Bitcoin ranked as one of the most expensive cryptocurrencies existing by April 2024 - although values changed noticeably. Bitcoin had the most expensive cryptocurrency for a while, but Ethereum was significantly cheaper, with a price that was roughly 30 times less than that of the most well-known digital currency. However, Bitcoin is in a unique position. Ethereum is one of several cryptocurrencies, for instance, that come from blockchains that focus on making financial applications possible. Bitcoin, or a digital equivalent of gold When one categorizes the different types of cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin stands out as it is one of the few that are essentially meant to store digital value. Some describe Bitcoin as a digital version of gold, purely designed to hold or possibly purchasing power over time. It has no other applications built around it, and is considered too slow to perform financial transactions. Stablecoins, the less volatile cryptocurrency Many coins in this ranking stand out as their price seemingly has not changed as much as others. This is because these are stablecoins - cryptocurrencies pegged to the price development of an external asset. This group of digital assets comprise an increasing share within the overall crypto market. Some see these coins as the future of retail payments, whereas others view these coins as a "safe" addition to their crypto investments.

The Bitcoin (BTC) price again reached an all-time high in 2025, as values exceeded over 115,970.58 USD on September 14, 2025. Price hikes in early 2025 were connected to the approval of Bitcoin ETFs in the United States, while previous hikes in 2021 were due to events involving Tesla and Coinbase, respectively. Tesla's announcement in March 2021 that it had acquired 1.5 billion U.S. dollars' worth of the digital coin, for example, as well as the IPO of the U.S.'s biggest crypto exchange, fueled mass interest. The market was noticeably different by the end of 2022, however, after another crypto exchange, FTX, filed for bankruptcy.Is the world running out of Bitcoin?Unlike fiat currency like the U.S. dollar - as the Federal Reserve can simply decide to print more banknotes - Bitcoin's supply is finite: BTC has a maximum supply embedded in its design, of which roughly 89 percent had been reached in April 2021. It is believed that Bitcoin will run out by 2040, despite more powerful mining equipment. This is because mining becomes exponentially more difficult and power-hungry every four years, a part of Bitcoin's original design. Because of this, a Bitcoin mining transaction could equal the energy consumption of a small country in 2021.Bitcoin's price outlook: a potential bubble?Cryptocurrencies have few metrics available that allow for forecasting, if only because it is rumored that only a few cryptocurrency holders own a large portion of the available supply. These large holders - referred to as 'whales'-are' said to make up two percent of anonymous ownership accounts, while owning roughly 92 percent of BTC. On top of this, most people who use cryptocurrency-related services worldwide are retail clients rather than institutional investors. This means outlooks on whether Bitcoin prices will fall or grow are difficult to measure, as movements from one large whale are already having a significant impact on this market.

It is estimated that the cumulative market cap of cryptocurrencies increased in early 2023 after the downfall in November 2022 due to FTX. That value declined in the summer of 2023, however, as international uncertainty grew over a potential recession. Bitcoin's market cap comprised the majority of the overall market capitalization. What is market cap? Market capitalization is a financial measure typically used for publicly traded firms, computed by multiplying the share price by the number of outstanding shares. However, cryptocurrency analysts calculate it as the price of the virtual currencies times the number of coins in the market. This gives cryptocurrency investors an idea of the overall market size, and watching the evolution of the measure tells how much money is flowing in or out of each cryptocurrency. Cryptocurrency as an investment The price of Bitcoin has been erratic, and most other cryptocurrencies follow its larger price swings. This volatility attracts investors who hope to buy when the price is low and sell at its peak, turning a profit. However, this does little for price stability. As such, few firms accept payment in cryptocurrencies. As of June 25, 2025, the cumulative market cap of cryptocurrencies reached a value of ******.

This line chart displays highest price by date using the aggregation sum. The data is filtered where the crypto is Bitcoin. The data is about cryptos per day.

This bar chart displays highest price by crypto using the aggregation sum. The data is filtered where the crypto is Dogecoin and the date is the 17th of April 2025. The data is about cryptos per day.

