A clear explanation of what Bitcoin is, how it works, and why its decentralized design and fixed supply matter.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bitcoin journalist and financial analyst based in London. BTCPay Server is an open-source, self-hosted payment processor that ...

For years, Bitcoin has been known for being a unique store of value and for having problems as a medium of exchange. The Layer-1 base chain’s security is still very important, but the network’s ...

Since the first Bitcoin transaction in 2010, cryptocurrency payments have expanded significantly, allowing people to purchase a wide range of products, from food to technology, using Bitcoin and other ...

A major validation of Speed's capabilities came from its adoption by Steak 'n Shake, one of the earliest national restaurant chains to integrate Lightning payments at scale.

Bitcoin is often praised as a long-term savings technology, but its role as a medium of exchange is just as important—especially for businesses. From local cafés to large corporations, more merchants ...

Swedish fintech Klarna is partnering with Stripe-owned Privy to develop crypto wallet features, building on its recent KlarnaUSD stablecoin launch. Cash App has launched a feature that lets its 58 ...

Quick Read XRP’s $120B market cap means a $500M allocation could move it 5-10% versus only 0.5% for Bitcoin’s $2T. Asymmetric ...

From McDonald’s to municipal taxes, Lugano is proving that Bitcoin adoption is not about predicting the future; it is about ...