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.

Willy Woo rejects claims that Bitcoin's four‑year cycle has ended, arguing that price data still supports the traditional rhythm until at least 2026. He likens social media misinterpretations to assuming a heartbeat no longer exists when its pace varies.

Onchain Analyst Willy Woo Defends Bitcoin's Four-Year Cycle, Dismissing ‘Death of the Pattern' Narratives

Bitcoin is coiling inside a tightening range as volatility sinks to historic lows, raising the risk of a decisive repricing that could shape crypto markets in 2026, according to Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone.

Bitcoin's Calm Is a Trap: Strategist Sees Volatility Bull Market Ahead

Bitcoin's move into mainstream finance is accelerating far faster than gold's, as ETF inflows signal institutional adoption surging beyond historical precedents and cementing digital assets as core portfolio holdings, according to Bitwise. Bitwise Shows Bitcoin ETF Growth Dwarfs Gold's Early Inflation-Adjusted Inflows Asset management firm Bitwise shared on social media platform X on Jan.

Bitcoin ETFs Outpace Gold Adoption by 600% Two Years Into TradFi

An elderly couple was swindled out of their $1.3 million retirement fund by scammers pretending to be representatives from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The elaborate scam involved Bitcoin ATMs and gold bullion transactions.

Elderly Couple Duped Into 'Helping' Investigation in $1.3 Million Bitcoin ATM Scam

On Jan. 10, bitcoin entered a period of stagnant consolidation, hovering around the $90,500 mark as market momentum from earlier in the month faded. Market Stagnation and the ‘No-Trade Zone' Bitcoin ( BTC) maintained a steady posture Jan.

‘Running Bitcoin': BTC Holds $90K on 17th Anniversary of Hal Finney's Iconic Tweet

Following Nicolás Maduro's ouster, attention has turned to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado's potential return, and with her, the prospects for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) in the oil-rich nation. Machado Called Bitcoin ‘Lifeline' For Venezuelans Machado, who won the Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to advance democracy in Venezuela, is a known Bitcoin advocate.

Nobel Laureate Maria Machado Envisioned A Bitcoin National Reserve For 'New' Venezuela - But Bettors Doubt She'd Be Taking Over Caracas Anytime Soon

A high-stakes legislative battle is unfolding in Washington and Tallahassee this week as the United States moves closer to treating Bitcoin as a legitimate sovereign reserve asset.

The "Reserve" Race: U.S. Senate and Florida Move to Codify Bitcoin

Global asset manager VanEck has projected a potential surge in the price of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), which could reach as high as $53.4 million by 2050. VanEck's optimistic forecast predicts a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 29% for Bitcoin over the next quarter-century.

Bitcoin Could Hit $53.4 Million by 2050 as Adoption Grows, VanEck Says

Ethereum

The first full trading week of 2026 saw XRP and SOL ETFs log net inflows, while bitcoin and ether funds struggled in comparison.

XRP ETFs hit record weekly volume as bitcoin, ether funds face $750 million in combined outflows

This week was a rollercoaster ride in the world of cryptocurrency. Bitcoin is showing signs of a potential rally in 2026, while Ethereum has surged above $3,100.

Weekend Round-Up: Bitcoin's Potential Rally, Ethereum's Surge And Trump's Stance On Crypto Fraud

After a lengthy disappearing act—last spotted in November 2024—the elusive 2010-era mega whale has resurfaced yet again, finally rousing 2,000 long-slumbering bitcoins mined in bitcoin's earliest chapter. The hoard, now valued at $181 million, traveled in a single, clean sweep and was processed in full at block height 931668.

2010 Bitcoin Mega Whale Wakes up, Moves $181M in Dormant BTC After Yearlong Silence

The stablecoin sector is expected to grow to $500 billion, while altcoin ETFs are projected to reach $10 billion, driven by regulatory clarity and adoption.