Context

Things like Block chain, Bitcoin, Bitcoin cash, Ethereum, Ripple etc are constantly coming in the news articles I read. So I wanted to understand more about it and this post helped me get started. Once the basics are done, the data scientist inside me started raising questions like:

How many cryptocurrencies are there and what are their prices and valuations? Why is there a sudden surge in the interest in recent days? So what next? Now that we have the price data, I wanted to dig a little more about the factors affecting the price of coins. I started of with Bitcoin and there are quite a few parameters which affect the price of Bitcoin. Thanks to Blockchain Info, I was able to get quite a few parameters on once in two day basis.

This will help understand the other factors related to Bitcoin price and also help one make future predictions in a better way than just using the historical price.

Content

The dataset has one csv file for each currency. Price history is available on a daily basis from April 28, 2013. This dataset has the historical price information of some of the top crypto currencies by market capitalization.

Date : date of observation (1st jan 2014 to 1st jan 2022) Open : Opening price on the given day High : Highest price on the given day Low : Lowest price on the given day Close : Closing price on the given day Volume : Volume of transactions on the given day Market cap-The Capital of this coin

Ethereum's price history suggests that that crypto was worth more in 2025 than during late 2021, although nowhere near the highest price recorded. Much like Bitcoin (BTC), the price of ETH went up in 2021 but for different reasons altogether: Ethereum, for instance, hit the news when a digital art piece was sold as the world's most expensive NFT for over 38,000 ETH - or 69.3 million U.S. dollars. Unlike Bitcoin, of which the price growth was fueled by the IPO of the U.S.'s biggest crypto trader, Coinbase, the rally on Ethereum came from technological developments that caused much excitement among traders. First, the so-called 'Berlin update' rolled out on the Ethereum network in April 2021, an update that would eventually lead to the Ethereum Merge in 2022 and reduced ETH gas prices - or reduced transaction fees. The collapse of FTX in late 2022, however, changed much for the cryptocurrency. As of August 27, 2025, Ethereum was worth 4,602.37 U.S. dollars - significantly less than the 4,400 U.S. dollars by the end of 2021.Ethereum's future and the DeFi industryPrice developments on Ethereum are difficult to predict but cannot be seen without the world of DeFi, or decentralized finance. This industry used technology to remove intermediaries between parties in a financial transaction. One example includes crypto wallets such as Coinbase Wallet that grew in popularity recently, with other examples including smart contractor Uniswap, Maker (responsible for stablecoin DAI), moneylender Dharma and market protocol Compound. Ethereum's future developments are tied with this industry: Unlike Bitcoin and Ripple, Ethereum is technically not a currency but an open-source software platform for blockchain applications, with Ether being the cryptocurrency that is used inside the Ethereum network. Essentially, Ethereum facilitates DeFi, meaning that if DeFi does well, so does Ethereum.NFTs: the most well-known application of EthereumNFTs or non-fungible tokens, grew nearly tenfold between 2018 and 2020, as can be seen in the market cap of NFTs worldwide. These digital blockchain assets can essentially function as a unique code connected to a digital file, allowing to distinguish the original file from any potential copies. This application is especially prominent in crypto art, although there are other applications: gaming, sports, and collectibles are other segments where NFT sales occur.

This horizontal bar chart displays highest price by crypto using the aggregation sum. The data is filtered where the crypto is Dai and the date is the 8th of May 2025. The data is about cryptos per day.

