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

A Year Ago Today, Bitcoin Hit $49K on Yen Carry Trade Unwind, Now It's Up 130%

From panic to accumulation, long-term holders are strengthening their positions while bond yields and equities jump alongside bitcoin.

By James Van StratenAug 5, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin's Long-Term Bullishness Evaporates From Options Market as Inflation Concern Rises

Bitcoin's long-term bullish sentiment has turned neutral as options market indicators show a shift in market sentiment.

By Omkar GodboleAug 5, 2025

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Markets

Bitcoin Struggles to Hold $115K; Solana, Dogecoin Show Relative Strength as Risk-Off Sentiment Lingers

A colloquial narrative that “altseason” is imminent has weakened, with traders rotating capital back into majors or moving to the sidelines entirely.

By Shaurya MalwaAug 5, 2025

Markets

Asia Morning Briefing: BTC Rebounds Toward $115K as ETF Flows Return, but Traders Still Price Tail Risk

BTC recovers from Friday’s macro-led rout as Bitwise reports net inflows. But Polymarket traders give even odds of a drop below $100K, underscoring lingering market fragility.

By Sam ReynoldsAug 5, 2025

Finance

Crypto Treasuries Expand as Public Companies Make Bold Monday Moves

BitMine, Verb, and Sequans expand digital asset strategies with major crypto acquisitions, pushing stocks higher.

By James Van StratenAug 4, 2025

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Markets

BTC Risks Deeper Slide to $100K, XRP Challenges Corrective Trend

Bitcoin’s multi-month rally appears to have hit a significant wall, with a confluence of bearish signals emerging across both weekly and daily charts.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostAug 4, 2025