Brazilian exchange Mercado Bitcoin outlines 6 crypto trends shaping markets in 2026

With a 24-hour trading range between $89,596 and $91,924 and a current price of $90,617, bitcoin's Saturday session delivered more of a yawn than a roar. Its $1.8 trillion market cap and $32.66 billion in trading volume suggest there's still plenty of interest—but interest isn't momentum, and momentum is exactly what's missing.

Bitcoin Hits the Brakes at $90K—Is the Rally Running out of Gas?

The market is embracing a new mantra that could trigger the next bitcoin price boom: “Run it hot."

‘Run It Hot'—Bitcoin And Crypto Traders Are Suddenly Betting On A Surprise 2026 Fed Price Game-Changer

The asset manager's base case assumes bitcoin gains traction as a settlement tool and reserve asset over the next 25 years.

Asset manager VanEck explains how one bitcoin could be worth $2.9 million by 2050

South Korea's top court has drawn a hard legal line on digital assets, ruling that bitcoin held on exchanges can be seized during criminal probes, cementing virtual assets as enforceable property under criminal procedure. Supreme Court Confirms Exchange-Held Bitcoin Can Be Seized A landmark judicial decision has addressed how digital assets interact with criminal procedure.

South Korea Supreme Court Ruling Treats Exchange-Held Bitcoin as Seizable Property

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Whales Keep Buying as 100+ BTC Addresses Set New Record Bitcoin whale accumulation hit a record high as 100+ BTC addresses surged, even as bitcoin consolidates near $90,000 amid easing macro uncertainty. Bitcoin Whales Keep Buying as 100+ BTC Addresses Set New Record Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Whales Keep Buying as 100+ BTC Addresses Set New Record

Could Bitcoin be worth more than $50 million per coin in 24 years? VanEck just put out its most bullish price prediction yet.

Bitcoin Price Could Surge to $53 Million by 2050, Says VanEck—Here's Why

U.S. employment data for December was mixed, while inflation expectations edged higher, and the U.S. Supreme Court did not deliver a ruling on the Trump Administration's tariffs.

Bitcoin pulls back to $90,000 as early Friday rally attempt fails

Dogecoin

Bitcoin is holding above $90,000 amid a solid U.S. jobs data release on Friday. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $90,526.47 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,084.76 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $136.55 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.09 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1402 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.058633 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 80,473 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $202.65 million.

Bitcoin Holds $90,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Slide Over 1%

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) may play an underrated role in the recent protests in Iran, with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard reportedly moving $1 billion through crypto exchanges to evade sanctions. Currency Collapse Drives Mass Bitcoin Adoption The Iranian rial crashed to a record 1.42 million per U.S. dollar in late December, having lost over 40% of its value since June 2025.

Bitcoin's Overlooked Role In The Protests In Iran

Bitcoin briefly surged toward $92,000 on Jan. 9 after the U.S. Supreme Court delayed a ruling on the Trump administration's reciprocal tariffs. The price quickly retraced, however, triggering $20 million in liquidations and returning the asset to its $90,000 to $92,000 consolidation zone.

Bitcoin Surges Toward $92K After Supreme Court Defers Tariff Ruling

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Holds $90,000 as Tariff Ruling Delay Eases Some Macro Jitters The bitcoin price hovered near $90,000 as the Supreme Court's tariff ruling delay reduced macro uncertainty and kept crypto markets relatively stable. Bitcoin Price Holds $90,000 as Tariff Ruling Delay Eases Some Macro Jitters Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Holds $90,000 as Tariff Ruling Delay Eases Some Macro Jitters

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

The Daily: Cathie Wood says US government may soon start buying bitcoin, Ripple secures FCA authorization, and more

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is setting up well for a rally in 2026, backed by several bullish technical indicators and receding sell pressure. What Happened: Glassnode data shows that profit-taking pressure has largely subsided, allowing Bitcoin to rebound from around $87,000 into the mid-$90,000 range.

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