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

‘Crypto spring’ is here, says one analyst after bitcoin's key signals turn bullish

Standard Chartered analyst Geoffrey Kendrick's bullish call comes as spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund inflows return, oil prices fall and Coinbase's CEO says bitcoin likely bottomed near $60,000.

By Helene Braun2 hours ago

Markets

Coinbase's Brian Armstrong says bitcoin may have bottomed at $60,000

Armstrong said his instinct is that bitcoin has probably found its floor, pointing to the four-year cycle that has historically marked lows.

By Shaurya Malwa3 hours ago

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk)

Markets

Michael Saylor's Strategy acquires another 1,587 bitcoin for $100 million

The latest purchase was made at an average price of $63,024 per bitcoin.

By James Van Straten, Shaurya Malwa4 hours ago

Michael Saylor & James Van Straten (CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin shoots higher on Iran peace deal, with Strait of Hormuz set to open

The price of crude oil is tumbling, and U.S. stock futures are moving higher.

By Stephen Alpher16 hours ago

Map of Iran with a pin just north of Esfahan. (Tudoran Andrei/Shutterstock)

Markets

Bitcoin could crash to $48,000, if this historical pattern is triggered

A pattern stretching back to bitcoin's earliest days has held through every market cycle. It has yet to be tested in the current one.

By Omkar Godbole21 hours ago

Finance

Here's what SpaceX's IPO means for its $1.3 billion bitcoin reserve

The largest company on public markets now holds bitcoin as a treasury reserve, not as a business model. Its first earnings cycles will test which version of corporate crypto survives a bear market.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 13, 2026

Markets

Bitcoin rises above $64,000 after Pakistan prime minister says Iran peace deal is near

Bitcoin traded above $64,000 on Saturday, supported by its strongest ETF inflows in a month and growing optimism around geopolitical developments.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostJun 13, 2026

Markets

Saylor to Musk: Thanks to you, 25% of 'Mag8' firms now hold bitcoin

"Thanks to you, 25% of the Mag8 now holds bitcoin on the balance sheet," Saylor wrote on X, congratulating Musk on SpaceX's historic IPO debut.

By Omkar GodboleJun 13, 2026

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor (CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin hit bottom at $59,000 marking end to the crypto winter, says Standard Chartered analyst

Senior market analyst Geoffrey Kendrick pointed to the SpaceX IPO and a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal as the dual catalysts ending the recent crypto selloff.

By Olivier AcunaJun 12, 2026