Bitcoin
BTC#1| 1h | 24h | 7d | 30d | 1y |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.20% | -0.21% | +14.09% | +24.63% | -29.10% |
About Bitcoin
Bitcoin is the cryptocurrency that started the entire digital asset market. It introduced a way to transfer value globally without relying on banks, payment processors, or central authorities. With its fixed supply of 21 million coins and proof-of-work security model, Bitcoin has become the reference point for how people understand scarcity, decentralization, and long-term value in crypto.
BTC is often described as digital gold, but its role is broader than that. It is a store-of-value asset for some, a macro trading instrument for others, and the main liquidity anchor for the wider cryptocurrency market. When Bitcoin moves, the rest of the market often reacts, which is why traders, institutions, analysts, and everyday crypto users follow the Bitcoin price so closely.
What makes Bitcoin different from most other cryptocurrencies is its simplicity. It does not try to be a smart contract platform, gaming network, or application layer. Its core purpose is to be a decentralized monetary network that has continued to operate through multiple market cycles. For anyone trying to understand crypto, Bitcoin remains the natural starting point.
Bitcoin Markets
| Exchange | Pair | Price | Volume (24h) | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTCC | BTC/USDT | $71,807.00 | $7.1B | red |
| Pionex | BTC/USDT | $71,931.00 | $5.58B | green |
| Binance | BTC/USDT | $71,829.00 | $3.32B | green |
| KCEX | BTC/USDT | $71,885.00 | $2.4B | yellow |
| Hotcoin | BTC/USDT | $71,928.00 | $1.87B | yellow |
| Gate | BTC/USDT | $71,764.00 | $1.7B | green |
| Ourbit | BTC/USDT | $71,876.00 | $1.69B | green |
| Coinbase Exchange | BTC/USD | $71,990.00 | $1.57B | green |
| DigiFinex | BTC/USDT | $71,955.00 | $1.51B | green |
| OKX | BTC/USDT | $71,857.00 | $1.39B | green |
| Bybit | BTC/USDT | $71,799.00 | $1.38B | green |
| Binance | BTC/USDC | $71,842.00 | $1.34B | green |
| Biconomy.com | BTC/USDT | $71,933.00 | $1.32B | green |
| Azbit | BTC/USDT | $71,887.00 | $1.29B | green |
| OrangeX | BTC/USDT | $71,949.00 | $1.28B | yellow |
| Tapbit | BTC/USDT | $71,927.00 | $1.26B | yellow |
| Bullish | BTC/USDC | $71,862.00 | $1.21B | green |
| MEXC | BTC/USDT | $71,945.00 | $1.2B | green |
| WEEX | BTC/USDT | $71,895.00 | $1.15B | green |
| Toobit | BTC/USDT | $71,932.00 | $1.1B | green |
Bitcoin Price History
Bitcoin (BTC) reached its all-time high of $126,080.00 on October 6, 2025, and trades 37.4% below that peak today. Its all-time low was $67.81 on July 5, 2013, and the price has since risen 116,233% from that low.
| Year | Open | High | Low | Close | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026(YTD) | $87,512.87 | $96,934.61 | $58,296.97 | $78,885.50 | -9.86% |
| 2025 | $93,396.03 | $124,724.66 | $76,261.10 | $88,407.73 | -5.34% |
| 2024 | $44,197.61 | $106,145.02 | $39,523.63 | $92,619.42 | +109.56% |
| 2023 | $16,613.87 | $44,186.18 | $16,613.87 | $42,280.14 | +154.49% |
| 2022 | $47,737.35 | $47,737.35 | $15,760.19 | $16,531.31 | -65.37% |
| 2021 | $29,388.94 | $67,549.14 | $29,388.94 | $46,197.31 | +57.19% |
| 2020 | $10,233.32 | $28,972.40 | $4,916.78 | $28,972.40 | +183.12% |
| 2018 | $13,444.88 | $17,172.30 | $5,871.28 | $6,594.98 | -50.95% |
| 2017 | $995.44 | $19,345.49 | $785.43 | $13,850.40 | +1291.38% |
| 2016 | $433.99 | $972.17 | $368.02 | $963.38 | +121.98% |
| 2015 | $314.89 | $463.18 | $164.92 | $429.95 | +36.54% |
| 2014 | $509.71 | $515.23 | $310.34 | $318.24 | -37.56% |
| 2013 | $13.30 | $230.00 | $13.28 | $124.90 | +839.10% |
| 2012 | $5.268 | $13.70 | $4.222 | $13.51 | +156.45% |
| 2011 | $0.30 | $29.60 | $0.295 | $4.722 | +1474.00% |
| 2010 | $0.04951 | $0.39 | $0.04951 | $0.30 | +505.94% |
Analysis
Bitcoin Trades 37% Below All-Time High Despite 22% Weekly Surge
Bitcoin sits at $79,001 after a strong 22.86% weekly gain, yet remains 37.3% below its October 2025 peak of $126,080. The 30-day trajectory shows a 21% climb…
Bitcoin Leads Top 10 with 4.68% Gain as Solana Outperforms
Bitcoin posted a 4.68% 24-hour gain, outpacing most top-10 assets as its market cap reached $1.62 trillion. Solana was the only top-10 coin with a larger daily…
Bitcoin Volume Ratio Stagnates Despite 21% Weekly Surge
Bitcoin’s 24-hour turnover ratio remains muted at 0.022, suggesting low speculative conviction even as price holds a 21% weekly gain and sits 38.9% below its…
Bitcoin Tests Multi-Week Gains as 24-Hour Pullback Halts 22% Weekly Surge
Bitcoin trades at $76,937 after a 2.12% daily decline, pausing a powerful 22.01% weekly rally. The multi-timeframe data reveals a sharp uptrend facing…
Bitcoin Momentum Builds as 7-Day Gain Hits 24.75%
Bitcoin trades at $78,609 after a 5.22% daily rise, while the 7-day gain of 24.75% signals strong momentum. Volume of $69.58B supports the move.
