Bitcoin News

Bitcoin (BTC) was created by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008 as the world's first successful cryptocurrency, solving the double-spending problem that had plagued previous digital cash experiments. Operating on a decentralized proof-of-work blockchain, Bitcoin enables peer-to-peer transactions without intermediaries, with its monetary policy enforced through cryptographic consensus rather than central authority.

The Bitcoin network is maintained by miners who secure transactions and earn newly minted bitcoin, while a global ecosystem of traders, institutional investors, developers, and businesses continues expanding its adoption. From El Salvador's legal tender status to corporate treasury adoption by companies like MicroStrategy and Tesla, Bitcoin has evolved from a cryptographic experiment into a recognized store of value and inflation hedge.

At CoinDesk, we deliver breaking Bitcoin news and in-depth analysis covering everything from price movements and institutional adoption to technological developments and regulatory shifts. Our team tracks Bitcoin ETF launches, mining industry changes, Lightning Network growth, and the ongoing debates shaping cryptocurrency's future.

DISCLOSURE: This text was written with the assistance of AI, then reviewed by a person.

Markets

H100 eyes Europe’s largest bitcoin treasury with 3,500 BTC in proposed acquistions

Proposed bitcoin-for-bitcoin acquisition of Moonshot and Never Say Die would triple the company's holdings and expand institutional scale.

By James Van Straten, AI Boost2 hours ago

Markets

Strategy returns to 'small' bitcoin purchases, adding $76.6 million in BTC last week

Led by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, Strategy acquired 1,031 bitcoin, bringing holdings to 762,099 coins.

By James Van Straten2 hours ago

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor at the Digital Asset Summit in New York City on March 20, 2025. (Nikhilesh De)

Markets

Bitcoin surges above $71,000 as Trump postpones Iran strikes for 5 days

Trump said that the two countries held "very good and productive conversations regarding a complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East."

By Krisztian Sandor, James Van Straten, Shaurya Malwa, Omkar Godbole3 hours ago

U.S. President Donald Trump (Jesse Hamilton/CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin clings to monthly gains, historic losing streak still in play

Bitcoin shows early signs of outperformance against gold, with the BTC gold ratio rebounding toward 16 ounces after a steep cycle drawdown.

By James Van Straten4 hours ago

Bitcoin barely clings to monthly gains. (Tyler Stableford/Getty images)

Markets

Bitcoin's momentum indicator is flashing a signal that should worry bulls

A key momentum indicator that has been accurate at calling price selloffs since October just triggered.

By Omkar Godbole4 hours ago

Markets

Stocks start catching up with bitcoin’s earlier price crash to $60,000 as bond yields rise

Stocks look to be catching with BTC's earlier crash to nearly $60,000.

By Omkar Godbole9 hours ago

Computer monitors and a laptop screen show trading charts on a desk overlooking an expanse of water at sunset. (sergeitokmakov/Pixabay)

Markets

Gold falters as macro pressures build, bitcoin holds liquidity trend

Rising real rates and inflation risks weigh on gold, while bitcoin continues to consolidate.

By James Van Straten23 hours ago

Markets

Bitcoin options signal extreme fear as downside protection premium hits new all-time high, says VanEck

Despite stabilizing spot prices, investors remain defensive, with leveraged speculation cooling and realized volatility dropping from 80 to 50, suggesting a cautious market sentiment.

By Francisco RodriguesMar 21, 2026

Trading screen with price monitors and charts (Yashowardhan Singh/Unsplash)

Finance

Grayscale wants to bring the world's hottest crypto trading frenzy to your brokerage account

The Hyperliquid network has seen significant growth, with weekly derivatives trading volume exceeding $50 billion and 24-hour fee revenue of $1.6 million.

By Francisco RodriguesMar 21, 2026