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

Bitcoin Still on Track for $140K This Year, But 2026 Will Be Painful: Elliott Wave Expert

Elliott wave expert suggests a potential BTC peak at around $140K followed by a bear market in 2026.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostAug 4, 2025

BTC's Elliott wave analysis points to a bear market in 2026. (Kanenori/Pixabay)

Markets

XRP Leads Market Gains, Bitcoin Nears $115K as Trump Tariffs Sour Bullish Crypto Mood

“The dip was driven by concerns over Trump’s tariff stance and the Fed’s signal that it’s not keen to cut rates soon,” one trader said.

By Shaurya MalwaAug 4, 2025

Markets

Trump Media Confirms $2B Bitcoin Treasury and $300M Options Strategy in Q2 2025 Earnings Report

In its Q2 2025 earnings release, DJT said it had acquired $2B billionin bitcoin and related securities, and allocated $300 million to an options-based BTC strategy.

By Siamak Masnavi, AI BoostAug 3, 2025

High-resolution image of numerous shiny gold bitcoin tokens stacked together.

Tech

Arkham Says $3.5B LuBian Bitcoin Theft Went Undetected for Nearly Five Years

Arkham, a blockchain analytics firm, says it uncovered a five-year-old theft of 127,000 BTC from LuBian, a major 2020 mining pool.

By Siamak Masnavi, AI BoostAug 2, 2025

Finance

Why Michael Saylor Calls Strategy's STRC Preferred Stock His Firm's 'iPhone Moment'

Michael Saylor likens Strategy’s latest Bitcoin-backed preferred stock to Apple’s iPhone, calling STRC a breakthrough in corporate finance with massive market potential.

By Siamak Masnavi, AI BoostAug 2, 2025