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.

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Growing Demand for Bitcoin $80K and $90K Puts Signals Caution Ahead of Jobs Data

The demand for puts shows persistent caution ahead of the nonfarm payrolls report.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 7, 2025

Computer screens show a security's price graph (PIX1861/Pixabay)

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Bitcoin in a Mire, Gold Eyes 6th Straight Week of Gains as Jobs Data Looms

BTC struggles amid weak on-chain activity while gold shines bright ahead of the pivotal U.S. nonfarm payrolls report.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 7, 2025

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Bitcoin Worth $1.6B Leave Exchanges in Biggest Bullish Outflow Since April: Research Analyst

Coinbase alone registered a net outflow of over 15,000 BTC Wednesday, hinting at a major institutional purchases of coins.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 6, 2025

BTC exchange netflows. (Andre Dragosch, Glassnode)

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Strategy Sees Thursday Nasdaq Listing for STRK Convertible Preferred Stock

Strategy's share sales from its at-the-market offering were just below 3% of the total cumulative trading volume.

By James Van StratenFeb 6, 2025

Executive Chairman of MSTR, Michael Saylor (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

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Trump's Aim to Lower The 10-Year Yield Could Bode Well for Bitcoin

Trump administration plans to lower the 10-year yield by controlling inflation and fiscal spending.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 6, 2025

President Donald Trump (TheDigitalArtist/Pixabay)

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Bitcoin Edges Near $98K as Eric Trump Pushes World Liberty Financial to Make Bitcoin Investment

Eric Trump, son of U.S. President Donald Trump said on X that it feels like a great time to enter BTC.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 6, 2025

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Strategy (MicroStrategy) Reports Q4 GAAP Loss of $3.03 Per Share, BTC Holdings of 471,107 Tokens

The company earlier on Wednesday changed its name to Strategy as its primary focus for some time has been bitcoin, not software.

By James Van Straten, Helene BraunFeb 5, 2025

MicroStrategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor (Credit: CoinDesk/Danny Nelson)

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Bitcoin Drops Below Key 2025 Realized Price Level, Raising Risk of Further Downside: Van Straten

Over 2.6 million bitcoin in supply are currently at a loss, one of the highest levels this year.

By James Van StratenFeb 5, 2025

BTC: Exchange Average Withdrawal Price (by Year) (Glassnode)

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Bitcoin-Gold Ratio at 12-Week Low as U.S. Physical Gold Deliveries Soar

Traders have been loading the yellow metal on U.S.-bound planes. Investment banking giant JPMorgan plans to deliver $4 billion of gold to New York this month.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 5, 2025