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.

Tech

Popular Crypto Wallet MetaMask Unveils New Roadmap

Part of their new roadmap includes adding features that make the wallet experience easier for users.

By Margaux NijkerkFeb 28, 2025

The MetaMask Institutional booth at Paris Blockchain Week 2022 (Helene Braun/CoinDesk)

Markets

Tech Tumble Takes Toll on Bitcoin; Hedge Funder Targets $70K Handle in March

Crypto had plenty of reasons on its own to head lower, but now a general macro risk-off sentiment can be added to the mix.

By Stephen Alpher, Tom CarrerasFeb 27, 2025

Crypto plunges in quick fashion (Unsplash)

Markets

Bitcoin's Price Sell-Off Puts Focus on November's 'Runaway Gap' Below $80K in CME Futures

"Historically, CME gaps are filled eventually," one analyst said.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 27, 2025

BTC CME Futures' gap from November. (TradingView/CoinDesk)

Markets

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Sees Record Daily Outflow as the Basis Trade Starts to Unwind

BlackRock's IBIT saw a record outflow on Wednesday of over $418 million.

By James Van StratenFeb 27, 2025

Markets

Metaplanet Seeks to Raise Over $13M From Bond Sale to Buy More Bitcoin

Metaplanet raises 2 billion yen in zero-interest bonds to expand bitcoin holdings.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostFeb 27, 2025

Markets

Ether, XRP Down 5% as Crypto’s Painful Week Continues; APT Jumps 10% Amid Aptos ETF Registration in Delaware

Losses in crypto markets mirrored those in U.S. equities after lesser-than-expected earnings from technology stalwart Nvidia failed to wow investors.

By Shaurya MalwaFeb 27, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Registers Biggest 3-Day Price Slide Since FTX Debacle. What Next?

In a worst case scenario, prices could slide to the $72,000–$74,000 range, one analyst said.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 27, 2025

woman sliding, falling on snow. (Pezibear/Pixabay)

Markets

Bitcoin, Broader Market Dip After Trump Plans to Impose 25% Tariffs on EU

Bitcoin and S&P 500 both fell to their session low after Trump talked about tariffs at his first cabinet meeting on Wednesday.

By Aoyon AshrafFeb 26, 2025

Markets

Strategy Is Down 50% From Its Highs. What Does It Mean for Its $43B Bitcoin Holdings?

Bitcoin's stumble begs the question asked during the last bear market: Is there a point at which Michael Saylor would be forced to liquidate part of the company's near-500,000 BTC stack?

By James Van StratenFeb 26, 2025