In March 2024 Bitcoin BTC reached a new all-time high with prices exceeding 73000 USD marking a milestone for the cryptocurrency market This surge was due to the approval of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds ETFs in the United States allowing investors to access Bitcoin without directly holding it This development increased Bitcoin’s credibility and brought fresh demand from institutional investors echoing previous price surges in 2021 when Tesla announced its 15 billion investment in Bitcoin and Coinbase was listed on the Nasdaq By the end of 2022 Bitcoin prices dropped sharply to 15000 USD following the collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX and its bankruptcy which caused a loss of confidence in the market By August 2024 Bitcoin rebounded to approximately 64178 USD but remained volatile due to inflation and interest rate hikes Unlike fiat currency like the US dollar Bitcoin’s supply is finite with 21 million coins as its maximum supply By September 2024 over 92 percent of Bitcoin had been mined Bitcoin’s value is tied to its scarcity and its mining process is regulated through halving events which cut the reward for mining every four years making it harder and more energy-intensive to mine The next halving event in 2024 will reduce the reward to 3125 BTC from its current 625 BTC The final Bitcoin is expected to be mined around 2140 The energy required to mine Bitcoin has led to criticisms about its environmental impact with estimates in 2021 suggesting that one Bitcoin transaction used as much energy as Argentina Bitcoin’s future price is difficult to predict due to the influence of large holders known as whales who own about 92 percent of all Bitcoin These whales can cause dramatic market swings by making large trades and many retail investors still dominate the market While institutional interest has grown it remains a small fraction compared to retail Bitcoin is vulnerable to external factors like regulatory changes and economic crises leading some to believe it is in a speculative bubble However others argue that Bitcoin is still in its early stages of adoption and will grow further as more institutions and governments recognize its potential as a hedge against inflation and a store of value 2024 has also seen the rise of Bitcoin Layer 2 technologies like the Lightning Network which improve scalability by enabling faster and cheaper transactions These innovations are crucial for Bitcoin’s wider adoption especially for day-to-day use and cross-border remittances At the same time central bank digital currencies CBDCs are gaining traction as several governments including China and the European Union have accelerated the development of their own state-controlled digital currencies while Bitcoin remains decentralized offering financial sovereignty for those who prefer independence from government control The rise of CBDCs is expected to increase interest in Bitcoin as a hedge against these centralized currencies Bitcoin’s journey in 2024 highlights its growing institutional acceptance alongside its inherent market volatility While the approval of Bitcoin ETFs has significantly boosted interest the market remains sensitive to events like exchange collapses and regulatory decisions With the limited supply of Bitcoin and improvements in its transaction efficiency it is expected to remain a key player in the financial world for years to come Whether Bitcoin is currently in a speculative bubble or on a sustainable path to greater adoption will ultimately be revealed over time.

By 2025, the Bitcoin market cap had grown to over ***** billion USD as the cryptocurrency kept growing. Market capitalization is calculated by multiplying the total number of Bitcoins in circulation by the Bitcoin price. The Bitcoin market capitalization increased from approximately *** billion U.S. dollars in 2013 to several times this amount since its surge in popularity. Dominance The Bitcoin market cap takes up a significant portion of the overall cryptocurrency market cap. This is referred to as "dominance". Within the crypto world, this so-called "dominance" ratio is one of the oldest and most investigated metrics available. It measures the coin's market cap relative to the overall crypto market — effectively showing how strong Bitcoin compared to all the other cryptocurrencies that are not BTC, called "altcoins". The Bitcoin dominance was above ** percent. Maximum supply and scarcity Bitcoin is unusual from other cryptocurrencies in that its maximum supply is getting closer. By 2025, well over ** million out of all 21 million possible Bitcoin had been created. Bitcoin's supply is expected to reach its maximum around the year 2140, likely making mining more energy-intensive.

Context

Things like Block chain, Bitcoin, Bitcoin cash, Ethereum, Ripple etc are constantly coming in the news articles I read. So I wanted to understand more about it and this post helped me get started. Once the basics are done, the data scientist inside me started raising questions like:

How many cryptocurrencies are there and what are their prices and valuations? Why is there a sudden surge in the interest in recent days? So what next? Now that we have the price data, I wanted to dig a little more about the factors affecting the price of coins. I started of with Bitcoin and there are quite a few parameters which affect the price of Bitcoin. Thanks to Blockchain Info, I was able to get quite a few parameters on once in two day basis.

This will help understand the other factors related to Bitcoin price and also help one make future predictions in a better way than just using the historical price.

Content

The dataset has one csv file for each currency. Price history is available on a daily basis from April 28, 2013. This dataset has the historical price information of some of the top crypto currencies by market capitalization.

