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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.

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Markets

Bitcoin Retail Activity Remains Low Despite Recent Rally

Big upticks in retail interest are commonly thought to be a topping indicator, so the current relative lack of involvement could hint at potential further price increases.

By James Van StratenSep 30, 2024

BTC: Total Transfer Volume (Glassnode)

Markets

MicroStrategy's Next Bitcoin Purchase Is Likely to Take Its Holdings Above Grayscale's GBTC

The self-described Bitcoin development company currently holds 252,220 bitcoins, but has more than $1 billion in dry powder with which to purchase additional tokens.

By Helene BraunSep 30, 2024

MicroStrategy executive chairman and co-founder Michael Saylor. (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin Tumbles Back Below $64K as Surprise Japan Prime Minister Choice Triggers 5% Plunge in Nikkei

Overbought conditions also surely played a role in bitcoin's Monday decline.

By Stephen AlpherSep 30, 2024

Ether has fallen below a key bull market trendline. (Eva Blue/Unsplash)

Markets

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Drops 3%, Still on Track for Best September Since 2013

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Sept. 30, 2024.

By Jamie Crawley, Omkar GodboleSep 30, 2024

BTC price, FMA Sept. 30 2024 (CoinDesk)

Markets

'Overbought' Bitcoin Drops Below $64K as ISM Manufacturing Data Looms: 10x Research

The U.S. data, due Tuesday, has triggered 10% price drops in the first week of the past three months, 10x Research said.

By Omkar GodboleSep 30, 2024

BTC's price dropped through a support level on Monday. (TradingView/CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin’s Bearish September May Be Its Best Since 2013 Ahead of Bullish October

BTC is close to ending September up 9%, its best since 2013, ahead of a seasonally bullish October.

By Shaurya MalwaSep 30, 2024

(Giovanni Calia/Unsplash)

Markets

Bitcoin Bulls Eye $75K and Higher as BTC Registers Three-Week Winning Streak

BTC has registered its first three-week winning trend since February.

By Omkar GodboleSep 30, 2024

Bull Market (Kameleon007/Getty Images)

Markets

MicroStrategy 2X Leveraged ETF Sees Massive Inflows In First Week Of Trading As MSTR Outperforms Bitcoin

The T-REX 2X Long MSTR Daily Target ETF (MSTU) took in $72 million in the first week of trading, according to data by Bloomberg Intelligence.

By Helene Braun, James Van StratenSep 27, 2024

MSTR vs BTCUSD( TradingView)

Markets

Bitcoin FOMO Is Back: $70K and Then New Record Highs in Sight, Says Analyst

A $10 billion surge in stablecoin minting over the past weeks has flooded the crypto market with liquidity, 10X Research's Markus Thielen noted.

By Stephen AlpherSep 27, 2024

(David Mark/Pixabay)

Markets

Bitcoin Prices Show Positive 30-Day Correlation With China's Central Bank Balance Sheet

“The new inflow of cash could indirectly push up the price of bitcoin, particularly in the long term perspective,” one analyst said.

By Shaurya Malwa, James Van StratenSep 27, 2024

Shanghái, China. (Edward He/Unsplash)
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