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

The Key to Reviving Bitcoin Bull Run Is the U.S. Treasury’s Refunding Announcement

Risk assets will likely rally if the TGA estimate is maintained at or lowered from the current $750 billion, one observer said.

By Omkar GodboleApr 26, 2024

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen at American University (Jesse Hamilton/CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin Stable Above $64K While ETF Outflows Hit $200M

The relationship between bitcoin's price and ETF outflows is weakening

By Sam ReynoldsApr 26, 2024

Podcasts

Crypto Update | Positive Regulatory Developments for Crypto

By Helene BraunApr 25, 2024

Key Bitcoin Support Levels to Watch as Volatility Rises

Markets

Kara Swisher Downplays Crypto's Significance: 'It's Not the Center of Everything'

The author of "Burn Book" says argued that the cryptocurrency sector has been caught up in a "huge hype cycle" with a considerable amount of "scammery" involved.

By Sam ReynoldsApr 25, 2024