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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.

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Bitcoin News

Markets

James Wynn, the Trader Who Bet $1B on Bitcoin, Is Now Long Pepe

The pseudonymous trader on Hyperliquid closed their billion-dollar notional position for a $17 million loss over the weekend and is now betting on downside.

By Shaurya MalwaMay 26, 2025

Pepe the Frog (PepeCoin's Twitter account)

Markets

Bearish Bets on Strategy Look Alluring, Says 10X Research as MSTR Diverges From Bitcoin's Bull Run

Despite bitcoin reaching record highs, MSTR's stock price has stalled, indicating waning investor enthusiasm.

By Omkar GodboleMay 26, 2025

A brown bear sits on the ground (LTapsaH/Pixabay)

Markets

Bitcoin Regains $110K After Weekend Sell-Off; ADA, DOGE Lead Uptick in Crypto Majors

Traders eye renewed upside as President Donald Trump delayed a decision on EU tariffs, with sentiment recovering and options positioning turning bullish again.

By Shaurya MalwaMay 26, 2025

Trading screen with price monitors and charts (Yashowardhan Singh/Unsplash)

Markets

Bitcoin Drops Below $107.5K as Trump Tariff Threat Triggers Crypto Sell-Off

Bitcoin faces selling pressure after Trump’s EU tariff warning, with price breaking key support and technicals signaling volatility near $107K.

By AI BoostMay 25, 2025

BTC 24-hour chart showing drop below $107,200 on May 25, 2025

Markets

Chart of the Week: Bitcoin Soars, But ‘Wen Lambo’ Crowd Is Missing From the Rally

Bitcoin hit new highs, but retail investors remain on the sidelines while institutional money fuels the steady rally.

By Aoyon AshrafMay 25, 2025

He bought a Lambo, allegedly. (Wes Tindel/Unsplash)

Markets

A Small Food Firm Buys 21 bitcoin, Jumping on BTC Treasury Trend, Shares Fall Anyways

The firm, despite its ambitious plans to accumulate BTC, saw its shares plunge more than 12% in Friday's trading session.

By Francisco RodriguesMay 24, 2025

Stock market price charts (Anne Nygård/Unsplash)

Markets

Strategy Slumps 6%, Leading Crypto Names Lower as Bitcoin Treasury Strategies Are Questioned

Bitcoin slumped just modestly from record high levels on Friday, but the carnage in related stocks was far worse.

By Tom CarrerasMay 23, 2025

MicroStrategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor (Credit: CoinDesk/Danny Nelson)

Markets

Crypto Market Sees $300M Liquidations as Trump Tariff Threats Flush Late Bulls

The leverage flush happened as crypto prices quickly dropped on renewed trade war fears, with BTC slipping 3% from near record highs.

By Krisztian SandorMay 23, 2025

Close up image of Donald Trump speaking at lectern

Markets

Semler Scientific Bolsters Bitcoin Holdings with $50M Acquisition

The company acquired 455 bitcoin in its third-largest announced purchase.

By James Van StratenMay 23, 2025

Bitcoin, Semler Scientific

Finance

Crypto Lender Ledn Goes Full Bitcoin Maxi as It Seeks to Reduce Client Asset Risk

Ledn said the shift is part of its broader strategy to simplify its product and sharpen its focus around bitcoin.

By Jamie CrawleyMay 23, 2025

Ledn co-founders Mauricio Di Bartolomeo (left) and Adam Reeds (Ledn)
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