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.

Bitcoin ended June above $107,000 at a record monthly close. Still, the largest crypto's 2.5% monthly gain failed to match the euro's advance against the dollar, the most liquid FX pair in the world.

Crypto Daybook Americas: Bitcoin Posts Record Monthly Close, but Euro Steals the Show

Ethereum

Ark Invest, a leading investment management firm led by Cathie Wood, has highlighted a pivotal development set to bridge the world of blockchain-based capital with the substantial U.S. mortgage market. What Happened: According to Nick Grous, an associate portfolio manager at Ark Invest, the recent directive from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) instructing Fannie Mae (OTC:FNMA) and Freddie Mac (OTC:FMCC) to consider cryptocurrency holdings, such as Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), for mortgage loan risk assessments marks “crypto's first step into U.S. housing: from wallets to mortgages.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Could Soon Help You Get A Mortgage Now — Cathie Wood's Ark Invest Sees $12 Trillion Opportunity After FHFA Move

The Blockchain Group (ALTBG), listed on Euronext Growth Paris has secured roughly 11 million euros ($13 million) in fresh funding as it doubles down on becoming Europe's first bitcoin (BTC) treasury company.

The Blockchain Group Raises $13M to Advance Bitcoin Treasury Vision

The 200-Week Simple Moving Average (200WMA) for bitcoin BTC is approaching $50,000, currently sitting at approximately $49,223, according to Glassnode data.

BTC's 200-Week Average Rises To $50K To Suggest Long-Term Market Strength

The ongoing streak of daily inflows into Bitcoin ETFs comes as BTC lingers less than 5% below its all-time high of $112,000.

Bitcoin ETFs' inflow streak hits 15 days, pulling in nearly $5 billion as BTC hovers below all-time highs

American Bitcoin Corp, a Miami-based mining company majority owned by Hut 8 (HUT) and backed by the Trump family, has raised $220 million from accredited investors, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

American Bitcoin, Backed by Eric and Donald Trump Jr, Pulls In $220M to Accumulate BTC

Australian bitcoin (BTC) miner IREN (IREN) said it reached its midyear hashrate target of 50 exahashes per second (EH/s) installed self-mining capacity.

Bitcoin Miner IREN Hits 50 EH/s Midyear Hashrate Target, Eyes AI Expansion

After launching its bitcoin treasury strategy in April, The Smarter Web Company's stock soared nearly 20,000% before correcting almost 70%.

The Smarter Web Company ramps up bitcoin treasury with another $25 million buy, taking total holdings past 773 BTC

The profit-taking activity on the Bitcoin network intensified on Monday, keeping bitcoin's (BTC) spot price under pressure on the final day of the second quarter.

Bitcoin Profit Taking Accelerates as BTC Realized Gain Jumps to $2.4B

Entrepreneur and cryptocurrency market commentator Anthony Pompliano projected Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) to soar to a gazillion Monday, driven by massive money printing in a heated economy. What Happened: Pompliano took to X, reading between the lines of a Truth Social post by President Donald Trump.

Anthony Pompliano Says Bitcoin To Reach 'A Gazillion' Driven By Massive Money Printing In A Heated Economy

Samson Mow, CEO of JAN3, has expressed concerns regarding the sustainability of various bitcoin treasury companies led by lesser-known CEOs who may lack a deep understanding of bitcoin. In a recent social media post, Mow stated that these companies are likely to “fold” during significant market downturns, highlighting the fragility of their operations.

Samson Mow Warns Bitcoin Treasury Companies May ‘Fold' in a Drawdown

Sparkassen, a group of savings banks operating across Germany since the first established in Hamburg in 1778, has decided to introduce cryptocurrency trading services for their customers, according to a report by Bloomberg.

Germany's Public Savings Bank Network Sparkassen to Offer Bitcoin Trading to Clients: Report

A bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded product (ETP) that generates yield from decentralized finance (DeFi) markets has debuted on Tuesday, in what issuer Fineqia calls a first of its kind.

Bitcoin ETP With DeFi Yield Goes Live in Europe

Bitcoin ETFs recorded a powerful $2.22 billion net inflow last week, continuing a 3-week streak of green and marking one of 2025's strongest weeks. Ether ETFs also stayed in positive territory for the 7th straight week, adding $283.41 million.

ETF Weekly Recap: Bitcoin ETFs Add $2.22 Billion in a Blistering Week

Dogecoin

A key metric called perpetual funding rates is signaling bullishness for top altcoins as bitcoin (BTC) kicks off the traditionally weak third quarter quarter with flat price action.

XRP, TRX, DOGE Lead Majors With Positive Funding Rates as Bitcoin's Traditionally Weak Quarter Begins

Financial market commentator Robert Kiyosaki said Monday he would continue to accumulate Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) despite finding it “expensive” at $107,000 apiece. What Happened: In an X post, Kiyosaki, the acclaimed author of “Rich Dad Poor Dad”, shared his experience with the apex cryptocurrency.

'Rich Dad Poor Dad' Author Robert Kiyosaki Says Bitcoin At $107,000 Is 'Expensive' But He's Still Buying More

The term ‘store of value' is often treated as static – something an asset either is or is not. But in reality, this designation is earned, not declared. It emerges from collective behavior, infrastructure maturation and social consensus.

Bitcoin Increasingly Aligns With Store of Value Fundamentals

American Bitcoin raised $220 million by selling around 11 million new shares in a private placement, new filing shows.

Trump-backed American Bitcoin raises $220 million to buy bitcoin and mining equipment

Solana

An analyst known for attaining the “Master Trader” rank on the crypto exchange Bybit believes that rallies are in sight for Solana (SOL).

‘We're Back, Baby' – Analyst Flips Bullish on Solana (SOL), Hints at Altcoins Outperforming Bitcoin (BTC)

XRP is emerging as the next big institutional crypto play as public companies embrace it as a treasury cornerstone, signaling explosive mainstream adoption.

XRP Gains Ground With Wall Street as Companies Follow Bitcoin Treasury Model

ETH/BTC futures volume ratio has surged to near-parity at 98%, marking a dramatic reversal from the pessimistic sentiment dominating 2024.

ETH/BTC futures volume ratio surges to near-parity

Lingerie Fighting Championships started to seriously consider Bitcoin as a treasury asset following GameStop's recent buy.

How GameStop Inspired This Lingerie MMA League to Bet on Bitcoin

Coinbase Institutional projects a constructive outlook for cryptocurrency markets in the second half of 2025, driven by economic optimism, corporate adoption and regulatory progress. Positive 2H25 Crypto Outlook Amid Rising Institutional Holdings The report identifies three key themes: improved U.S.

Number of Bitcoin Wallets Holding Over $1 Million Sees Significant Jump: Coinbase Institutional

On the surface, the crypto market barely moved in the first half of 2025.

Bitcoin Carried Crypto Markets in 2025's First Half as Altcoins Crumbled. What's Next?

Bitcoin Magazine German Bank Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe Plans to Offer Bitcoin For Private Customers Germany's largest savings bank financial group will allow private customers to trade Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies by 2026, in partnership with DekaBank. This post German Bank Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe Plans to Offer Bitcoin For Private Customers first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Oscar Zarraga Perez.

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