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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.

Coinbase co-founder and CEO Brian Armstrong believes the US crypto strategic reserve recently announced by President Donald Trump should exclusively consist of Bitcoin (BTC). On the social media platform X, Armstrong says having “just Bitcoin” in the US crypto strategic reserve “would probably be the best option.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Says ‘Just Bitcoin' the Best Option for US Crypto Strategic Reserve

Widely followed quant analyst PlanB says Bitcoin's (BTC) latest correction is now raising questions as to whether its bull cycle is on the verge of ending.

PlanB Says Bitcoin Bull Market at New Crossroads Following Deep Correction – Here's His Outlook

As bitcoin holds steady above the $88,000 threshold, Michael Saylor's Strategy (formerly Microstrategy) maintains a 29% gain on its extensive BTC holdings. Meanwhile, MSTR shares have climbed more than 11% over the past week, defying the broader downturn in the crypto sector.

No Diversification, No Problem: Strategy's BTC Play Beats an ETH Alternative

Dogecoin

Ethereum

Cryptocurrency markets have bounced back into the green on Tuesday, recovering from earlier losses as excitement builds ahead of the crypto summit on Friday. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $87,881.40 +2.5% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,167.42 +2.3% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $143.26 +0.6% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.49 +5% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.2003 +0.09% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001308 +1.1% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 32.8% and daily active addresses growing by 20.4%.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Recover Losses, Dogecoin Lags: Trader Expects Consolidation Until Friday's Crypto Summit

The telecom and retail tycoon now holds most of his liquid assets in cryptocurrency, a substantial increase from previous allocations.

'Buy Everything You Can': Mexican Billionaire Ricardo Salinas Now Holds 70% of Personal Portfolio in Bitcoin

Solana

The White House's “Crypto Czar” David Sacks says he sold all of his crypto, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL), before the start of Donald Trump's presidency. Sacks says he also owned a $74,000 position in a Bitwise exchange-traded fund, which he sold on January 22nd, two days after Trump's inauguration.

Crypto Czar David Sacks Says He Sold All Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana Prior to Trump's Inauguration

The CEO of the recently hacked crypto exchange Bybit says that North Korean hackers have converted 417,348 stolen Ethereum (ETH) into Bitcoin (BTC). According to Bybit CEO Ben Zhou, North Korean state-sponsored hackers stole approximately $1.4 billion in ETH from Bybit, bridging a significant portion of the assets to Bitcoin.

North Korean Hackers Convert 417,348 Ethereum Worth $1,000,000,000 Into Bitcoin Mostly via THORChain: Bybit CEO

The following article is adapted from The Block's newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

The Daily: Trump's crypto reserve plan sparks criticism, bitcoin and ether slide as new tariffs take effect and more

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin And Africa: Why Not Strategic Beef Reserve? African nations very frequently hold strategic stores of commodities, a reserve of Bitcoin could be a more functional strategy. This post Bitcoin And Africa: Why Not Strategic Beef Reserve? first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Heritage Falodun.

Bitcoin And Africa: Why Not Strategic Beef Reserve?

The crypto market is witnessing a fresh cascade of liquidations as President Trump's tariff threats become reality. Trump has officially implemented 25% tariffs against both Canada and Mexico, triggering a 500 point drop in the Dow, alongside small drops in the Nasdaq and S&P 500.

$1,000,000,000 in Bitcoin and Crypto Liquidated As Trump Tariffs Take Effect

The largest asset manager in the world says there is not enough Bitcoin (BTC) to meet the demand from American billionaires. In a new report titled “Why bitcoin? A perspective from model portfolio builders,” BlackRock analysts Michael Gates and Brett Wager details how Bitcoin is inelastic to demand, unlike gold.

BlackRock Issues Bitcoin Supply Shock Warning, Says There's Not Enough Coins for US Millionaires

Cardano

The cryptocurrency sector, often unified in its push against traditional financial systems, is facing a deepening rift over President Donald Trump's proposal to create a U.S. strategic reserve of digital assets. What Happened: Unveiled in early March, the plan as ignited fierce debate over its implications for fiscal responsibility, economic equity, and the very ethos of the crypto movement.

