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 Trails Gold in 2025 but Dominates Long-Term Returns Across Major Asset Classes

Gold leads bitcoin year to date, but BTC’s cumulative return since 2011 dwarfs all major asset classes, including gold, stocks and real estate.

By Siamak Masnavi, AI BoostAug 9, 2025

BTC price chart showing intraday range near $116,500–$117,900

Markets

XRP Charts Signal Caution to Bulls as Bitcoin Awaits Breakout and Ether Goes Bonkers

XRP remains below the critical $3.65 level, where a bearish pattern previously emerged, as on-chain data shows potential for profit taking by holders.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostAug 9, 2025

XRP prone to profit taking. (shutterstock_248427865)

Finance

Harvard Reports $116M Stake in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin ETF in Latest Filing

The position marks one of the largest known bitcoin allocations by a U.S. university endowment.

By Aoyon Ashraf, AI BoostAug 8, 2025

Harvard University library (Pascal Bernardon/Unsplash)

Markets

Bitcoin Surges Past $117K as Trump Taps Stephen Miran for Federal Reserve

An executive order paving the way for crypto to be included in 401(k) plans is also helping boost prices on Thursday.

By Stephen AlpherAug 7, 2025

The Marriner S. Eccles Federal Reserve building in Washington, D.C.

Finance

Salomon Brothers Say It Has Completed Process of Notifying 'Abandoned' Crypto Wallets

Revived investment bank Salomon Brothers is using Bitcoin’s blockchain to claim abandoned wallets, sparking legal and ethical debates as it targets dormant addresses holding billions in BTC.

By Oliver KnightAug 7, 2025

New York City skyline (Michael Discenza/Unsplash)

Finance

Trump Set to Greenlight Crypto in 401(k)s; Bitcoin Rallies on Retirement Reform Push

President Trump’s upcoming executive order could open the door for Bitcoin, private equity, and real estate in U.S. retirement plans.

By Oliver KnightAug 7, 2025

Donald Trump at BTC 2024 (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

Finance

Bitcoin DeFi Project BOB Raises Another $9.5M to Build BTC DeFi Infrastructure

The investment bring BOB's ("Build on Bitcoin") total funds raised to $21 million, following previous raises in 2024

By Jamie Crawley, AI BoostAug 7, 2025

Markets

Crypto Market Cap Halts at $3.7T as Traders Rotate Out, Institutions Double Down on BTC, ETH

“Bitcoin was again approaching its 50-day moving average. Such frequent testing of the medium-term trend signal line indicates accumulated fatigue in the first cryptocurrency,” one analyst said.

By Shaurya MalwaAug 7, 2025

A do not wall crosswalk. (Kai Pilger/Unsplash)

Markets

Bitcoin's Volatility Disappears to Levels Not Seen Since October 2023

The shift in volatility patterns suggests bitcoin is increasingly mirroring Wall Street dynamics.

By Omkar GodboleAug 7, 2025

BTC's volatility meltdown continues. (jarmoluk/Pixabay)

Markets

Asia Morning Briefing: Bitcoin Slips Into Low-Liquidity 'Air Gap' as Post-ATH Drift Continues

Glassnode data shows BTC caught in a fragile holding pattern after slipping below key support. Market makers say conviction remains weak, with majors struggling to lead.

By Sam Reynolds, AI BoostAug 7, 2025