Date : date of observation Open : Opening price on the given day High : Highest price on the given day Low : Lowest price on the given day Close : Closing price on the given day Volume : Volume of transactions on the given day

Context

In the last few days, I have been hearing a lot of buzz around cryptocurrencies. Things like Block chain, Bitcoin, Bitcoin cash, Ethereum, Ripple etc are constantly coming in the news articles I read. So I wanted to understand more about it and this post helped me get started. Once the basics are done, the DS guy sleeping inside me (always lazy.!) woke up and started raising questions like

1. How many such cryptocurrencies are there and what are their prices and valuations?
2. Why is there a sudden surge in the interest in recent days? Is it due to the increase in the price in the last few days? etc.

For getting answers to all these questions (and if possible to predict the future prices ;)), I started getting the data from coinmarketcap about the cryptocurrencies.

Content

This dataset has the historical price information of some of the top cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. The currencies included are

• Bitcoin
• Ethereum
• Ripple
• Bitcoin cash
• Bitconnect
• Dash
• Ethereum Classic
• Iota
• Litecoin
• Monero
• Nem
• Neo
• Numeraire
• Stratis
• Waves

In case if you are interested in the prices of some other currencies, please post in comments section and I will try to add them in the next version. I am planning to revise it once in a week.

Dataset has one csv file for each currency. Price history is available on a daily basis from April 28, 2013 till Aug 07, 2017. The columns in the csv file are

• Date : date of observation
• Open : Opening price on the given day
• High : Highest price on the given day
• Low : Lowest price on the given day
• Close : Closing price on the given day
• Volume : Volume of transactions on the given day
• Market Cap : Market capitalization in USD

Acknowledgements

This data is taken from coinmarketcap and it is free to use the data.

Cover Image : Photo by Thomas Malama on Unsplash

Inspiration

Some of the questions which could be inferred from this dataset are:

1. How did the historical prices / market capitalizations of various currencies change over time?
2. Predicting the future price of the currencies
3. Which currencies are more volatile and which ones are more stable?
4. How does the price fluctuations of currencies correlate with each other?
5. Seasonal trend in the price fluctuations

Context

This minute by minute historical dataset of bitcoin prices offers a wealth of information for data scientists and analysts. In addition to the OHLC prices for each minute, this dataset also includes the volume of bitcoin traded during that time period. This granular data, going back to 2015, allows for in-depth analysis of the market fluctuations and trends of the world's most popular cryptocurrency.

With this dataset, researchers can study the underlying mechanisms of the bitcoin network, traders can gain a better understanding of market movements, and investors can make more informed decisions about their investments. The open, high, low, and close prices, as well as the volume data, provide a wealth of information for analyzing the market and identifying potential opportunities.

Whether you're looking to gain a competitive edge as a trader, conduct research on the bitcoin market, or simply want to learn more about the world of cryptocurrency, this dataset is a valuable resource. With its rich and detailed data, you'll be able to dive deep into the world of bitcoin and uncover insights that can help you make better decisions.

Content

• Timestamp: This is the UNIX timestamp or the "Epoch Time", number of seconds elapsed since 00:00:00 UTC on 1 January 1970.
• Date: Date and time of price recording.
• Open - This is the opening price of the time period (in US Dollars).
• High - This is the highest price of the time period (in US Dollars).
• Low - This is the lowest price of the time period (in US Dollars).
• Close - This is the closing price of the time period (in US Dollars).
• Volume BTC - This is the volume of ₿ transacted in the time interval.
• Volume USD - This is the volume of $ transacted in the time interval.

The following dataset contains the attributes: Date: Specific date to be observed for the corresponding price. Open: The opening price for the day High: The maximum price it has touched for the day Low: The minimum price it has touched for the day Close: The closing price for the day percent_change_24h: Percentage change for the last 24hours Volume: Volume of Bitcoin traded at the date Market Cap: Market Value of traded Bitcoin

This bar chart displays highest price by crypto using the aggregation sum. The data is filtered where the crypto is Bitcoin and the date is the 8th of May 2025. The data is about cryptos per day.

