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

The Blockchain Group Raises $13M to Advance Bitcoin Treasury Vision

Capital increase and convertible bonds attract key investors.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostJul 1, 2025

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Markets

BTC's 200-Week Average Rises to $50K to Suggest Long-Term Market Strength

Key technical indicators show strength for bitcoin as market consolidates. Key average rises to record valuation to suggest long-term market strength.

By James Van StratenJul 1, 2025

Close-up of the head of a statue of a bull (cjweaver13/Pixabay)

Markets

Strategy's Perpetual Preferred Stocks May Be Front Running S&P 500 Inclusion

Bitcoin’s monthly record close sparks speculation around Strategy’s market moves, but interest rates may also be playing a role.

By James Van StratenJul 1, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Profit Taking Accelerates as BTC Realized Gain Jumps to $2.4B

Long-term holders have been selling their BTC as U.S.-listed spot bitcoin ETFs see continued inflows.

By Omkar GodboleJul 1, 2025

Profit-taking on BTC network accelerates. (Pixabay)

Markets

Germany's Public Savings Bank Network Sparkassen to Offer Bitcoin Trading to Clients: Report

Clients will be allowed to trade BTC and ETH via their mobile banking app.

By Omkar GodboleJul 1, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin ETP With DeFi Yield Goes Live in Europe

The Fineqia Bitcoin Yield ETP deploys the underlying assets in decentralized finance yield strategies to offer investors a return on BTC holdings.

By Krisztian SandorJul 1, 2025

Markets

XRP, TRX, DOGE Lead Majors With Positive Funding Rates as Bitcoin's Traditionally Weak Quarter Begins

Perpetual funding rates indicate a bullish sentiment for top altcoins, with XRP showing the strongest demand.

By Omkar GodboleJul 1, 2025

AI trading screens. (TheDigitalArtist/Pixabay)

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