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.

Strategy executive chairman Michael Saylor signalling a potential bitcoin sale to cover $1.5 billion in annual dividend obligations sent MSTR down 4% after hours and BTC briefly below $81,000.

Bitcoin tops $81,000 as Strategy mulls selling its BTC to fund dividend obligations

Saylor explained that this will eventually help Strategy buy more bitcoin than it sells to cover dividends for its STRC.

Strategy likely to sell bitcoin to cover STRC dividends, Michael Saylor says

Bitcoin's upside remains tied to macro stability as BTC trades near $81,000. Wintermute said strengthening on-chain data and ETF inflows have not yet confirmed an independent breakout. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin approached $82,000 resistance but still lacks confirmation of a sustained breakout. ETF inflows reached $2.6 billion, while late outflows signaled weakening demand.

Bitcoin's Bull Case Hinges on Macro Conditions, Wintermute Says

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Leading cryptocurrencies and stocks rose on Tuesday as the U.S. confirmed that Iran's truce remains in place despite a flare-up in hostilities. Cryptocurrency 24-Hour Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:25 p.m.

Bitcoin, XRP, Dogecoin Rise, ETH Steady Amid Pete Hegseth's Iran Ceasefire Comments: Analyst Says BTC 'Looks Ready' For More Upside

Strategy shifts from passive bitcoin accumulation to actively managing balance sheet to boost bitcoin per share value.

Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy breaks from 'never sell' approach to the flagship crypto

Michael Saylor proposes using bitcoin sales to support dividends, as Strategy reported a $12.54 billion Q1 loss.

Michael Saylor's Strategy signals potential bitcoin sale to fund dividends obligations

CME's upcoming futures product will track whether the market thinks the price of Bitcoin is about to swing wildly or stay steady.

CME Gearing Up to Launch Bitcoin Volatility Futures Independent From BTC's Price

Strategy reported a $12.54 billion net loss in the first quarter of 2026 as bitcoin valuation losses overwhelmed revenue growth and active financing. The quarter showed how its bitcoin treasury model can scale quickly while exposing investors to sharp earnings volatility. Key Takeaways: Strategy posted a $12.

Strategy Posts $12.54B Loss as Bitcoin Holdings Reach 818,334 BTC

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) should be considered a core component of modern investment portfolios, according to Fidelity, with the asset manager citing its strong performance and diversification benefits. Bitcoin Stands Out Bitcoin has evolved into a major asset class, often rivaling traditional markets in size while delivering strong long-term returns.

How Even A 1% Bitcoin Allocation Can Improve Returns By Up To 30%: Fidelity

Michael Saylor's Strategy reported a wider first-quarter loss on Tuesday, hammered by a slump in bitcoin prices that weighed ​on the value of its sizeable crypto holdings amid heightened ‌market volatility.

Saylor's Strategy posts wider quarterly loss on bitcoin slump

Strong early demand highlights how investors are driving crypto adoption, even without support from Morgan Stanley's vast advisor network.

Self-directed investors power bitcoin ETF launch despite Morgan Stanley's scale

Michael Saylor's Strategy continues to bet big on Bitcoin even as falling prices deliver a punishing quarter for the treasury giant.

Strategy Posts $12.5 Billion Q1 Loss as Bitcoin Slump Hammers Massive Holdings

Traders use volatility products to speculate on or hedge against swings without having to take a directional bet on prices.

CME Group to launch cash-settled bitcoin volatility futures

Bitcoin surged past the $81,000 milestone for the first time in months, reaching an intraday peak of $81,714. Despite brief periods of volatility, the cryptocurrency maintained strong support above $81,500, marking a 7% weekly gain. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $81,714 on May 5 as the Trump administration worked to de-escalate Middle East tensions.

Bitcoin Bulls Defend $80,500 Support, Driving 7% Weekly Surge to $1.63 Trillion Cap

The price of bitcoin fell from about $87,000 to $68,000 during the first three months of 2026.

Strategy posts $12.54 billion Q1 loss on declining bitcoin price

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is increasingly seen as a national security tool, sparking a debate about how Bitcoin will integrate in times of rising sovereign debt. U.S. Debt Crossed 100% Of GDP Post-WWII Threshold U.S. public debt has topped 100% of GDP for the first time since 1946 when the country demobilized after World War II.

US Debt Tops 100% Of GDP: Is This The Signal For Bitcoin To Run?

Bitcoin and ether are recovering on fundamentally different supply and demand structures in 2026, according to a new Cryptoquant analysis. The divergence is now a key signal for whether a broader altcoin rally will follow. Key Takeaways: Cryptoquant analysts find that BTC and ETH have exhibited markedly diverging supply-demand structures throughout April 2026.

Cryptoquant: BTC Dominance to Persist Until ETH Spot Demand Catches Up

Crypto market momentum could extend further unless geopolitical risks flare up again, one analyst said.

Bitcoin extends gains to $81,500 as tokenization push lifts Bullish, Galaxy, Centrifuge

Bitcoin is consolidating around $81,000, showing limited short-term momentum as institutional demand supports price stability despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.

Bitcoin At $81,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Consolidate As Trump Seeks Iran Progress

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has maintained a neutral outlook for the crypto market in Q2, citing persistent macroeconomic uncertainty while pointing to early signs of stabilization across major digital assets. Macro Forces Dominate Near-Term Outlook In its latest Charting Crypto report, Coinbase said global factors, including inflation risks, potential oil supply disruptions, and slowing economic growth, are continuing to drive market behavior.

Bitcoin 'Materially Undervalued,' Coinbase Report Says—But What About ETH?

Sequans Communications liquidated nearly half its Bitcoin treasury as mounting losses and debt obligations forced a strategic reversal.

French Chipmaker Sequans Dumps Half Its Bitcoin as Treasury Hype Meets Reality

U.S. bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded $532 million in net inflows on May 4, marking the third consecutive day of positive flows, while U.S. ether spot ETFs added $61.29 million on the same day. Key Takeaways: U.S. bitcoin spot ETFs recorded $532M in net inflows, their third consecutive positive day. U.S.

Triple Win for Bitcoin ETFs With $532M Inflow While Ethereum Adds $61M

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes reaffirmed his $125,000 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) target at Consensus Miami 2026, dismissing the CLARITY Act as irrelevant and arguing that fiat liquidity is the only factor that matters. Regulation Won't Move The Needle Hayes bluntly dismissed pending U.S. crypto legislation, including efforts to establish clearer rules for stablecoins and digital assets.

Arthur Hayes Back $125,000 Bitcoin Call, But 'Clarity Act Will Bring Nothing'

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is increasingly being accessed by institutional investors through diversified financial products rather than direct ownership. BTC Next Adoption Phase At a Bitcoin 2026 industry event, participants from Bitwise Asset Management, VanEck, and Kraken laid out the next leg of institutional adoption — and the message was clear: the plumbing is finally here.

How Corporate Bitcoin Adoption Has Created New BTC Investment Vehicles

Sequans Communications sold 1,025 bitcoin during the first quarter of 2026, cutting its digital asset reserves nearly in half.

News for Bitcoin Crypto (BTC)