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-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

Evgeny Gaevoy, CEO, Wintermute (CoinDesk)

Markets

Bhutan Bets on Binance Pay to Power Crypto-Backed Tourism Economy

At the Digital Bhutan panel, co-hosted by Binance, officials laid out a clear vision: bring crypto out of theory and into everyday life.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 30, 2025

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

Markets

Metaplanet Acquires 1,005 Bitcoin, Issues $208M Bonds for Further BTC Buys

Last week, the fifth largest corporate bitcoin holder, announced it is raising $515 million from capital raises.

By Parikshit MishraJun 30, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Jumps After Trump Says Growth Will Offset Deficits, Boosting Bull Case for BTC and Gold

Bitcoin rose 0.54% to $107,937 after analyst Will Clemente said Trump’s deficit comments reinforce the bull case for BTC and gold.

By Siamak Masnavi, CD AnalyticsJun 29, 2025

Bitcoin price rose 0.54% to $107,937 in 24 hours

Markets

Bitcoin Treasury Corp Boosts Holdings to 771 BTC, Plans Lending After $51M Buy

The Toronto-listed firm plans to use its 771 Bitcoin trove for institutional lending.

By Francisco RodriguesJun 28, 2025

Money rolled up (Vitaly Taranov/Unsplash)

Markets

Core Scientific Could Top $30 on CoreWeave Buyout Deal: Cantor Fitzgerald

A new Cantor Fitzgerald report argues that bitcoin miner Core Scientific is worth far more than the markets believe thanks to its strategic role in powering AI.

By Sam ReynoldsJun 27, 2025