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

U.S. June CPI fell 0.4%, likely cooling move toward Fed rate hikes

This morning's report could go a long way toward determining whether the Federal Reserve raises interest rates at its late-July meeting.

By James Van Straten, Stephen Alpher2 hours ago

U.S. June CPI fell 0.4%, lowering potential Fed rate hikes odds (CoinDesk/BLS)

Tech

Bitcoin's BIP-110 sparked a fight over who gets to decide the future of Bitcoin

BIP-110 sought to limit non-financial data on Bitcoin's blockchain but instead reignited debates over censorship and decentralization.

By Jamie Crawley, AI Boost3 hours ago

Markets

Bitcoin’s great rotation: Long-term holders pass supply to a new generation of buyers

Long-term holders are quietly transferring supply to a new generation of buyers, but looming Federal Reserve rate hikes could still trigger the capitulation markets have been waiting for.

By James Van Straten3 hours ago

Markets

Bitcoin slips as traders lift July Fed rate hike bets ahead of Inflation report

Major cryptocurrencies have dropped by 2% or more in 24 hours as traders boosted bets of a July Fed rate hike.

By Omkar Godbole11 hours ago

Markets

Bitcoin panic-selling may be ending as sellers' profit margins disappear

Analysts point to bitcoin’s resilience amid fresh U.S.-Iran escalation and renewed spot ETF inflows as the clearest signs yet that the marginal seller has stepped away.

By Omkar Godbole22 hours ago

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

Markets

Strategy pauses its Bitcoin buying spree to hoard a massive $3 billion cash cushion

Strategy now has more than 20 months of coverage for preferred-stock dividends and debt interest.

By James Van Straten23 hours ago

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor (Nikhilesh De)

Markets

Michael Saylor’s Strategy added $467 million in cash, made no changes to bitcoin holdings

The company raised the fresh cash via sales of common stock; its USD Reserve now stands at $3 billion.

By James Van StratenJul 13, 2026

Michael Saylor & James Van Straten (CoinDesk)

Markets

Paradigm shifts vs bubbles: AI chips and bitcoin show powerful trends can still produce severe corrections

Structural change can create lasting opportunities, but explosive rallies in semiconductors, metals and bitcoin show how quickly strong narratives can become speculative excess.

By James Van StratenJul 13, 2026