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

Jamie Dimon Still Sees ‘No Value’ in Bitcoin

The crypto's main uses are for sex trafficking, money laundering and ransomware, claimed Dimon, a longtime foe of bitcoin.

By Helene BraunJan 13, 2025

Jamie Dimon speaks on stage during "The State of the Global Economy" panel for The Atlantic Festival 2024 on September 20, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images)

Markets

Global Investment Giant Capital Group Reaches 5% Stake in Bitcoin Holder Metaplanet

Capital Group is also the second-largest shareholder in MicroStrategy, trailing only Michael Saylor.

By James Van StratenJan 13, 2025

stacking coins (structuresxx/Shutterstock)

Markets

MicroStrategy Added 2,530 Bitcoin for $243M, Bringing Holdings to 450K BTC

During a presentation in Orlando on Monday, Saylor told executives to invest in bitcoin instead of bonds, which he labeled as "toxic."

By James Van Straten, Helene BraunJan 13, 2025

MicroStrategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor

Markets

Bitcoin Difficulty Hits All-Time High, Adjusts Positively for 8th Consecutive Time

When bitcoin typically puts in these many consecutive positive adjustments it has marked near cycle tops and bottoms.

By James Van StratenJan 13, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Under Pressure as Goldman Trims Fed Rate Cut Expectations, BofA Sees Potential Hike After Blowout Jobs Report

Risk assets trade weak as investment banks pare back Fed rate cuts in the wake of Friday's hotter-than-expected U.S. jobs report.

By Omkar GodboleJan 13, 2025

Battered BTC bulls pin hopes on the Fed. (JamesQube/Pixabay)

Markets

Why High Net-Worth Investors Are Super Bullish on Bitcoin Right Now

The difference in outlook between traders and high net-worth individuals has never been greater, according to David Siemer, CEO of Wave Digital Assets.

By Tom CarrerasJan 11, 2025

KULR expands bitcoin holdings to 510 BTC (Jacco Rienks, Unsplash)

Tech

Babylon Labs Brings New Momentum to Bitcoin ZK Tech Through Bridge to Cosmos Chains

Babylon, developer of the largest BTC staking protocol, is teaming up with Bitcoin developers Fiamma to build a trust-minimized bridge using BitVM2

By Jamie CrawleyJan 10, 2025

Markets

U.S. Added 256K Jobs in December, Blowing Past 160K Estimate

Crypto markets have fallen sharply over the past few days as stronger than expected economic data sent interest rates surging and called into question the idea that the Fed will continue easing monetary policy.

By Krisztian Sandor, Stephen AlpherJan 10, 2025