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.

The stablecoin issuer's crypto wallet lets users send digital dollars, tokenized gold and bitcoin without intermediaries or gas tokens across multiple blockchains.

Tether introduces crypto wallet to bring stablecoin and bitcoin payments directly to users

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has broken above the descending channel that defined the bear trend, yet U.S. spot ETFs bled $291.11 million on April 13 as institutions pull back. BTC's Technical Breakout Bitcoin now tests the 100 EMA at $75,275—the first major EMA test since the breakdown began.

Bitcoin Jumps To $74,000 But ETFs Bleed $291M: What Is Going On?

Slower post-halving gains reflect bitcoin's shift toward a more mature asset.

Bitcoin passes halfway point in halving cycle as price gains trail prior cycles

Liberal Democrat deputy leader Daisy Cooper urged the UK FCA to investigate Nigel Farage over his involvement with bitcoin treasury firm Stack BTC.

UK Lawmaker Calls for Probe Into Nigel Farage's Bitcoin Ties

Tesla billionaire Elon Musk has teased the crypto community with his “true currency” just as his X platform gears up to “fix” crypto

‘True Currency'—Elon Musk's X Is Quietly Teasing A Bitcoin And Crypto Price Game-Changer

Ethereum

Major cryptocurrencies are rising alongside gains in U.S. equities as oil prices shed the war premium built up in recent weeks. But broader market participation remains elusive and limited to only a few coins.

Bitcoin, ether in Goldilocks rally while smaller coins take a back seat

Bitcoin's push towards $75K comes amid declining bearish options flow and spot buying, with analysts leaning slightly bullish.

Bitcoin Nears $75K As Risk-on Sentiment, Geopolitical Landscape Improves

Dogecoin

Bitcoin jumped above $74,000 as liquidations stand at $545.67 million over the past 24 hours. Bitcoin ETFs saw $291.1 million in net outflows on Monday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $9.44 million in net inflows.

Bitcoin Jumps To $74,000, Ethereum Surges 9%, XRP, Dogecoin Spike 3%

A cryptocurrency analyst identified $43,647 as Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) “extreme pain” threshold where sellers would be fully exhausted. Will Weak Hands Exit If This Support Breaks?

Bitcoin's 'Extreme Pain Zone' Sits At This Level Where Sellers Will Face Total Exhaustion, Says Crypto Analyst

The crypto market surged past a $2.6 trillion valuation on April 14, led by bitcoin's climb to nearly $75,000 and a significant rally in altcoins like ethereum and RAVE. Key Takeaways: The crypto market cap hit $2.6 trillion on April 14 as bitcoin reached a session high of $74,959.

Crypto Market Cap Hits $2.6 Trillion as Bitcoin Eyes $75K Amid Hormuz Standoff

Economist Peter Schiff advised his followers on Monday to swap their Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) for gold and silver as the apex cryptocurrency aimed to recapture the critical $75,000 level. Schiff Repeats Old Advice In an X post, Schiff noted that Bitcoin was nearing $75,000, which is not far from the average cost at which Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) acquired its BTC holdings.

Peter Schiff Wants Investors To Ditch Bitcoin For Gold, Silver Which Could 'Start New Legs Up'

Crypto-related stocks closed higher on Monday, with Circle jumping 12%, Bullish rising 7.5%, and Coinbase gaining 3.9%.

Bitcoin rebounds above $74,000 in ‘risk-on snapback' despite persisting Middle East tensions

Bitcoin and ether ETFs reclaimed positive territory after recent volatility with combined inflows of $973 million. XRP quietly gained ground, while solana slipped into outflows. Key Takeaways Bitcoin ETFs gained $786 million and ether $187 million from April 6–10, led by Blackrock IBIT demand.

Bitcoin, Ether ETFs See Nearly $1 Billion in Weekly Inflows

Leading cryptocurrencies rallied alongside stocks on Monday after President Donald Trump claimed Iran was willing to make a deal. Cryptocurrency 24-Hour Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:30 p.m.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Rally After Trump Signals Iran Deal Breakthrough: Analytics Firm Says Investors Favor 'Holding' Strategy

Bitcoin may be entering a bear phase as Bloomberg's strategist warns rising volatility and tighter equity correlation are fueling fears of a broader crypto bust, even as bitcoin is currently rising.

Strategist Sees Bitcoin Bear Signals, Warns Crypto Bust Could Push BTC to $10K

Bitcoin pushed toward the $75,000 level on Monday, April 13, 2026, as traders covered short positions following President Trump's order to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, sending the price from a morning low of $70,741 to intraday highs above $74,900.

Bitcoin Price Climbs Toward $75,000 as US-Iran Strait of Hormuz Tensions Trigger Short Squeeze

Bitcoin price surged over 5% to near $75,000 after days of range-bound trading

Bitcoin Price Skyrockets 6% Near $75,000 as Short Liquidations Accelerate

Bitcoin dropped below $71,000 after US-Iran peace talks collapsed in Islamabad and Trump ordered a Strait of Hormuz blockade. Analysts warn of a drop to $60,000.

'Dumped $1,800 In 20 Minutes'—Bitcoin Braced For Crash

Bitcoin staged a market-defying recovery on Monday, April 13, rising to an intraday high of $72,629 shortly after reclaiming the $72,000 level. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin rose to $72,629 on April 13, recovering from a flash crash caused by failed U.S.-Iran talks.

Bitcoin Shrugs off Strait of Hormuz Blockade to Hit $72,629 Intraday High

Bitcoin climbed back above $72,000 as hopes for an agreement between the U.S. and Iran lift the market. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $72,392 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,232 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $83.11 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $1.33 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.09165 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.055760 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 153,900 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $247.07 million.

Bitcoin Reclaims $72,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Spike 1.5%

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) surged and broke above the moving averages on April 7.

Bitcoin Struggles to Remain Above $70,000

Prominent crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen says a “realistic” bearish outlook for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) differs significantly from an extreme “doomer” perspective, with both scenarios carrying different implications for investors. In an Apr. 12 podcast, Cowen outlined a realistic scenario based on historical cycles.

'Realistic' Bitcoin Bear Market Analysis Means The Bottom Is Not Yet In, Analyst Warns

Institutional crypto investors posted their strongest weekly inflows since January, with Bitcoin and Ethereum demand rising as XRP investments cool.

Surging Bitcoin, Ethereum ETF Investments Drive Crypto Funds to Best Week Since January

Capital B expanded its bitcoin treasury to 2,925 BTC after converting debt, raising equity, and continuing its accumulation strategy.

Capital B Buys More Bitcoin, Expands Treasury to 2,925 BTC After Debt Conversions and Equity Raise

Zcash

The world's largest Bitcoin mining pool operator expands into the privacy-focused Zcash token with rapid network adoption.

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