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.

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Cryptocurrency markets are trading flat on Monday morning, with the Fear and Greed Index at a neutral 52, according to data by CoinMarketCap. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $107,795.52 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,461.70 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $150.49 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.17 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1650 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001146 Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows Bitcoin and Ethereum large transaction volume decreased by 7% and 11.5%, respectively.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Start Monday Flat As Traders Hope For Bullish July

Adam Back took to social media to debunk claims about paper bitcoin, stating that large institutions are taking delivery of their purchases with custodians. However, a discussion ensued, with some claiming that this phenomenon is real and that there are billions of fake BTC in the market.

Legendary Bitcoiner Debunks Paper Bitcoin, Sparks Discussion on the Phenomenon

Bitcoin and crypto traders are eyeing what Trump's crypto czar David Sacks has said will be a “big” July

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This is a daily technical analysis by CoinDesk analyst and Chartered Market Technician Omkar Godbole.

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That's the message from a market maker as bitcoin continues to bore traders with prices caught in crosswinds of continued ETF inflows and selling by long-term holders.

Crypto Daybook Americas: Bitcoin 'Calm Rarely Lasts'

Bitcoin's hashprice has surged to its highest level since early February, rising above $58.5/PH/s following a 7.4% decline in network difficulty—the steepest drop since the aftermath of China's 2021 mining ban.

Bitcoin Hashprice Nears 5-Month High After Record Difficulty Drop Since China Ban

Spanish franchise Vanadi Coffee is now ready to execute its bitcoin purchase strategy and cryptocurrency pivot following the approval of this move at a shareholder meeting. The company already holds 54 BTC under the custody of the Spain-based exchange Bit2me.

Spanish Coffee Shop Franchise Joins the Bitcoin Treasury Craze: Approves €1B Purchase Strategy

Bitcoin (BTC) has been consolidating above $100,000 since the start of May. The only time the price drop below $100,000 was on 22 June, which was a weekend when tensions escalated between Iran and the U.S.

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The Blockchain Group (ALTBG) announced a series of strategic moves enhancing both its bitcoin treasury BTC and capital structure.

The Blockchain Group Bolsters Bitcoin Holdings and Capital Base

Metaplanet (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 3350 / OTCQX: MTPLF), a publicly listed bitcoin treasury company based in Japan, has announced the acquisition of an additional 1,005 bitcoin as part of its ongoing Bitcoin Treasury Operations, bringing its total holdings to 13,350 BTC.

Metaplanet Acquires Extra 1,005 Bitcoin, Boosting Total Holdings to 13,350 BTC

Bitcoin (BTC) options flow on the leading decentralized onchain platform Derive.xyz shows that traders are preparing for downside price volatility over the next couple of weeks.

Bitcoin DEX Traders Position for Downside Volatility With $85K-$106K Puts, Derive Data Show

A widely followed crypto analyst says that Bitcoin (BTC) treasury firms could push the crypto king to a $150,000 price tag, possibly even higher.

Crypto Analyst Sees Bitcoin Treasury Companies Igniting BTC Rallies to $150,000 or Higher – Unless This Happens

Japanese investment firm Metaplanet Inc. (OTC:MTPLF) surpassed a couple more Nasdaq-listed companies to become the fifth-largest Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) corporate holder on Monday. What happened: The Tokyo-headquartered firm announced the additional purchase of 1,005 BTC at an average price of approximately $107,923 per BTC via an X post.

Japanese Bitcoin Stock: Michael Saylor-Inspired Company Leaves Galaxy, CleanSpark Trailing, Becomes Fifth-Largest BTC Corporate Holder

Wintermute, a digital assets-focused market maker and OTC desk, has attained a bitcoin(BTC)-backed credit line from Cantor Fitzgerald, following similar financing deals announced last month with Maple Finance and FalconX.

Crypto Market Maker Wintermute Snags Bitcoin Credit Line From Cantor Fitzgerald

Bitcoin and ether gained amid Iran-Israel ceasefire relief, while investors await key official remarks and macro data releases.

Bitcoin steadies above $108,000 as traders brace for key macro data and Powell remarks

BlackRock's spot bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) listed on Nasdaq under the ticker IBIT rose 3.49% last week, snapping a four-week downtrend in trading volumes.

BlackRock's Spot Bitcoin ETF Snaps Four-Week Downtrend in Volumes

Metaplanet has bought 1,005 bitcoin (BTC) pushing its total stash of the largest cryptocurrency to 13,350 BTC.

Metaplanet Acquires 1,005 Bitcoin, Issues $208M Bonds for Further BTC Buys

With just six locations and millions in losses, Vanadi is hoping its crypto pivot can lift financials and bolster confidence in its business.

Why Spanish Vanadi Coffee's $1.1B Bitcoin Bet Will ‘Likely Fail'

Metaplanet's latest bitcoin purchase puts it ahead of Galaxy Digital, which holds 12,830 BTC, and CleanSpark, with 12,502 BTC.

Metaplanet buys 1,005 Bitcoin to reach 13,350 BTC in total holdings, surpassing Galaxy Digital and CleanSpark

Seasoned investor Cathie Wood said Saturday that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) holders may not hesitate to shift their holdings to a centralized cryptocurrency exchange to avail home loans. What Happened: Wood, the CEO of ARK Invest, was responding to an X user who suggested that Bitcoin holders, who typically self-custody their assets, would be unlikely to move their holdings to a centralized exchange to help their loan applications.

Bitcoin Investors Faced Mortgage Hurdles Due to Crypto-Tied Assets, Says Cathie Wood: 'Won't Be Surprised' If They Were To Shift Some Of Their BTC To Coinbase

Bitcoin remains rangebound, as options and on-chain data point to rising volatility amid looming macro policy shifts.

Bitcoin Holds Steady as ECB Forum Looms, Traders Gear for Volatility Shift

Bitcoin (BTC) BTC traded at $107,937 as of 22:22 UTC on Sunday, up 0.54% over the past 24 hours, as attention turned to fiscal policy tensions in Washington following President Trump's latest post on Truth Social.

Bitcoin Jumps After Trump Says Growth Will Offset Deficits, Boosting Bull Case for BTC and Gold

The Alicante-based chain operates six locations and posted heavy losses in 2024, but its shares have rebounded since announcing the BTC plan.

Shareholders of struggling Spanish chain Vanadi Coffee back €1 billion Bitcoin plan

A crypto analyst gaining traction for timely Bitcoin calls is outlining a scenario where BTC breaks free from sideways trading and surges to new all-time highs.

Crypto Strategist Unveils Bitcoin Path to New All-Time High Next Month, Says Plenty of Liquidity To Trigger Run for Altcoins

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