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 $100K Plays Back in Vogue After 10% BTC Price Surge From 'Trump Put'

The Deribit-listed $100K strike call has seen the biggest jump in open interest in the past 24 hours.

By Omkar GodboleMar 3, 2025

Donald Trump (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

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Bitcoin's Surge After Trump's Crypto Reserve News Showing Signs of Sustainable Bullish Run

Spot CVD shows buyers as the aggressors, indicating spot demand as open interest stays flat.

By James Van StratenMar 2, 2025

Crypto market breadth improves. (ArtTower/Pixabay)

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Swiss National Bank President Reportedly Dismisses Bitcoin as Reserve Asset

Despite Switzerland’s growing acceptance of cryptocurrencies, SNB's President dismissed them as a "niche phenomenon."

By Francisco RodriguesMar 1, 2025

Swiss flags in Zurich (Claudio Schwarz/Unsplash)

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Crypto Prices Show Signs of Recovery With Bitcoin Above $84k Amid Trump's Summit Plans

The rebound comes amid a planned crypto summit hosted by Donald Trump and BlackRock’s inclusion of bitcoin in its model portfolios.

By Francisco RodriguesMar 1, 2025

Price chart on an exchange (Nick Chong/Unsplash)

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Bitcoin Dip-Buyers Step in Friday, but What Might Weekend Action Bring?

Punitive tariffs against Mexico, Canada and China could go into effect on Tuesday.

By Stephen AlpherFeb 28, 2025

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Bitdeer Buys the Bitcoin Dip With BTC Price Set for Worst Month in 3 Years

Bitdeer currently holds 855 BTC, valued at approximately $69 million.

By James Van StratenFeb 28, 2025

Mining machines (GreenBelka/Shutterstock)

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Borrowed Cash Fuels Bitcoin Purchases on Bitfinex as BTC Price Tumbles

Since the start of the year, bitcoin holdings bought on margin on Bitfinex have increased by over 13,000 BTC.

By James Van StratenFeb 28, 2025

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Bitcoin Set for Worst Month Since June 2022, Worst Week Since November That Year

This year's average purchase price is around $97,880, leaving investors facing an almost 20% unrealized loss at current prices.

By James Van StratenFeb 28, 2025

Bitcoin: Exchange Average Withdrawal Price By Year (Glassnode)

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Bitcoin Sell-Off Could Be a Textbook 'Breakout and Retest' Play: Godbole

The breakout and re-test play has its roots in behavioral aspects of trading and investing.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 28, 2025

BTC's weekly chart: Breakout and retest play. (CoinDesk/TradingView)

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XRP, DOGE Plunge 10% as Fresh Trump Tariffs Hit China Markets

Overall crypto market capitalization fell 8% to $2.7 trillion, reversing all advances since Republican Donald Trump was elected U.S. president in early November.

By Shaurya MalwaFeb 28, 2025