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.

Solana

A long-skewed liquidation cascade flushed leverage across the major tokens overnight, with the move tracking a global bond selloff and the worst session for U.S. stocks since March.

Crypto longs lose $500 million as bitcoin slides to $78,000, SOL and XRP down 5%

Strategy plans to repurchase about $1.5 billion of convertible notes, with the final price tied partly to its stock performance. The filing also lists bitcoin sales as a possible funding source, renewing focus on its treasury strategy. Strategy Details $1.5 Billion Convertible Note Repurchase Plan On May 15, Strategy Inc.

Strategy to Repurchase $1.5B in Notes, Says Bitcoin Sales Could Fund Deal

Arkham Intelligence data shows that over $1 billion in bitcoin has left wallets attributed to Bhutan in the past year, flowing to exchanges and trading firms. The country says it has not sold any.

Bhutan ‘doesn't recall' selling any bitcoin, disputing widely-tracked $1 billion BTC drawdown

Organizers of the Bitcoin Open have confirmed the June 8, 2026 date at Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville, Ontario, during the venue's 50th anniversary year. The event combines a team scramble golf tournament with an evening Texas Hold'em poker tournament.

Bitcoin Open Heads to Iconic Glen Abbey Golf Club for June 8, 2026 Event

Chainlink

The Bitcoin DeFi protocol is moving its assets away from LayerZero following the Kelp DAO exploit that led to the loss of $292 million.

Lombard Finance Dumps LayerZero, Will Use Chainlink to Power $1 Billion in Bitcoin Assets

Bitcoin ETFs snapped back into positive territory on Thursday with $131 million in fresh inflows, signaling a renewed wave of institutional demand after two difficult sessions. Ether ETFs, however, remained under pressure with a fourth consecutive day of outflows, while XRP and solana products continued to attract steady capital.

Blackrock Drives Bitcoin ETF Recovery as Trading Volume Surges to $2.76B

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Bitcoin slipped back below $80,000 on Friday as traders locked in profits and broader crypto sentiment cooled. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index dropped to 46, keeping sentiment in neutral territory despite renewed volatility across major cryptocurrencies.

Bitcoin Drops To $79,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Pull Back Gains But Trader Says 'Not A Panic Level'

Bitcoin's drop below $79,000 was driven by a sharp swing in global risk sentiment after the U.S.–China summit ended without progress and fresh Middle East tensions rattled markets.

Bitcoin Slides Below $79K as Trump's Iran Threat Sends Oil Past $105

Mubadala Investment Company boosted its stake in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust by 16% in Q1 2026.

Abu Dhabi's Mubadala Raises Bitcoin ETF Stake 16% to $566 Million in Q1 2026

Bitcoin Depot issued a “going concern” warning, signaling severe uncertainty over its ability to survive the next 12 months.

Bitcoin Depot Flashes Bankruptcy Warning as ATM Revenue Falls, Regulatory Scrutiny Grows

Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss announced a $100 million Bitcoin-funded investment into Gemini alongside a Q1 earnings report showing 42% year-over-year revenue growth.

Gemini Stock Jumps After Winklevoss Twins Make $100M Bitcoin Bet on Company Future

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) recent rally toward the $74,000-$87,000 region fits a classic counter trend bounce rather than the start of a new bull market, according to a prominent analyst. Why Is A Summer Weakness Predicted Crypto analyst Kevin who earlier called Bitcoin's rejection near $120,000-$125,000 says the market may still face another major leg lower before the next true bull cycle begins.

This Analyst Called Bitcoin's Top At $125,000—And Now He's Calling For A Bearish Summer

IREN, a prominent Bitcoin mining firm, completed a $3 billion convertible notes offering to accelerate its AI cloud infrastructure buildout.

Bitcoin Miner IREN Closes $3 Billion Convertible Notes Offering to Fuel AI Transformation

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is battling the 200-day moving average at $82,400, the same resistance level that capped bear market rallies in 2014, 2018, and 2022 before major crashes. 200-Day MA: The Line Between $95,000 And $70,000 Analyst Benjamin Cowen pointed out that Bitcoin rallied 37% from $60,000 in February to $82,000, mirroring the 2022 bear market when a 43% rally stalled at the identical technical level between March and May.

Bitcoin Could Run To $95,000 Or Crash To $70,000: Here's The Deciding Factor

Strategy is taking steps to pare down convertible debt with an agreement to repurchase $1.5 billion in notes—and again teased Bitcoin sales.

Bitcoin Giant Strategy Moves to Retire $1.5 Billion in Convertible Debt, Says It Could Sell BTC

Stocks, gold and crypto slide while crude oil tops $100 and traders rapidly reprice Fed expectations for rate hikes.

Bitcoin tumbles below $79,000 as rising bond yields, inflation worries rattle markets

Crypto exchange Gemini secured a $100 million Bitcoin investment from its founders' fund, and revealed a 42% YOY Q1 revenue bump.

Gemini Stock Jumps on Revenue Rise, $100M Bitcoin Investment From Winklevoss Capital

Strategy Inc (NASDAQ:MSTR) Executive Chairman Michael Saylor is working on a “flywheel” to propel Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) to his $1 million price target, according to prominent industry experts. Why Traders Think The “Flywheel” Is Strengthening Prominent Bitcoin advocate Scott Melker argued on the Lark Davis show on May 15 that investors are increasingly front-running expected Bitcoin purchases tied to Strategy's capital raises and preferred-share programs.

Saylor 'Selling' Bitcoin Is A Ruse, Analysts Argue—Better Watch His 'Flywheel' Pumping BTC

Strategy is buying back $1.5 billion of its 2029 convertible notes for $1.38 billion, potentially selling bitcoin to fund the deal.

Strategy to retire $1.5 billion in convertible notes at a discount, may sell bitcoin to fund buyback

Analysts point to profit-taking, not panic, with ETF outflows at their worst pace since February as 10-year Treasury yield soars.

Bitcoin Shrugs off CLARITY gains as Institutions Sell Amid Surging Treasury Yields

Led by Michael Saylor, the company aims to retire half of its outstanding 0% 2029 converts as it restructures liabilities tied to its bitcoin treasury strategy.

Strategy to repurchase $1.5 billion of 2029 convertible bonds using cash or bitcoin sales

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) got rejected by the 200-day moving average at $82,400 on Thursday, mirroring the exact pattern from the 2022 bear market when a similar bounce failed at the same technical level. Same Rejection Pattern As 2022 Bear Market CryptoQuant Head of Research Julio Moreno pointed out that Bitcoin rallied 37% from $60,000 in February to $82,000 before hitting resistance at the 200-day MA.

Bitcoin's Rally Peaks At $82,000: Don't Look At This 2022 Pattern If You're Bullish

Gemini's revenue improved 42% year-over-year to $50.3 million, helping narrow its net loss by 27% from $149.3 million a year earlier.

Winklevoss' Gemini jumps 25% on $100 million bitcoin infusion despite deepening losses

Bitcoin hovers near $80,000 as improving regulatory momentum surrounding the Clarity Act helped strengthen institutional sentiment across crypto markets. Bitcoin ETFs saw $131.3 million in net inflows on Thursday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $5.7 million in net outflows.

Bitcoin Holds $80,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Edge Higher As Clarity Act Boosts Institutional Optimism

IREN closed $3 billion in convertible notes at a 1% coupon due 2033 to fund AI cloud expansion following its Nvidia and Microsoft deals.

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