About this Dataset

This dataset contains the prices of Bitcoin every minute over a period from 2017-11-06 03:00 to 2023-03-10 2:59 (YYYY-MM-DD). The data includes the time, close time, open, high, low, close prices, the volume exchanged per minute and the number of trades per minute. It represent Bitcoin prices over 2.8 millions values. This dataset is ideal for anyone who want to track, study and analyze BTC/USDT values over more than 5 years.

Time range: From 2017-11-06 04:00 to 2023-03-40 14:00

File format: Datas are in .csv format

Columns values: - time: Date in milliseconds where observation begins - open: Opening ETH price in the minute - high: Highest ETH price in the minute - low: Lowest ETH price in the minute - close: Closing ETH price in the minute - volume: Volume exchanges between time and close_time - close_time: Date in milliseconds were observation ends

Category

Economic

Keywords

Bitcoin,BTC,#btc,Cryptocurrency,Crypto

Row Count

2808000

Price

$149.00

Bitcoin Information Service Market Outlook

In 2023, the global Bitcoin information service market size was valued at approximately USD 1.2 billion and is expected to reach around USD 4.5 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.6% during the forecast period. The market growth is driven by the increasing adoption of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, necessitating reliable, real-time information for investors and institutions.

One of the primary growth factors for this market is the surge in cryptocurrency investments. As Bitcoin continues to establish itself as a digital asset, both individual and institutional investors are increasingly looking for trustworthy information sources to guide their investment decisions. The volatility and rapid price movements inherent in the cryptocurrency market make timely and accurate information essential, fueling demand for comprehensive Bitcoin information services.

Another significant growth factor is the regulatory environment evolving around cryptocurrencies. As governments and regulatory bodies worldwide begin to implement frameworks for cryptocurrency trading and investment, the need for up-to-date regulatory information becomes crucial. Bitcoin information services that offer insights into regulatory changes and compliance requirements are becoming indispensable for investors and financial institutions, further driving market growth.

The technological advancements in data analytics and artificial intelligence are also contributing to the market expansion. These technologies enable Bitcoin information services to provide more precise market predictions, trend analyses, and risk assessments. Enhanced data processing capabilities allow for real-time updates and personalized information delivery, making these services increasingly attractive to a broad user base.

Regionally, North America is expected to dominate the Bitcoin information service market, thanks to the high adoption rate of cryptocurrencies and advanced technological infrastructure. Europe and Asia Pacific follow closely, with significant contributions expected from countries like Germany, the United Kingdom, China, and Japan. In particular, Asia Pacific is projected to exhibit the highest CAGR due to the growing interest in Bitcoin and other digital assets among retail and institutional investors.

Service Type Analysis

The Bitcoin information service market can be segmented by service type into News and Analysis, Market Data, Educational Resources, and Others. News and Analysis services are critical for investors looking to stay updated with the latest happenings in the Bitcoin world. These services offer real-time news updates, expert opinions, and in-depth analyses of market trends. The increasing complexity of the cryptocurrency market and the need for immediate, reliable information are driving the growth of this segment.

Market Data services provide detailed metrics and statistics about Bitcoin trading, such as price charts, trading volumes, and historical data. These services are essential for both individual and institutional investors who need accurate data to inform their trading strategies. The growing demand for sophisticated trading tools and the importance of data-driven decision-making are bolstering this segment.

Educational Resources include webinars, courses, e-books, and tutorials designed to help users understand Bitcoin and its underlying technology. As the adoption of Bitcoin continues to rise, there is a parallel need for education to help users navigate this complex field. Educational services are especially important for new investors and those looking to deepen their understanding of cryptocurrency markets.

Other services in this market may include forums, discussion boards, and social media platforms that allow users to share information and insights. These collaborative platforms are gaining popularity as they provide a space for real-time information exchange and community support. The growing interest in peer-to-peer information sharing and community-driven insights is expected to drive this segment's growth.

