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, the largest corporate holder of bitcoin in the world, now holds 818,334 BTC, which it said it purchased for nearly $62 billion at an average price of roughly $75,537 per token.

Michael Saylor's Strategy buys 3,273 bitcoin as it inches closer to its 1 million target

Strive also recently tightened its preferred stock's trading range while boosting its monthly dividend yield to 12.75%.

Strive acquires 789 BTC, bumping ninth-largest corporate bitcoin treasury over 14,000 BTC

Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) acquired 3,273 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) for approximately $255 million at an average price of $77,906 per coin during the week ended April 24. The ATM Funding Shift An SEC filing shows that Strategy funded the purchases entirely through the sale of common shares via its at-the-market equity offering program.

Strategy Buys 3,273 Bitcoin For $255 Million: MSTR Targets $205

Satori Coin is launching in the U.S. with physical Bitcoin collectibles that embed private keys in tamper-evident coins.

Satori Coin Enters U.S. Market With Physical Bitcoin Collectibles

TD Cowen said The Smarter Web Company has strengthened its position as the only UK-listed bitcoin treasury vehicle at scale.

TD Cowen reiterates buy rating on Smarter Web Company, says it remains UK's only scaled bitcoin treasury vehicle

The nine-day inflow streak saw spot Bitcoin ETFs draw in $2.1 billion, but experts warn of “net negative” on-chain demand.

Bitcoin ETFs Extend Longest Win Streak Since September, But Spot Demand Lags

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) hit a 12-week high of $79,488 on Monday morning as Iran offered a new proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, extending April's rally to 16%. The Iran Deal Catalyst The rally marked the highest level since January 31 and the first monthly double-digit gain since May 2025.

Bitcoin Taps $79,000 As April Rally Extends To 16%: Why Is BTC Going Up?

Strategy, the Virginia-based business intelligence firm led by executive chairman Michael Saylor, acquired 3,273 bitcoin for approximately $255 million on April 27, 2026, bringing the company's total reserves to 818,334 BTC. Key Takeaways: Strategy acquired 3,273 BTC for $255 million on April 27, pushing total holdings to 818,334 BTC.

Strategy Buys 3,273 Bitcoin for $255M, Total Holdings Hit 818,334 BTC

Total assets under management across crypto funds rose to $155 billion, the highest level since February 1, though still well below the $263 billion peak from October 2025.

Bitcoin funds take in $933 million as crypto ETFs hit highest AUM since February

Strategy's holdings account for 3.9% of the total 21 million bitcoin supply — worth around $63.7 billion.

‘The beat goes on': Michael Saylor's Strategy adds 3,273 bitcoin for $255 million as holdings reach 818,334 BTC

Bitcoin BTC$77,785.28 is doing that familiar dance just below a big round number, $80,000, stalled by sellers even as fresh stablecoin liquidity, ETF demand and a risk-on equity market suggest the breakout may be delayed rather than denied.

Bitcoin hits wall at $80,000, one analyst says the pullback is temporary

Ethereum

Notorious crypto trader Machi Big Brother has opened a combined $86 million long position across bitcoin and ethereum, holding $44.2 million in BTC and $41.8 million in ETH. Key Takeaways: Machi Big Brother holds $44.2 million BTC and $41.8 million ETH onchain, per Arkham Intelligence data. Machi has lost $73.

Machi Big Brother Opens $86 Million Bitcoin and Ethereum Long After Losing $73 Million Over Six Months

BTC fails at $80,000 and drops 2% as rising oil prices weigh on sentiment with altcoins leading losses across a volatile session.

Bitcoin reverses from $79,500 as oil surge triggers broader crypto selloff

Improving institutional demand spurred by bitcoin's multi-week high pushed $1.2 billion in weekly flows to crypto funds.

Bitcoin leads $1.2B weekly haul for global crypto funds as institutional demand builds: CoinShares

Following the proposal from Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, bitcoin experienced a volatile session, briefly surging to nearly $79,500 before retreating to $77,500 early Monday. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $79,490 on April 27 before a sharp retreat following news of a proposed U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Market volatility exceeding 2.63% saw Coinglass report $56.

Bitcoin Erases $30 Billion in Value After Early Monday Price Rejection

Influential Wall Street investor Jordi Visser urged investors on Saturday to assess their outlook on the fiat system and adjust portfolios accordingly, favoring assets like Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). Pace Of Innovation Increasing, Says Visser During an interview with entrepreneur and investor Anthony Pompliano, Visser stated that the pace of innovation is accelerating, with each year equating to a decade of progress.

Wall Street Veteran Jordi Visser Says World Could See Two Centuries Of Innovation In 20 Years And That's Why You Should Hold This Much Bitcoin

SEC Chair Paul Atkins is set to deliver a fireside chat at the Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas on Monday, marking the first time a sitting U.S. securities regulator has spoken at the annual event.

SEC Chair Paul Atkins Makes History as First Sitting Commissioner to Address the Bitcoin Conference

Paul Sztorc proposes a 2026 hard fork of Bitcoin called eCash, giving BTC holders equivalent tokens and adding Drivechains.

A long-time developer wants to split Bitcoin blockchain and reassign Satoshi coins. The community is calling it a theft

BTC crossed $79,000 on Monday as the Bitcoin 2026 conference opened its doors at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, extending a four-week rally underpinned by record ETF inflows, easing geopolitical tensions, and fresh regulatory clarity from U.S. authorities.

BTC Touches $79,000 on Day One of the Bitcoin 2026 Conference in Las Vegas

Bitcoin tagged a 12-week high of $79,399 overnight before sellers stepped in Asian morning hours on Monday, dousing a rally that setup the asset for a run to $80,000 for the first time since January.

Bitcoin pulls back from 12-week high as Iran rally hits seller wall at $79,400

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index rose to 47, returning to the 'Neutral' zone from around 12 in 'Extreme Fear' last month.

Bitcoin climbs above $79,000, Asian equities rise amid ‘subdued' geopolitical tensions

Dogecoin

Leading cryptocurrencies lifted while stock futures ticked lower on Sunday, amid uncertainty from stalled Iran peace talks.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Rally Despite Stalled Iran Peace Talks: Analyst Says BTC Breaking Past This Barrier Will Open The Gates To $86,000

This week was a whirlwind of activity in the crypto world. From Blockchain Capital setting its sights on a hefty $700 million despite a struggling crypto market, to Senator Bernie Sanders blasting the Trump family's crypto dealings, the news was buzzing.

Weekend Round-Up: Blockchain Capital's $700 Million Target, Sanders' Crypto Critique And Bitcoin's Future

The bitcoin mining and digital infrastructure sector has had a split personality through the first four months of 2026. Bitcoin itself opened the year around $88,700 and has spent most of its time grinding lower, sitting around $76,000 to $78,000 as April comes to a close, a loss of roughly 12% since January 1.

Miners Beat Bitcoin by 70% in 2026 as Terawulf Locks $12.8B in AI Contracts

Long bias from the largest perpetual traders on Hyperliquid has built steadily through February, March and April, with the position now leaning aggressively long as bitcoin tags $80,000 and US-Iran talks resume.

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