Donald Trump's Bitcoin, XRP, Cardano Reserve Proposal Drives Wedge In Crypto Industry

President Donald Trump in what some have dubbed “The Trump Effect,” caused a 7.28% slump in crypto markets on Tuesday after confirming that the U.S. will slap a 25% tariff on nearly all Canadian and Mexican imports.

Trump Tariff Announcement Sees Bitcoin Tumble Below $82K

Standard Chartered warns that bitcoin's price could drop to as low as $69,000, bringing it closer to MSTRs average purchase price of $65,000.

Bitcoin and Strategy face volatility as key support level nears, Standard Chartered warns

The price of Bitcoin slipped below $82,000 Tuesday, reversing recent gains as President Trump's 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada took effect.

Bitcoin Sinks Further as Tariff Fears Wipe Out Trump ‘Reserve' Gains

Real Vision Founder and CEO Raoul Pal on Tuesday forecasted that the current cryptocurrency bull market cycle, initially expected to peak in 2025, may extend into 2026 due to a prolonged business cycle. What Happened: Pal addressed the chaotic market conditions, providing reassurance to crypto investors navigating sharp volatility and outlining why he believes the cycle's expansion aligns with broader economic indicators.

Raoul Pal Predicts Extended Crypto Cycle Into 2026, Bitcoin, Solana Corrections Are Typical Volatility

Salinas revealed details of how much bitcoin exposure he has in his personal portfolio in an interview with Bloomberg and described the cryptocurrency as “the hardest asset in the world.

Mexican Billionaire Ricardo Salinas Says Bitcoin Now Makes Up 70% of His Personal Portfolio

Bitcoin Magazine Mexican Billionaire Salinas Says He Has 70% Bitcoin-Related Exposure Mexican billionaire Ricardo Salinas reveals 70% of his investment portfolio is now allocated to bitcoin, up from just 10% in 2020. This post Mexican Billionaire Salinas Says He Has 70% Bitcoin-Related Exposure first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Vivek Sen Bitcoin.

Mexican Billionaire Salinas Says He Has 70% Bitcoin-Related Exposure

The new rules require the publication of all government Bitcoin wallet addresses and audited financial statements for crypto-related entities.

IMF Imposes New Bitcoin Rules on El Salvador Through Its $1.4 Billion Loan

Bitcoin struggles to fulfill safe-haven aspirations, whilst gold gains favor among investors seeking shelter from market volatility.

Bitcoin failing as safe haven asset as gold soars amid Trump tariff trade tensions, analysts say

Following the announcement of a strategic crypto stockpile containing altcoins, several cabinet members of the Trump administration have drawn scrutiny for their crypto holdings. What Happened: In an X post on Tuesday, market commentator ‘The Pelosi Tracker' noted that Trump's proposed crypto strategic reserve has sparked debate, as several of his cabinet members hold substantial crypto assets.

Trump's Cabinet Holds Bitcoin, Solana, Ethereum—But No Cardano Or XRP

Prominent venture capitalist Chris Burniske says the recent pullback in the crypto markets shouldn't discourage traders from staying invested in the sector. What Happened: In a post on X on Tuesday, Burniske noted that capitulation talk is everywhere, but historically, pivotal crypto moments have never been easy.

Why The Bitcoin Pullback May Have A Silver Lining For Long-Term Investors

The IMF published a new staff country report related to El Salvador in which the fund underscored that El Salvador bitcoin accumulation needs to stop.

El Salvador Bitcoin Accumulation Needs To Stop, IMF Says

A broad market sell-off hit both crypto, driving $1 billion in liquidations, amid fears of economic fallout from Trump administration tariffs.

Bitcoin and crypto market downturn sparks $1 billion in liquidations

Bitcoin Magazine THNDR Releases Skill-Based Blackjack Game With Bitcoin Lightning Network-Powered Payouts THNDR's latest skill-based gaming offering, Blackjack, aims to attract strategic online gamblers, and uses Lightning to solve payout liquidity challenges. This post THNDR Releases Skill-Based Blackjack Game With Bitcoin Lightning Network-Powered Payouts first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Frank Corva.

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