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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.

DISCLOSURE: This text was written with the assistance of AI, then reviewed by a person.


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Bitcoin bounces above $90,000 as Trump strikes calmer tone on Greenland acquisition in Davos

Trump said U.S. prepares to negotiate to acquire Greenland that will not pose threat to NATO.

Автор Krisztian Sandor21 янв. 2026 г.

Donald Trump (Jesse Hamilton/CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin utility blockchain VerifiedX debuts ‘Venmo-for crypto’ payment app Butterfly

The Butterfly app goes live in partnership with Crypto.com, Moonpay and Blockdaemon.

Автор Ian Allison21 янв. 2026 г.

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Bitcoin falls to nearly $88,000 ahead of Trump’s Davos talk, putting U.S. session at risk

European stocks extended their losing streak and bond-market support faded, while gold hit fresh record highs above $4,860 an ounce.

Автор Shaurya Malwa21 янв. 2026 г.

Donald Trump points at the audience during a press conference at the White House.

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Why the CEO of crypto trading firm XBTO says gold is surging while bitcoin stays quiet in 2026: Asia Morning Briefing

XBTO CEO Philippe Bekhazi told CoinDesk in an interview that ETFs, derivatives hedging, and corporate treasuries are compressing BTC swings, while metals absorb the macro stress trade.

Автор Sam Reynolds21 янв. 2026 г.

XBTO CEO Philippe Bekhazi (provided)

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Bitcoin falls below $89,000 amid new tariff war concerns, bond selloff: Markets Liveblog

Analysts, CoinDesk reporters and longtime industry participants weigh in on today's bitcoin, crypto and market price action.

Автор CoinDesk20 янв. 2026 г.

Bitcoin (TheDigitalArtist/Pixabay, modified by CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin plunges below $90,000 amid global risk asset selloff

Ether is the worst performer among the major cryptos, down more than 6% over the past 24 hours and tumbling below $3,000.

Автор Helene Braun, Krisztian Sandor20 янв. 2026 г.

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Japan bond market panic spills into crypto; 'yields will keep rising until something breaks'

Donald Trump, Greenland and EU trade tensions are grabbing most of the headlines, but financial pros are eyeing Tuesday's shocking surge in Japanese bond yields.

Автор Stephen Alpher20 янв. 2026 г.

Bitcoin plunges below $40K (Eva Blue/Unsplash)

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Michael Saylor's Strategy purchases another $2.13 billion in bitcoin

The company now holds 709,715 bitcoin, acquired for nearly $54 billion.

Автор James Van Straten20 янв. 2026 г.

Strategy Executive Chaiman Michael Saylor (Gage Skidmore / CC BY-SA 2.0 / Modified by CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin could crash to $58,000 as 'restrictive' Fed policy and trade tensions weigh on crypto

The veteran trader who accurately called the 2018 bitcoin crash has tipped bitcoin to fall to $58,000. Experts said macro conditions favor a bearish bitcoin trend.

Автор Olivier Acuna20 янв. 2026 г.

Bear roaring

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BlackRock’s PFF ETF has $380 million worth of exposure to MSTR's preferred equities

ETF allocations to Stretch, Strife, and Stride underscore institutional appetite for MSTR income securities.

Автор James Van Straten20 янв. 2026 г.

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor at the Digital Asset Summit in New York City on March 20, 2025. (Nikhilesh De)
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