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.

Michael Saylor introduced on Monday the “Bitcoin Banking Adoption Index” developed by Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR), which evaluates the level of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) adoption among leading banks and financial institutions. Bitcoin Adoption In Early Stages, Says Saylor The index, first revealed by Strategy CEO Phong Le on X, scores top institutions such as Fidelity at 71%, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:GS) at 45%, and JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM) at 43% across categories, including trading, custody, exchange-traded products, stablecoins, blockchain products, margin, and leadership.

Bitcoin Adoption by Major Banks 'Accelerating, But Still Early,' Says Michael Saylor as New Index Ranks JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and Others

Trump reinstated the Hormuz blockade, sending oil higher and rate-hike bets up, reversing the peace trade that helped bitcoin recover in early July. Today's inflation print is the next test.

Live updates: Bitcoin holds $62,600 as the Iran conflict reignites and CPI looms

Economist Peter Schiff said on Monday that he regrets not buying Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) when he first learned about the apex cryptocurrency. The Eternal Bitcoin ‘Regret' In an X post, Schiff contrasted early Bitcoin FOMO and the strategic error of holding the asset for too long.

Peter Schiff Regrets Not Buying Bitcoin When He First Learned About It, But There's 'Not a Chance' He'll Buy It Now — Not Even at $20,000

Ethereum

Coins from the Farace and BTC-e seizures moved through fresh wallets before landing on the exchange, despite president Donald Trump's previous no-sell reserve order.

U.S. government moves $288 million in seized bitcoin, ether to Coinbase Prime

The U.S. government transferred nearly 4,000 bitcoin to Coinbase Prime on July 13, raising questions about whether the roughly $250 million movement reflected custody management, administrative consolidation, or preparations for a sale. Why Did Nearly 4,000 Government-Held Bitcoin Move on July 13? Arkham Intelligence data showed U.S.

US Government Moves Nearly 4,000 BTC to Coinbase Prime, Onchain Data Shows

Solo Bitcoin mining has surged, with 24 blocks found in the past 12 months, a 41% increase year over year.

Solo bitcoin miner makes $200,000 using $150 equipment

Major cryptocurrencies have dropped by 2% or more in 24 hours as traders boosted bets of a July Fed rate hike.

Bitcoin slips as traders lift July Fed rate hike bets ahead of Inflation report

Dogecoin

Leading cryptocurrencies slid alongside stocks on Monday after President Donald Trump floated full U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz and a reimbursement fee on all cargo passing through. Cryptocurrency 24-Hour Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:15 p.m.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Dip as Trump Reinstates Strait of Hormuz Blockade: Analyst Says Whales 'Actively Accumulating' BTC

Fidelity, BNY, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, and Citigroup topped the newly launched Strategy Bitcoin Banking Adoption Index, which assessed 25 major global institutions across trading, custody, digital-asset products, financing, and corporate participation.

Fidelity, BNY, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, Citi Lead Strategy's Bitcoin Banking Adoption

U.S. President Donald Trump declared a June ceasefire with Iran “over” this week after U.S. Central Command carried out fresh strikes on Iranian military targets, reigniting a conflict that had appeared to cool weeks earlier. The renewed fighting traces back to attacks on commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz around July 7 and 8.

Trump Torches Iran Ceasefire as Brent Crude Tops $83 and Bitcoin Sinks Below $62K

Retail attention via social chatter is back to 2020 levels even as institutional involvement has moved in the opposite direction.

Bitcoin and Ethereum tweet volume falls to 12-month lows despite institutional crypto boom

New Hampshire's newly-signed crypto law introduces protections for users, miners, and stakers within its boundaries.

New Hampshire Follows Bitcoin Reserve With 'Blockchain Basic Laws' Signing

Bitcoin prices took a tumble on Monday, July 13, falling as global markets responded to the latest geopolitical tensions involving the Straight of Hormuz.

Bitcoin Prices Drop As Geopolitical Turmoil Triggers Risk-Off Selling

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) may be entering the final stages of its bear market as higher-timeframe technical indicators increasingly point towards a long-term bottom. Multiple Bullish Signals In a "Kev Capital" podcast on July 13, crypto analyst Kevin said he is not attempting to pinpoint the exact bottom but instead is gradually building exposure based on improving technical conditions.

Bitcoin Bears Are Getting Weaker Despite Drop to $62,000, Analyst Argues

The Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy (MSTR) has now gone three consecutive weeks without buying any BTC. On Monday, Strategy Chairman Michael Saylor announced the company increased its US dollar reserve by $450 million over the past week but opted not to buy any new Bitcoin.

Michael Saylor's Strategy Increases Cash Reserve by $450,000,000, Goes Third Consecutive Week Without Buying Any Bitcoin

Strategy unveiled its Bitcoin Banking Adoption Index on July 13, finding that major banks and financial institutions are expanding bitcoin services while overall adoption stands at 32%. What's Behind the 32% Adoption Score Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) introduced a new index measuring bitcoin adoption across major banks on X on July 13.

Strategy Launches Bitcoin Bank Adoption Index With 32% Overall Score

Perfectly buying every major Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) cycle bottom may, in fact, not be the optimal Bitcoin investment strategy, according to a prominent market commentator. Two Hypothetical Bitcoin Investment Strategies In a podcast on July 12, crypto commentator Lark Davis compared two hypothetical strategies using approximately $20,000 in total capital.

If You Perfectly Bought Every Bitcoin Bottom, You (Probably) Still Messed Up

Bitwise says Bitcoin's brutal nine-month downturn masks a stronger-than-ever foundation, arguing institutional adoption, corporate buying, and improving market infrastructure position the industry for a rebound despite record ETF outflows and weak sentiment.

Bitwise Sees a Bottom in Bitcoin's Worst Vibes Yet: ‘Darkest Before the Dawn'

Bitcoin is trading around $62,000 on Monday as escalating U.S.-Iran military strikes triggered a broad risk-off move across global markets, pushing crypto sentiment deeper into the fear zone.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Plunge Over 3% on Escalating US-Iran Tensions

Bitcoin fell nearly 3% to the $62,000 range, dragging the total crypto market cap down to $2.24 trillion and triggering over $322 million in liquidations. Bitcoin Tumbles Amid U.S.-Iran Clashes Bitcoin tumbled to the $62,000 range Monday as a weekend exchange of gunfire between U.S. and Iranian forces threatened to spark another energy crisis.

Bitcoin Slides to $62,037 as Iran Conflict Sparks Fresh Energy Fears

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) tapped $64,000 the previous week, but Glassnode's Weekly Market Pulse report shows weakening spot participation, declining on-chain activity, and defensive options positioning underneath the price recovery. What Is The Spot Market Actually Saying?

Bitcoin's Rally Lacks Conviction, Glassnode Cautions: Is $60,000 Back in Play?

Analysts point to bitcoin's resilience amid fresh U.S.-Iran escalation and renewed spot ETF inflows as the clearest signs yet that the marginal seller has stepped away.

Bitcoin panic-selling may be ending as sellers' profit margins disappear

Strategy now has more than 20 months of coverage for preferred-stock dividends and debt interest.

Strategy pauses its Bitcoin buying spree to hoard a massive $3 billion cash cushion

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has opened the week down 1.5% on Monday, which nonetheless may be part of a bottom formation, according to a veteran investor. Bitcoin Rally After July 29?

Bitcoin Plummets Below $63,000: Why Is BTC Going Down Again?

Strategy went another week without buying Bitcoin, focusing instead on lifting its cash reserves to $3 billion via common stock proceeds.

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