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.

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Bitcoin Breaks Fresh Record Topping $116,000

The new all-time high on Thursday follows multiple attempts to break above the $112,000 level.

By Krisztian SandorJul 10, 2025

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Sequans Communications Kicks Off Bitcoin Treasury with 370 BTC Purchase

The semiconductor firm plans to expand holdings to 3,000 BTC using proceeds from recent its capital raise.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostJul 10, 2025

Sequans acquired 370 BTC initially and aims to accumulate over 3,000 BTC(Shutterstock)

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Bitcoin's Q2 Boom Being Fueled by Corporates: Bitwise

Public companies expand bitcoin treasuries as participation soars.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostJul 10, 2025

A Holstein bull is tethered to a peg in the ground (Cvmontuy/Wikimedia Commons)

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This One Metric Suggests Bitcoin Has Plenty of Room Left to Run

Despite new all-time highs, on-chain data signals the rally may be far from over.

By James Van StratenJul 10, 2025

Close-up of the head of a statue of a bull (cjweaver13/Pixabay)

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This Chart Points to a 30% Bitcoin Price Boom Ahead: Technical Analysis

IBIT's chart flashes a bullish pattern as BTC's spot price flirts with record highs.

By Omkar GodboleJul 10, 2025

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Shiba Inu Smashes Triangle Pattern Against Bitcoin, But Looks Weak Against Dogecoin

Institutional trading drove significant SHIB price gains, with strong resistance at around $0.00001250, CoinDesk's AI research noted.

By Omkar Godbole, CD AnalyticsJul 10, 2025

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Bitcoin Bulls Increase Exposure as Trump's Pressure on Fed Pushes $15B Into BTC ETFs, Analyst Says

U.S.-listed spot bitcoin ETFs have attracted billions in investor capital over three months amid political pressure on the Federal Reserve to cut rates.

By Omkar GodboleJul 10, 2025