Report Scope

A league table of the 120 cryptocurrencies with the highest market cap reveals how diverse each crypto is and potentially how much risk is involved when investing in one. Bitcoin (BTC), for instance, had a so-called "high cap" - a market cap worth more than ** billion U.S. dollars - indicating this crypto project has a certain track record or, at the very least, is considered a major player in the cryptocurrency space. This is different in Decentralize Finance (DeFi), where Bitcoin is only a relatively new player. A concentrated market The number of existing cryptocurrencies is several thousands, even if most have a limited significance. Indeed, Bitcoin and Ethereum account for nearly ** percent of the entire crypto market capitalization. As crypto is relatively easy to create, the range of projects varies significantly - from improving payments to solving real-world issues, but also meme coins and more speculative investments. Crypto is not considered a payment method While often talked about as an investment vehicle, cryptocurrencies have not yet established a clear use case in day-to-day life. Central bankers found that usefulness of crypto in domestic payments or remittances to be negligible. A forecast for the world's main online payment methods took a similar stance: It predicts that cryptocurrency would only take up *** percent of total transaction value by 2027.

Cryptocurrency Market Outlook

The global cryptocurrency market size was valued at USD 1.5 trillion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 8.8 trillion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 21.5% during the forecast period. The rapid growth of the market can be attributed to increasing acceptance and awareness of cryptocurrencies, advancements in blockchain technology, and the growing need for secure and efficient digital payment systems. As these factors converge, they create a fertile ground for exponential growth in the market, fostering innovations and broader adoption across various sectors.

One of the primary growth factors for the cryptocurrency market is the increasing acceptance and mainstream adoption of digital currencies. Major financial institutions, corporations, and even governments are beginning to recognize the potential benefits of cryptocurrencies. For instance, companies like Tesla and Square have made significant investments in Bitcoin, signaling their confidence in the future of digital currencies. Furthermore, countries such as El Salvador have adopted Bitcoin as legal tender, which underscores the growing legitimacy and acceptance of cryptocurrencies on a global scale.

Another critical factor driving the growth of the cryptocurrency market is the advancement in blockchain technology. Blockchain, the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies, offers a secure, transparent, and decentralized method of recording transactions. This technology is not only revolutionizing the financial industry but also has applications across various sectors, including healthcare, supply chain management, and voting systems. As blockchain technology continues to develop and mature, it is likely to drive further innovation and adoption of cryptocurrencies, thereby contributing to market growth.

The growing need for secure and efficient digital payment systems is also a significant driver for the cryptocurrency market. Traditional payment methods, such as credit cards and bank transfers, can be slow, expensive, and prone to fraud. In contrast, cryptocurrencies offer a faster, cheaper, and more secure alternative. For example, cross-border remittances can be completed within minutes and at a fraction of the cost when using cryptocurrencies. As businesses and consumers increasingly seek more efficient payment solutions, the demand for cryptocurrencies is expected to rise, fueling market growth.

The regional outlook for the cryptocurrency market reveals significant growth potential across various regions. North America, particularly the United States, is expected to maintain its dominance in the market due to the presence of major cryptocurrency companies, a supportive regulatory environment, and widespread adoption. Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to experience the highest growth rate, driven by increasing investments in blockchain technology, favorable government policies, and the rising popularity of digital currencies in countries like China, Japan, and South Korea. Europe and Latin America are also expected to witness substantial growth, supported by growing awareness and adoption of cryptocurrencies.

Type Analysis

The cryptocurrency market by type includes Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Litecoin, and others. Bitcoin, being the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, continues to dominate the market. Its widespread recognition and acceptance have solidified its position as the leading digital currency. Bitcoin's decentralized nature and deflationary monetary policy make it an attractive store of value, often referred to as "digital gold." Despite market volatility, Bitcoin's market capitalization remains significantly higher than other cryptocurrencies, and it is often seen as the benchmark for the industry.

Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has carved out its niche by offering a versatile platform for decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts. Unlike Bitcoin, which primarily serves as a digital currency, Ethereum's blockchain allows for the creation and execution of decentralized applications. This flexibility has attracted a wide range of developers and businesses, leading to a robust ecosystem of dApps, decentralized finance (DeFi) projects, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Ethereum's continuous development and upcoming upgrades, such as Ethereum 2.0, are expected to further enhance its scalability and security, driving its growth in the market.

Ripple, known for its real-time gross settlement system, currency exchange, and remittanc

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