Bitcoin is not “crypto”
An X post from Jack Dorsey revived an old question: Is Bitcoin part of “crypto” or a category of its own?
On Oct. 19, 2025, Jack Dorsey posted three words on X: “bitcoin is not crypto.” The post quickly drew attention across the platform and in media coverage. It reflected a view he has long maintained, that Bitcoin should be regarded as money with its own rules and history, not included in the broader token market.
Dorsey argues that Bitcoin (BTC) belongs in a separate category. It was launched without a foundation or premine and is governed conservatively. The network is designed for payments and savings, unlike smart contract platforms and app tokens that evolve quickly and serve multiple use cases.
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Source cointelegraph.com
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