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.

The central bank is expected to hold its benchmark interest rate steady.

Bitcoin Stumbles as Trump Threatens Tariffs Ahead of Fed Decision

House Republicans unveil discussion draft of crypto legislation bill, and DeFi Development Corp plans to acquire a Solana validator business for $3.5 million.

The Daily: Riot Platforms sells mined bitcoin, Indonesia suspends World, Strategy buys more BTC and more

Fundstrat's Tom Lee says that Bitcoin (BTC) is signaling bullishness for the stock market for one key reason.

Bitcoin Hinting at Big Stock Market Recovery, According to Fundstrat's Tom Lee – Here's Why

Bitcoin ETFs posted a $1.81 billion net inflow for the week ending May 2, marking their 3rd consecutive week in the green. Ether ETFs also saw another week of gains, pulling in $106.75 million and extending their rebound.

Weekly ETF Recap: 3rd Straight Week of Gains as Bitcoin ETFs Attract $1.81 Billion

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Major cryptocurrencies are off to a muted start this week as traders brace for the FOMC meeting and key macroeconomic data that could shape the market's next move. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $94,789.50 -0.6% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $1,823.86 -0.2% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $146.88 -0.01% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.15 -0.6% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1722 +0.2% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001284 +1.3% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 3.5% and daily active addresses falling by 11.6%.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Start FOMC Week Sluggish: 'Dips Are Gifts, Resume Up Only,' Trader Says

Warren Buffett, the billionaire investor who helped shape Berkshire Hathaway into a global investment powerhouse, is stepping down as CEO at year-end — but his distaste for bitcoin (BTC) will likely live on at the firm.

Bitcoin Likely Still 'Rat Poison' at Berkshire Hathaway Even Without Warren Buffett

Riot Platforms sold 475 BTC in April, its first major bitcoin sale since January 2024, generating approximately $38.8 million in net proceeds.

Riot Platforms sells mined bitcoin for first time since January 2024, nets $38.8 million

Cardano

BitcoinOS reports that it has successfully executed the first-ever bridgeless cross-chain transfer of bitcoin, moving 1 BTC between the Bitcoin and Cardano blockchains without relying on traditional intermediaries. Bridgeless Era Begins: BitcoinOS Transfers BTC to Cardano Using ZK Proofs The demonstration, conducted on mainnet, marks a pivotal advancement in blockchain interoperability.

BitcoinOS Completes First Bridgeless Cross-Chain BTC Transfer Between Bitcoin and Cardano

Analysts at the firm are predicting Strategy—MSTR—copycats to continue buying cryptocurrency.

Corporate Treasuries Will Add $330 Billion in Bitcoin by 2029: Bernstein

Bitcoin Magazine Semler Scientific Buys 167 More BTC, Now One Of The Largest Bitcoin Treasury Holders In U.S. Semler Scientific (Nasdaq: SMLR) has acquired 167 additional bitcoins for $16.2 million between April 30 and May 2, 2025, using proceeds from its at-the-market (ATM) equity offering. This latest purchase brings the company's total BTC holdings to 3,634, making it one of the largest public Bitcoin treasury companies in the United States.

Semler Scientific Buys 167 More BTC, Now One Of The Largest Bitcoin Treasury Holders In U.S.

Crypto markets slumped on Monday morning, with seven of the top ten cryptocurrencies in the red, including bitcoin. Market Dip Drags Bitcoin Under $94K While Equities Hold Steady Bitcoin (BTC) fell to $94K on Monday morning as crypto markets tumbled 1.06% to a market capitalization of $2.93 trillion, according to data from Coinmarketcap.

Bitcoin Retreats to $94K as Crypto Markets Dip and Stocks Trade Flat

MSTR earnings came out May 1. My morning media stops last Thursday (here and here) asked for a preview.

Reflections on Those MSTR Bitcoin ‘Earnings'

Bitcoin Magazine Riot Produces 463 BTC in April During Strategic Transition Riot Platforms mined 463 Bitcoin in April and finalized a major asset acquisition, signaling a strategic shift away from hosting services and toward fully integrated mining operations. This post Riot Produces 463 BTC in April During Strategic Transition first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jenna Montgomery.

Riot Produces 463 BTC in April During Strategic Transition

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) ended the week with a thunderous $675 million inflow, entirely powered by Blackrock's IBIT. Ether ETFs also maintained positive momentum, adding $20 million through ETHA alone.

Blackrock Dominates ETF Flows Again as Bitcoin and Ether Inflows Soar

Stablecoin giant Tether's dive into AI promises Bitcoin-integrated apps and decentralized tech. Here's what we know so far.

Tether Jumps Into AI Race With Open-Source Platform, Planned Bitcoin and USDT Payments

Corporate treasury buying of bitcoin (BTC) could reach $330 billion by the end of 2029, broker Bernstein said in a research report Monday.

Bitcoin to See Additional $330B of Corporate Treasury Inflows by 2029: Bernstein

The company upped its Bitcoin acquisition target to $84 billion last week.

Strategy Adds $180 Million in Bitcoin Ahead of Expanding BTC Push

Bernstein said publicly traded companies would increasingly buy bitcoin for their balance sheets amid regulation changes.

Strategy and its corporate copycats could add $330 billion to Bitcoin treasuries in next five years: Bernstein

Bitcoin-holding public companies may be sitting on a powerful market catalyst: untapped issuance capacity that could meaningfully raise bitcoin's (BTC) price, according to new research from NYDIG.

Bitcoin Treasury Firms' 'Dry Powder' Could Push Prices Up Significantly: NYDIG

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and crypto markets are entering the second leg of what macro expert Raoul Pal calls the "banana zone", a steep, liquidity-driven bull phase. What Happened: Speaking at the Sui Basecamp at the Token2049 conference in Dubai, Pal remained confident in the uptrend despite volatility, citing Bitcoin's historical bull cycles, such as 2017, which included multiple 27–39% corrections along the way.

Bitcoin Could Hit $450,000, Raoul Pal Says: 'Don't Screw This Up'

Semler Scientific, Inc. has acquired an additional 167 bitcoins for $16.2 million, bolstering its total holdings to 3,634 BTC and securing its position as the fourth-largest Bitcoin treasury company in the U.S., according to a May 5 regulatory filing. Semler Scientific's Bitcoin Holdings Surge to 3,634 BTC with 22.

Semler Scientific Adds 167 Bitcoins to Treasury, Total Reaches 3,634 BTC

Bitcoin price slid 1.6% on Monday to $93,808 as investors weighed continued ETF inflows against persistent macro headwinds and technical resistance levels. The largest cryptocurrency is now down 1% over the past week, though it remains up 13.6% over the last month.

Bitcoin Drops Below $94K Despite $1.8 Billion ETF Inflows

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

Bitcoin's Support at $88.8K in Focus After Trendline Break; XRP Eyes Death Cross: Technical Analysis

Bitcoin Magazine Strategy Buys $180 Million Worth of Bitcoin Strategy acquired an additional 1,895 bitcoin for $180.3 million last week as the business intelligence firm continues its aggressive accumulation strategy while expanding its capital-raising programs. This post Strategy Buys $180 Million Worth of Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Vivek Sen.

Strategy Buys $180 Million Worth of Bitcoin

Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) on Monday announced it has added 1,895 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) to its corporate treasury for $180.3 million, paying an average of $95,167 per BTC. As of May 4, the company holds 555,450 BTC acquired for $38.08 billion at an average cost basis of $68,550 per coin.

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