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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Bitcoin Options Worth $9B Expire Friday, Traders May be Thankful for the Post-Thanksgiving Volatility

Approximately 45% ($4.2 billion) of the notional value in bitcoin that is set to expire is currently "in the money".

Por James Van Straten25 nov 2024

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XRP, DOGE Lead Crypto Losses as Weekend Pullback in Bitcoin Causes $500M Liquidations

BTC dropped more than 3.5% from its peak, as profit-taking led to a pullback from the near $100,000 mark late Friday.

Por Shaurya Malwa25 nov 2024

Bitcoin moved lower after Trump tariff threat (Shutterstock)

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Bitcoin Going to $140K Says Trio of AIs Managing $30M Investment Fund

Intelligent Alpha’s investment committee is composed of three AIs and the fund's CEO tries to stay out of their way.

Por Tom Carreras22 nov 2024

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First Mover Americas: Rotation to Altcoins Has Started With Gensler's Exit Date Set

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for November 22, 2024.

Por Krisztian Sandor, Omkar Godbole22 nov 2024

CoinDesk 20 Index vs. Bitcoin price (CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin Retail Investor Selling Signals Coming Pullback, but There Might be a Catch

Dubbed "smart money" of late, retail bitcoiners are starting to sell, but exchange balances are falling, suggesting plenty of buyers.

Por James Van Straten21 nov 2024

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First Mover Americas: Bitcoin at $100K Sounds Nice, but Expect Pullback

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for November 21, 2024.

Por Krisztian Sandor, Omkar Godbole21 nov 2024

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Futures Open Interest on CME Surpasses 215K Bitcoin for the First Time as BTC Eyes $100K

Bitcoin has added $30,000 since Donald Trump won the U.S. presidential election and closing in on a $2 trillion market cap.

Por James Van Straten21 nov 2024

BTC: Binance vs CME: Futures Open Interest Dominance (Glassnode)

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Bitcoin Futures Smash Through $100K Barrier on Deribit

Deribit's BTC futures expiring in March, June and September 2025 trade above $100,000.

Por Omkar Godbole21 nov 2024

Contracts expiring in March 2025 and beyond trade above $100K. (Deribit)

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Leveraged MicroStrategy Markets Showcase Risk-On Like Never Before as Bitcoin Aims for Six-Digit Price

Traders are adding leverage on top of an already leveraged MSTR ETF, signaling heightened risk appetite and a build up of speculative excesses.

Por Omkar Godbole21 nov 2024

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Bitcoin Crosses $97K, Continuing Wild ‘Trump Trade’ Rally

BTC traded above $96,500 in early Asian hours, less than 6% from a landmark $100,000 figure that would push it above a $2 trillion market capitalization.

Por Shaurya Malwa21 nov 2024