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.

Bitwise's Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan says crypto may be nearing a structural turning point as geopolitical shocks, institutional adoption and regulatory clarity reshape the market. Crypto's 24/7 Advantage In a Mar. 5 podcast with Paul Barron, Hougan pointed to when Presdent Trump announced military action against Iran while traditional financial markets were closed.

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CleanSpark produced the most bitcoin among the three miners in February, while Cango and BitFuFu combined added more than 680 BTC.

CleanSpark, Cango and BitFuFu produce 1,250 BTC in February as AI infrastructure ambitions grow

Analyst Michaël van de Poppe says Bitcoin's bear phase has ended, pointing to a series of higher lows and strengthening technical structure across multiple timeframes. Van de Poppe argues that BTC is consistently printing higher lows, signaling sustained upside momentum for Bitcoin. “The upside on commodities is done.

‘Good Times Are Ahead' – Trader Michaël van de Poppe Says Bitcoin Bear Phase Is Over – Here Are His Targets

Kazakhstan's central bank will invest $350 million from reserves in crypto-related companies and funds.

Kazakhstan's Central Bank to Channel $350 Million of Reserves into Crypto and Bitcoin Investments

The sharp move higher triggered heavy profit-taking from short-term holders, data shows.

Bitcoin buyers are cashing out fast after short-lived jump to $74,000

Strike has secured a New York Bitlicense and a Money Transmitter License from the New York State Department of Financial Services, allowing the bitcoin payments platform to offer its services to residents and businesses across the state. The company, founded by Jack Mallers and operated under Chicago-based Zap Solutions Inc.

Bitcoin Firm Strike Lands NYDFS Bitlicense, Expands Bitcoin App to New York Users

Bitcoin has fallen 5% in the last day as the U.S. shed 92,000 jobs in February, rattling crypto markets amid growing economic uncertainty.

Bitcoin Dives Below $69K as US Loses 92K Jobs in February

Earlier this week, Tether also invested in the sleep-technology startup Eight Sleep, at a $1.5 billion valuation.

Tether invests in Utexo, a startup enabling USDT settlement on Bitcoin

The outlook for the Fed grew cloudier on Friday, as the employment market weakened appreciably even as inflation could be worsening.

'No deal with Iran': Trump demands unconditional surrender, sending oil surging, bitcoin and stocks lower

At 8:30 a.m. EST, bitcoin traded at $69,926 on March 6, 2026, with a market cap of roughly $1.39 trillion and about $48 billion in 24-hour trading volume.

Bitcoin Hovers Near $69.6K to $70.5K as Range Battle Intensifies

The approval places Strike among a small group of firms authorized to operate in the state under NYDFS supervision.

Jack Mallers' Strike scores BitLicense to offer New Yorkers bitcoin services

Bitcoin ETFs saw their worst outflows in three weeks, with experts highlighting early re-accumulation as flows stabilize.

Bitcoin ETFs Shed $228M, But Longer-Term Flows Stabilize

Fresh bitcoin ETF outflows and a tense macro backdrop point to a fragile recovery after prices pushed above $70,000, analysts say.

Bitcoin faces renewed ETF outflows amid war-driven volatility as price slips back below $70,000

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Bitcoin fell towards $70,000 as institutional outflows stopped the relief rally dead in its tracks. Bitcoin ETFs saw $227.8 million in net outflows on Thursday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $90.9 million in net outflows.

Bitcoin Slips Back To $70,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Dump On ETF Outflows

Cryptocurrency prices are falling as some holders look to cash in on the mid-week bounce to $74,000 and others prefer less risky assets as the war in the Middle East escalates.

Bitcoin hit by short-termism as rally fades ahead of U.S. jobs data

NYDFS approval allows the Bitcoin payments company to offer trading, bill pay and custody products across New York.

Strike secures New York BitLicense, opening bitcoin financial services to state residents

BTC traded just above $70,000 as Middle East tensions drove oil higher and traders reassessed inflation in advance of the U.S. jobs report due later Friday.

Bitcoin extends decline from $74,000, derivatives data point to cautious positioning

Investors are turning more defensive as geopolitical tensions rise and key U.S. labor market data approaches.

Bitcoin drops toward $70,000 ahead of U.S. jobs data; oil price rises on Iran war

ANDE, the state power company, has partnered with Morphware, an artificial intelligence (AI) and mining tech company, to start a pilot program and use part of its seized miners to produce bitcoin. ANDE's President, Felix Sosa, stated that the bitcoin mined will be sold as a hedge for futures contracts.

Paraguay to Leverage Seized ASICs to Mine Bitcoin

Officials say the Vancouver Charter limits city reserves to government debt, bank instruments and other traditional assets.

Vancouver mayor's bitcoin investment proposal blocked by city, provincial law

Vancouver city staff concluded that bitcoin is not an allowable asset for municipal investment under local law.

Bitcoin not an ‘allowable asset': Vancouver city staff asks council to drop BTC reserve motion

Risk assets recover from oil-driven selloff as rising yields pressure Fed rate-cut bets.

Bitcoin and stocks stabilize after early-week slide. The bond market isn't convinced.

Arthur Hayes, Chief Investment Officer at Maelstrom Fund, told Benzinga on Thursday that rising oil prices and treasury yields could prove positive for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). What Treasury Yields Spike Amid War Means Hayes pointed out the surge in yields on the 10-year Treasury note, which is not typical in a “risk-off” scenario.

Arthur Hayes Says Rising Treasury Yields Could Trigger A Money-Printing Bailout And 'Benefit' Bitcoin

BTC surged nearly 12% from Saturday's lows before stalling, with Asia's benchmark equities index headed for its worst week since March 2020.

Bitcoin drops under $71,000, ETH, DOGE slide as war-week rally runs into resistance

Over a year after Vancouver explored becoming a “Bitcoin-friendly city,” staff say municipal law bars holding Bitcoin in city reserves.

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