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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.

China has ramped up both fiscal and monetary stimulus to counter economic challenges, with increased liquidity potentially benefiting bitcoin.

Analysts see boost in bitcoin with China's new fiscal and monetary stimulus

Benzinga is pleased to announce the conclusion of our highly anticipated debate on the topic: Gold vs. Bitcoin: Which is the better reserve asset and why?

A Benzinga Debate On Federal Reserve Assets: Our Contributors Speak On Gold, Bitcoin

The following article is adapted from The Block's newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

The Daily: Bitcoin could be treated differently from altcoins in Trump's reserve plan, industry leaders set to attend US Crypto Summit and more

The Trump administration will unleash a new era of crypto innovation, said ZX Squared founder CK Zheng.

Why this Crypto Hedge Fund Expects Bitcoin Dominance to Drop

Wyoming Sen. Cynthia Lummis, a leading bitcoin proponent, cast doubt on the immediate feasibility of former President Donald Trump's proposed cryptocurrency strategic reserve, citing insufficient Congressional backing as a critical barrier.

Bitcoin Advocate Lummis Skeptical of Near-Term Approval for Trump's Crypto Reserve Plan

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Blockchain Used To Secure Results Of Tennessee County's Republican Convention Vote In a hotly contested election for local Republican party leadership in Williamson County, TN, Simple Proof, a company that safeguards public records using the Bitcoin blockchain, was called in to preserve the integrity of the results. This post Bitcoin Blockchain Used To Secure Results Of Tennessee County's Republican Convention Vote first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Frank Corva.

Bitcoin Blockchain Used To Secure Results Of Tennessee County's Republican Convention Vote

News of potential interest cuts and the expected unveiling of a national crypto strategic reserve at the upcoming White House Crypto Summit, all helped buoy the dominant cryptocurrency. Bitcoin Price Rises Amid Positive Market Sentiment Bearish traders suffered liquidations on their short positions as positive economic news gave bitcoin a modest 7% rally this morning.

Market Optimism Helps Bitcoin Gain Momentum

Metaplanet Inc. has expanded its bitcoin treasury, purchasing 497 BTC at an average price of $88,448 per coin, totaling $43.9 million (6.6 billion yen). This latest acquisition brings the company's total bitcoin holdings to 2,888 BTC, purchased at an average price of $84,127 per BTC, reinforcing its aggressive accumulation strategy.

Metaplanet Buys 497 BTC for $43.9 Million, Total Holdings Reach 2,888 BTC

Shaquille O'Neal , the NBA legend turned business mogul, has consistently voiced skepticism about cryptocurrency, yet evidence reveals he dipped into the market with a $20,000 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) purchase to acquire NFTs in 2021. "I don't understand it, so I will probably stay away from it until I get a full understanding," O'Neal told CNBC in 2022.

NBA Legend Shaq Never Held Bitcoin Or XRP, But There's One Other Trump Crypto Reserve Coin He Bought In 2021

Bitcoin Magazine Howard Lutnick Says President Trump to Unveil Bitcoin Reserve Strategy This Week Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick reveals President Trump will announce a bitcoin strategic reserve at Friday's White House crypto summit. This post Howard Lutnick Says President Trump to Unveil Bitcoin Reserve Strategy This Week first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Vivek Sen Bitcoin.

Howard Lutnick Says President Trump to Unveil Bitcoin Reserve Strategy This Week

The world's largest crypto is lower so far in 2025 after a number of violent price swings.

Bitcoin's Risk-Adjusted Returns Took a Hit in February

Venture capitalist Chris Burniske isn't backing away from the crypto market despite the sector's recent price woes. Burniske tells his 325,100 followers on the social media platform X that he thinks the current downtrend is a mid-bull market pullback. He also thinks the cycle top hasn't arrived yet.

Investor Chris Burniske Doubles Down on Bitcoin and Crypto, Calls Asset Class Fastest Horse in Finance

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has reinforced Donald Trump's pro-crypto stance, hinting at major policy shifts set to be unveiled during Friday's White House crypto summit. What Happened: In an interview with The Pavlovic Today on Wednesday, Lutnick stated that Trump "definitely thinks there's a Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) strategic reserve.

Howard Lutnick Says 'President Definitely Thinks There's A Bitcoin Strategic Reserve'

China and Germany's shift in fiscal policy might calm crypto market nerves.

China, Germany Fire Fiscal Rockets as U.S. Looks to Cut Spending. What Does it Mean for Bitcoin?

In remarks shared with the news publication, The Pavlovic Today, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick disclosed that the forthcoming White House Crypto Summit will likely serve as the stage for unveiling the strategic crypto reserve.

Lutnick Hints at Diverging Crypto Reserve Policies for Bitcoin and Other Digital Assets

Bitcoin is set to hold a unique status within the crypto reserve, said Lutnick, while altcoins will be treated "positively, but differently."

Bitcoin Reserve Announcment Coming Friday, According to Commerce Secretary: Report

Tokyo-based investment firm Metaplanet has intensified its Bitcoin acquisition strategy, announcing the purchase of an additional 497 BTC for $43.9 million.

Metaplanet Continues Bitcoin Accumulation, Acquiring $43.9 Million in BTC

You can't get a more bearish chart for BTC than this. Only an incredible event can turn it around.

The Bitcoin Crash Is Here: 2 Charts To Show Where It Could Be Heading

Ethereum

Bitcoin ETFs experienced net outflows of $143 million, with major funds like Fidelity's FBTC and Ark 21Shares' ARKB leading the declines. In contrast, Ether ETFs ended an eight-day outflow streak, attracting $15 million in net inflows, primarily driven by Fidelity's FETH.

Ether ETFs Break 8-Day Outflow Trend With $15 Million Inflow as Withdrawals Continue for Bitcoin ETFs

Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan on Wednesday that despite a bumpy rollout, President Donald Trump's strategic crypto reserve announcement remains bullish for the market, a view tempered by industry critique over its scope. What Happened: Unveiled on Sunday, the reserve—set to include Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), Solana (CRYPTO: SOL), Ripple (CRYPTO: XRP), and Cardano (CRYPTO: ADA) triggered a swift market reaction, with Bitcoin climbing from $85,000 to $95,000 before relinquishing all gains by Monday.

Donald Trump's Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Reserve Is 'Imperfect' But Bullish, Says Bitwise's Matt Hougan

Trump's Commerce secretary Howard Lutnick has reportedly confirmed Trump will unveil a U.S.

Bitcoin Price Suddenly Soars After Lutnick Reportedly Reveals ‘Massive' Trump Reserve Plan

Bitcoin rose earlier this week, but initial excitement from Trump's strategic reserve plans was short-lived due to profit-taking amid the lack of concrete plans and a risk-off mood in broader equity markets.

Bitcoin's Extended 'Extreme Fear' Reading Might Just Pump It Higher

The crypto market has stabilized somewhat following comments from Commerce Minister Howard Lutnick, who said President Donald Trump could announce on Wednesday a pathway for tariff relief on Canadian and Mexican imports covered by NAFTA.

Crypto Daybook Americas: Trump's Reserve Rumors Swirl as BTC Rebound Eyes $95K

Binance open interest drops below 100,000 BTC, lowest level in over a year.

Bitcoin Open Interest Hits Lowest Level Since August

Bitcoin's price was buoyed Wednesday on hopes President Trump would soften the punishing tariffs on key trade partners Canada and Mexico.

News for Bitcoin Crypto (BTC)