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.

Markets

Bitcoin bulls eye possible tailwind as U.S. dollar index continues to leg lower

Metals and other hard assets continue their surge to new records as the greenback stumbles, but crypto has not responded.

By James Van Straten, Stephen AlpherDec 23, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin's growing roadblock: The trendline from $126,000 limits gains

Trendline from record highs capped BTC's recovery attempt Monday.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostDec 23, 2025

Finance

Strategy's increased dollar buffer covers more than 2 years of dividend obligations

The company expanded its USD buffer runway beyond 2027, supporting dividends and reduces refinancing risk ahead of the next bitcoin halving.

By James Van StratenDec 23, 2025

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor (Danny Nelson, modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Miner capitulation is a contrarian signal, indicates renewed bitcoin momentum, VanEck says

VanEck data shows declining bitcoin mining activity has historically preceded strong returns in bitcoin.

By James Van StratenDec 23, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin trails gold and copper, as 'fear and AI' trade lifts tangible assets

Gold and copper have outperformed other major assets this year, with gold rallying more than copper.

By Omkar GodboleDec 23, 2025

XRP futures volume beat SOL on Kraken. (geralt/Pixabay)

Markets

Bitcoin slips below $88,000 as traders brace for $28.5 billion Deribit options expiry

Crypto continues to lose ground ahead of this week's record options expiration, while defensive positioning and thinning liquidity suggest caution into 2026.

By Helene BraunDec 22, 2025

The bitcoin market may see price volatility later Wednesday. (Ogutier/Pixabay)

Markets

Crypto prices again muted as gold surges to new record, U.S. stocks advance

Bitcoin for the moment was unable to hold the $90,000 level reached prior to the U.S. market open.

By Stephen Alpher, Krisztian SandorDec 22, 2025

Markets

BlackRock names bitcoin ETF a top 2025 theme despite price slump

The world's largest asset manager is promoting its underperforming bitcoin fund over higher-fee winners, signaling long-term commitment.

By Helene BraunDec 22, 2025

Markets

CME loses top spot to Binance in bitcoin futures open interest as institutional demand wanes

Behind the move is a sharp narrowing in the profitability of the basis trade, in which traders attempt to capture a spread by buying spot bitcoin while selling BTC futures.

By James Van StratenDec 22, 2025