BITCOIN
Bitcoin (BTC) is the world’s first open-source, peer-to-peer cryptocurrency developed by a pseudonymous person or group of people under the name of Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008. The identity of Satoshi Nakamoto remains a mystery. The crypto is run on distributed ledger technology, also known as blockchain. Bitcoin allows for lower transaction fees than traditional online payment systems, and is decentralized, unlike government-backed currencies. Bitcoin is the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization and has a limit of 21 million coins. The cryptocurrency uses a proof-of-work protocol to enable security, privacy, and legitimacy of monetary transactions. The issuance of Bitcoin requires mining, where programmers solve a difficult cryptographic puzzle to be able to mine Bitcoin, which earns them a reward. Bitcoin remains the most popular cryptocurrencies, all other cryptocurrencies are known as altcoins.
Polymarket odds put BTC above $54K at 99.95% as $64K stays a coin flip
Bitcoin traded flat near $64,200 as oil hit a one-month high on escalating U.S.-Iran strikes, reviving inflation and rate fears that can weigh on risk assets.
Polymarket odds peg BTC above $52K at 99.95% for July 20
A recent analysis says Bitcoin’s rally followed softer headline inflation driven by cheaper energy, while core pressure and tariffs may be understated and oil is rebounding.
Polymarket sees BTC above $52K on July 20 at 99.95% despite risk headlines
A new report argues Bitcoin could be the first market to react this weekend to Strait of Hormuz shipping risks, with oil and equity markets shut and thin liquidity amplifying swings.
Polymarket odds peg BTC’s July 20 pivot near $64K as support debate builds
Bitcoin traded around $62,500–$64,300 heading into the weekend, with $62,500 flagged as key support as altcoins stay weak since July 10.
Polymarket odds swing to 94% Fed hold after softer inflation lifts BTC mood
Crypto investment products reportedly ended an $8B outflow streak after weaker US inflation data brightened Bitcoin sentiment.
Polymarket odds hold at 99.95% for BTC above $54K by July 20
On July 16, a Rotterdam court declared Dutch crypto exchange Knaken and its payments foundation bankrupt after customers were locked out and prosecutors flagged about €7 million missing.
Polymarket prices 99.95% BTC above $52K by July 20 as ETH vol bet looms
Ahead of July 24 expiry, a trader opened a roughly $28 million notional ETH long straddle at a $1,875 strike, risking about $852,000 in premium to bet on a big move.
Glassnode's Bitcoin Vector #64 Highlights BTC's Macro Role
Glassnode's Bitcoin Vector #64 explores BTC's market influence amid a $64,118 price point and ongoing macroeconomic volatility.
Crypto Market Cap Drops 12.6% in Q2 2026, Bitcoin Leads Decline
Q2 2026 saw a $304.8B drop in crypto market cap, prolonged Bitcoin and Ethereum losses, and Hyperliquid's HYPE entering the top 10.
Polymarket prices BTC above $54K at 99.95% as dormant wallet stirs
A long-dormant Bitcoin wallet from the late-2017 peak moved 5,908 BTC—about $383 million—to a new address, not an exchange deposit, hinting at custody changes or an OTC deal.
Polymarket odds: Fed July hold jumps to 95% after Bitcoin breaks $65K
Bitcoin rose above $65,000 this week, with the move credited to easing inflation and momentum around the “Clarity Act.” Polymarket traders care because the July 2026 Fed ladder now clusters on “No
Bitcoin (BTC) Eyes $69K Resistance as Sellers Exhaust
Bitcoin (BTC) nears $65K, testing key resistance as sellers cool and ETF flows stabilize. Long-term recovery hinges on spot buying.
Polymarket prices 99.95% odds BTC tops $52K by July 16 after cooler CPI
Bitcoin climbed about 3.6% to roughly $64,800 after June CPI cooled, with headline inflation at 3.5% and core at 2.6%, easing rate-hike fears.
Polymarket prices 99.95% odds BTC tops $52K by July 16 as CPI cools
On July 14, Bitcoin neared $65,000 after June CPI fell 0.4% and inflation cooled more than expected, though analysts warned $65,000-$66,000 could act as resistance if energy risks return.
Polymarket odds favor Bitcoin tagging $64K in July 13-19 ladder
A daily markets note said renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities lifted oil, with Brent up nearly 4% in 24 hours as bitcoin slid to about $62,600 ahead of a CPI release.