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

Strive Hikes Preferred Share Dividend Rate as Bitcoin Treasury Companies Continue to Plunge

Bitcoin has tumbled below $88,000 on Monday, helping to send Strive (ASST) common stock lower by 7% to $0.79

By James Van Straten, AI BoostDec 15, 2025

Opinion

Bitcoin Doesn’t Need Another Bull Run. It Needs An Economy

Bitcoin usage still skews toward long-term storage, as seen in how much BTC sits unmoved, says Terahash co-founder Hunter Rogers. But this behavior preserves individual wealth while starving the network.

By Hunter RogersDec 15, 2025

Markets

Michael Saylor's Strategy Made Second Consecutive $1B Bitcoin Purchase Last Week

Despite the continued struggles of its share price, Strategy again funded the purchase mostly via sales of common stock

By James Van StratenDec 15, 2025

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

Markets

Bitcoin's Parabolic Arc Snaps: Trader Peter Brandt Eyes $25K Crash Floor

Veteran trader Peter Brandt warns that bitcoin's growth parabola has fractured, potentially leading to a price drop to $25,000.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostDec 15, 2025

Markets

Fear and Greed Index in Fear 30% of the Past Year, Bitcoin Back in Extreme Fear

The latest death cross in November has so far marked a bottom of around $80,000, aligning with prior examples this cycle.

By James Van StratenDec 15, 2025

Markets

BTC Risks Falling to $80K as Nasdaq Rebound Stalls

Nasdaq and MOVE index patterns warrant caution for BTC bulls.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostDec 15, 2025

Markets

Asia Morning Briefing: Bitcoin Drifts Near $89K as Traders Step Back and Balance Sheets Step In

FlowDesk sees fading post-Fed demand and low leverage, while Glassnode data show digital asset treasuries quietly resuming bitcoin accumulation in a range-bound market.

By Sam ReynoldsDec 15, 2025