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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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Core Foundation, Bitcoin Layer 1 With Over $500M Staked BTC, Adds BitGo and KODA as Validators

Core Foundation has announced BitGo and KODA as new validators, enhancing institutional adoption of Bitcoin-native DeFi.

Автор Omkar Godbole

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Leverage Reconfigures in Q1: DeFi Recovers, CeFi Quietly Expands, Treasury Debt Mounts

Galaxy’s latest report shows crypto leverage fell overall, but structural shifts in DeFi, CeFi and treasury financing signal rising interdependence and hidden risk.

Автор James Van Straten

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Investment Advisers Become Top Holders of Spot Bitcoin ETFs, Ether ETF Demand Rises

13F filings show investment advisers dominate institutional crypto ETF exposure, with growing interest in ether alongside Bitcoin.

Автор James Van Straten

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Bitcoin's 50-Day Average Hits Record High, but There's a Catch

The spread between the spot price and the 50-day SMA continues to narrow in a sign of waning momentum.

Автор Omkar Godbole

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Trio of Soft Economic Reports Boost Fed Rate Cut Odds, but What About Bitcoin?

The big rally in bitcoin and stocks over the past eight weeks has occurred with a (somewhat) hawkish Fed; a dovish turn could provide fuel for new legs higher.

Автор Stephen Alpher, Omkar Godbole

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A Tiny Fintech Firm Is Launching $100M Crypto Treasury Strategy, Including BTC, ETH

The firm plans to invest not only in bitcoin, but also in ether and "regulated stablecoins," funded through existing equity facility and an institutional partnership.

Автор Francisco Rodrigues

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Korea's K Wave Media Soars 155% on $500M Bitcoin Treasury Plan

Aspiring to become the “Korean Metaplanet,” K Wave Media is selling $500 million in common stock to fund initial BTC purchases.

Автор James Van Straten, AI Boost

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Bitcoin Liquidity Crunch Points to Fresh Volatility as New Cycle Builds: Sygnum Bank

Bitcoin’s role as a safe haven is getting a fresh boost from turmoil in U.S. treasuries and a weakening dollar, analysts said.

Автор Shaurya Malwa

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Semler Scientific Acquires Additional 185 Bitcoin, Bringing Holdings to Nearly $500M

The latest purchase was for $20 million and the company has now tapped its April 15 common stock issuance program for $136.2 million to fund bitcoin buys.

Автор James Van Straten, AI Boost

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Moscow Exchange Launches Bitcoin Futures for Qualified Investors

Sberbank, Russia’s largest bank, is also launching bitcoin futures and structure bonds tied to BTC.

Автор Francisco Rodrigues

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Crypto platform Gemini’s stock is down 80% from its IPO. That’s reviving takeover speculation
The crypto platform’s market value has fallen to about $753 million, putting fresh attention on the licenses, custody infrastructure and customer relationships a buyer could inherit.
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Coinbase, Robinhood, Circle could be early winners of SEC's tokenized-stock push, analysts say
Goldman Sachs and Citizens analysts said the agency's move create new opportunities in custody, tokenization infrastructure and stablecoin settlement, while giving brokers room to expand onchain products.
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Crypto traders braced for a total wipeout this week but Bitcoin had other plans
Market experts view bitcoin’s price stability as evidence of its fundamental independence from Washington, maintaining that global liquidity and adoption cycles remain the primary growth drivers.
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