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.

Policy

Paraguay President's X Account Hacked, Shares Bitcoin Scam

Santiago Peña's account said that bitcoin would be made legal tender.

By Tom CarrerasJun 9, 2025

Paraguay. Credit: Planet Volumes, Unsplash+

Markets

Michael Saylor's Strategy Added 1,045 Bitcoin for $110M Last Week

The company now holds a total of 582,000 tokens purchased at an average price of just over $70,000 each.

By Stephen AlpherJun 9, 2025

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor at the Digital Asset Summit in New York City on March 20, 2025. (Nikhilesh De)

Markets

The Blockchain Group Starts 300M-Euro ATM Share Sale to Expand Bitcoin Holdings

The program allows French asset manager TOBAM to buy shares at its discretion, potentially increasing its shareholding to as much as 39%. It currently holds 3%.

By Francisco RodriguesJun 9, 2025

Stock market price charts (Anne Nygård/Unsplash)

Markets

Bitcoin Struggles as Hang Seng Cheers U.S.-China Trade Talks; U.S. Inflation Eyed

Hong Kong's Hang Seng index rose above 24,000 for the first time since March, driven by trade talk optimism.

By Omkar GodboleJun 9, 2025

XRP options see huge block trades. (Pixabay)

Markets

Bitcoin Pushes Toward $107K Even as Trump Sends National Guard to Los Angeles

Bitcoin gains 0.78% despite a tense political backdrop in the U.S., with markets shrugging off fears of further unrest and a potential military mobilization.

By Siamak Masnavi, CD AnalyticsJun 8, 2025

24-hour price chart of Bitcoin (BTC-USD) showing breakout above $106K on June 8, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Holds Above $105K Despite Donald Trump’s Threats Against Elon Musk

Bitcoin remains above $105K as Trump threatens Elon Musk in a high-profile feud, showing crypto's resilience amid political drama and rising market tension.

By Siamak Masnavi, CD AnalyticsJun 7, 2025