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.

Finance

Riot Platforms Taps Data Center Veteran to Expand Beyond Bitcoin Mining

Jonathan Gibbs will lead Riot’s push into enterprise-grade data centers for AI and cloud computing.

By Tom Carreras, AI BoostJun 2, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Mining Profitability Improved in May, JPMorgan Says

The total market cap of the 13 U.S.-listed miners that the bank tracks rose 19% from the month previous, according to the report.

By Will CannyJun 2, 2025

Mining rigs in Plattsburgh, N.Y. (Fran Velasquez/CoinDesk)

Markets

Russia’s Largest Bank Sberbank Launches Structured Bonds Tied to Bitcoin

 The structured product gives exposure to BTC price changes and USD/RUB exchange shifts.

By Francisco RodriguesJun 2, 2025

Sberbank branch in Brno (Perituss/Wikimedia Commons)

Markets

Strategy Expands Bitcoin Holdings by 705 BTC, Lifts Total BTC Stash to Over $60B

Company acquires additional BTC, leveraging preferred stock sales.

By James Van StratenJun 2, 2025

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor standing. (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk))

Markets

Bitcoin, Bonds, and the Rising Influence of Japan’s Yield Curve

Bitcoin's surprising alignment with long-end Japanese government bonds signals a deeper global macro shift.

By James Van StratenJun 2, 2025

The Diet building, Japan's parliament. (Shutterstock)

Markets

Crypto Soared in May as Institutions, States, and Regulators Embrace Bitcoin: Ikigai's Kling

Massive treasury allocations, regulatory breakthroughs, and strategic acquisitions pushed bitcoin to new highs.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostJun 2, 2025

Markets

Metaplanet Acquires 1,088 Bitcoin to Bring BTC Stash to Over $930M

The firm’s latest $117.5 million purchase brings its total holdings to 8,888 BTC.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 2, 2025

Tech

Elon Musk Announces 'Bitcoin-Style' XChat, But Tech Experts Are Skeptical

Tech experts question the new offering's claims of having Bitcoin-style encryption.

By Omkar GodboleJun 2, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Rebounds Above $104,300 as Tariff Chaos Triggers Nearly $1B in Liquidations

BTC rebounds after plunging on U.S. tariff headlines, with strong volume support emerging near $103K and fresh institutional bids helping stabilize the market.

By AI Boost, Siamak MasnaviMay 31, 2025