strategy Buys Just 1,031 Bitcoin After Two Weeks Of $1B+ Purchases: What Changed?

Bitcoin price surged to $71,000 on Monday after Donald Trump announced a pause on planned U.S. strikes against Iran.

Bitcoin Price Rockets to $71,000 as Trump Orders Pause on Iran Strikes

Strategy bought 1,031 bitcoin for $76.6 million between March 16 and March 22, according to a regulatory filing.

Strategy (MSTR) Buys $76.6 Million in Bitcoin, Slowing Recent Accumulation Pace

Bitcoin swung from $67,500 to $71,200 and back to $70,000 in a single session as Trump said he was postponing Iran strikes, then Iran denied any communication was taking place.

Bitcoin's wild roller coaster ride leaves leveraged traders with $415 million in liquidations

Proposed bitcoin-for-bitcoin acquisition of Moonshot and Never Say Die would triple the company's holdings and expand institutional scale.

H100 eyes Europe's largest bitcoin treasury with 3,500 BTC in proposed acquistions

Bitcoin climbed back above $70,000 Monday after President Donald Trump signaled a temporary cooling in U.S.-Iran tensions, offering markets a breather from days of escalation-driven volatility. Bitcoin Climbs Past $70K Amid Reported Middle East De-Escalation The move followed Trump's statement citing diplomatic progress and announcing a five-day pause on planned strikes targeting Iranian energy infrastructure.

Bitcoin Recovers to $70K as Trump Announces Iran Dialogue Progress

Led by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, Strategy acquired 1,031 bitcoin, bringing holdings to 762,099 coins.

Strategy returns to 'small' bitcoin purchases, adding $76.6 million in BTC last week

Crypto is soaring on a major development in the Iran war, while A Senate deal could finally unlock the Clarity Act.

Morning Minute: Bitcoin Rips as Iran Strikes Postponed

The price move came after Donald Trump touted "productive conversations" regarding a cessation of hostilities in the Middle East.

Bitcoin Tops $71,000 as Trump Postpones Iran Power Plant Strike Plans

Strategy added another tranche to its bitcoin reserves, purchasing 1,031 BTC for about $76.6 million and bringing its total holdings to 762,099 BTC.

Strategy Adds 1,031 BTC, Total Holdings Reach 762,099 Bitcoin

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Bitcoin tapped $70,000 on Monday morning as President Trump announced a five-day delay on his deadline to strike Iranian energy infrastructure. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $69,888 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,120 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $88.77 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $1.40 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.09317 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.055982 Meme coin market capitalization gained around 3% over the past 24 hours to $33.4 billion.

Bitcoin Taps $70,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Unwind Shorts On Trump Strike Delay

Strategy's holdings account for more than 3.5% of the total 21 million bitcoin supply — worth around $53 billion.

‘The Orange March Continues': Michael Saylor's Strategy buys 1,031 bitcoin for $77 million as holdings hit 762,099 BTC

Markets remain sensitive to Middle East developments, with macro volatility and rate expectations shaping crypto price action.

Bitcoin rebounds above $70K as Trump cites ‘productive' Iran talks, easing immediate escalation fears

Trump said in a Truth Social post that the two countries held "very good and productive conversations regarding a complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East."

Bitcoin surges above $71,000 as Trump postpones Iran strikes for five days

BTC slipped back into February's range after Donald Trump threatened to attack Iran's power plants, sparking a selloff and shifting flows toward commodities.

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