Bitcoin Volatility Expands Sharply as 7-Day Range Dwarfs Intraday Movement
Bitcoin's 24-hour and 7-day changes show significant expansion, while the 1-hour change remains muted, signalling a strong directional breakout from recent…
Bitcoin at $69K: Analysing the 45% Drawdown from Its 2025 All-Time High
Bitcoin trades 45.1% below its October 2025 peak of $126,080, though a 7.56% daily surge narrows the gap. The 30-day trajectory shows a modest 5.60% gain…
Bitcoin Holds Steady as Top 10 Movers Diverge Sharply in Low-Volume Session
Bitcoin posted a marginal 0.31% daily gain, anchoring the market while Ethereum and Solana outperformed and Hyperliquid and LEO led declines across the top 10.
Bitcoin Volume at 1.6% of Market Cap Signals Tepid Conviction Behind Drift
Bitcoin posted a modest 1.12% daily gain against a backdrop of anemic turnover, with the volume-to-market cap ratio sitting at just 0.016. The data suggests…
Bitcoin Multi-Timeframe Analysis: Short-Term Stability Meets Lingering Correction
Bitcoin's 24-hour gain of 0.54% sits within a wider 7-day decline of 2.37% and a nearly flat 30-day performance, suggesting a consolidation phase after recent…
Bitcoin News
Great Britain Is Finally Opening the Door to Crypto: What the UK’s New Rules Mean for Bitcoin - Bitcoin Foundation
Great Britain Is Finally Opening the Door to Crypto: What the UK’s New Rules Mean for Bitcoin Bitcoin Foundation
Bitcoin and Gold Funds Draw $7 Billion Amid Scarcity Trade - Bloomberg
Bitcoin and Gold Funds Draw $7 Billion Amid Scarcity Trade Bloomberg
Trump Pushes CLARITY Act as Bitcoin Surges: Is Crypto Finally Getting the Rules It Needs? - Bitcoin Foundation
Trump Pushes CLARITY Act as Bitcoin Surges: Is Crypto Finally Getting the Rules It Needs? Bitcoin Foundation
Bernstein Forecasts Bitcoin Will Reach $150,000 By Mid-2027 - Yahoo Finance
Bernstein Forecasts Bitcoin Will Reach $150,000 By Mid-2027 Yahoo Finance
Bitcoin and ethereum prices today, Wednesday, August 26, 2026: 'Bitcoin is having a price gusher to close out August' - Yahoo Finance
Bitcoin and ethereum prices today, Wednesday, August 26, 2026: 'Bitcoin is having a price gusher to close out August' Yahoo Finance
Current price of Bitcoin for August 26, 2026 - Fortune
Current price of Bitcoin for August 26, 2026 Fortune
Current price of Ethereum for August 26, 2026 - Fortune
Current price of Ethereum for August 26, 2026 Fortune
Crypto Weekly: Bitcoin's rise, crypto-backed midterms - Yahoo Finance UK
Crypto Weekly: Bitcoin's rise, crypto-backed midterms Yahoo Finance UK
Bitcoin Rally Stalls at $80,000 as Traders Await Inflation Data - Bloomberg
Bitcoin Rally Stalls at $80,000 as Traders Await Inflation Data Bloomberg
Crypto Market Weekly: Bitcoin Soars, Altcoins Diverge - 21Shares
Crypto Market Weekly: Bitcoin Soars, Altcoins Diverge 21Shares
Bitcoin FAQ
What is Bitcoin (BTC)?
Bitcoin (BTC) is a decentralized digital currency created in 2009 by an anonymous developer or group known as Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a peer-to-peer network, enabling direct transactions without intermediaries. All transactions are recorded on a public, immutable ledger called the blockchain, ensuring transparency and security.
How does Bitcoin mining work?
Bitcoin (BTC) uses a proof-of-work consensus mechanism. Miners compete to solve cryptographic puzzles to validate transactions and add new blocks to the blockchain. The first miner to solve the puzzle receives newly minted bitcoins and transaction fees. This process secures the network, prevents double-spending, and introduces new BTC into circulation at a predictable rate.
What is the purpose of the BTC token?
The BTC token serves as a medium of exchange and a store of value. It can be used for online purchases, cross-border remittances, and as an investment asset. Its decentralized nature and capped supply of 21 million coins make it resistant to inflation and government control. BTC transactions are pseudonymous and irreversible, providing financial sovereignty to users.
How does Bitcoin differ from traditional currencies?
Bitcoin (BTC) differs from traditional fiat currencies by being decentralized and not issued by any central bank. Its supply is algorithmically capped at 21 million, preventing inflationary overproduction. Transactions are processed on a global network without intermediaries, enabling low-cost, near-instant transfers. Additionally, Bitcoin operates 24/7 and is accessible to anyone with an internet connection, unlike bank systems with limited hours and geographic restrictions.
What is the current price of Bitcoin?
Bitcoin is currently priced at $78,885.5, down 0.21% in the last 24 hours. It is ranked #1 by market capitalization. Over the past 7 days, BTC is up 14.09%.
What is Bitcoin's market cap?
Bitcoin has a market capitalization of $1.58T. The 24-hour trading volume is $28.95B, reflecting the total value of BTC traded across all exchanges in the last day.
How many Bitcoin coins are in circulation?
There are currently 20.08M BTC in circulation. Bitcoin has a maximum supply of 21.00M BTC, meaning no more than this amount will ever exist.
