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 Carried Crypto Markets in 2025's First Half as Altcoins Crumbled. What's Next?

Crypto stayed flat in a volatile first half of the year thanks to bitcoin. Meanwhile, Ethereum's ETH, Solana's SOL and small caps endured steep losses.

By Krisztian SandorJun 30, 2025

Markets

Bhutan Possibly Readies $15M Bitcoin Sale as Holdings Near $1.3B

State-run wallets remain active while investors weigh potential sell pressure amid bitcoin price consolidation.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostJun 30, 2025

Buddha point, Thimphu, Bhutan (Passang Tobgay/Unsplash)

Markets

Michael Saylor's Strategy Added 4,980 Bitcoin Last Week, Bringing Stack to 597,325 Coins

The fresh acquisition was funded mostly through sales of common stock with sales of preferred shares accounting for a modest proportion.

By James Van StratenJun 30, 2025

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor standing. (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk))

Markets

Bitcoin-Gold Price Ratio's 10% Surge Greenlights Bullish Flag Pattern: Technical Analysis

The BTC-gold ratio increased by over 10% to 33.33 last week, marking its best performance in two months.

By Omkar GodboleJun 30, 2025

BTC/Gold ratio flashes a green signal to bitcoin bulls. (Alexas_Fotos/Pixabay)

Markets

Bitcoin Price Not Being Suppressed, Selling by Long-Term Holders, Checkmate Says

Long-term holders selling as market consolidates above $100,000.

By James Van StratenJun 30, 2025

Markets

The Blockchain Group Bolsters Bitcoin Holdings and Capital Base

Europe’s first bitcoin treasury company reports soaring BTC gains and strategic share subscriptions.

By James Van StratenJun 30, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin DEX Traders Position for Downside Volatility With $85K-$106K Puts, Derive Data Show

Traders chase downside bets in BTC, according to data shared by onchain options platform Derive.

By Omkar GodboleJun 30, 2025

DEX traders chase downside bets in BTC. (Pixabay)

Finance

Crypto Market Maker Wintermute Snags Bitcoin Credit Line From Cantor Fitzgerald

The loan facility enhances Wintermute’s ability to hedge risks effectively across exchanges and maintain broad market coverage, said the firm’s CEO Evgeny Gaevoy.

By Ian AllisonJun 30, 2025