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.

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Loka Launches Bitcoin Mining Pool for Institutional Investors With Support From Hashlabs

Institutional investors will be able to buy bitcoin futures at below-market rates from miners using sustainable energy.

Автор Will Canny16 июл. 2024 г., 9:00 a.m. ET

New and old bitcoin mining rigs at CleanSpark's site in Georgia.

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U.S.-Listed Bitcoin Miners' Share of Global Hashrate Reached Record in July: JPMorgan

The aggregate market cap of 14 tracked bitcoin miners listed in the U.S. rose 29% since the end of June, the report noted.

Автор Will Canny16 июл. 2024 г., 8:24 a.m. ET

Bitcoin miners connected to a district heating system in Finland

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First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Retreats as Mt. Gox Moves $3B of BTC

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for July 16, 2024.

Автор Jamie Crawley, Omkar Godbole16 июл. 2024 г., 8:01 a.m. ET

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Ether Spot ETFs Could See Up to $5.4B of Net Inflows in First 6 Months: Citi

Spot ether exchange-traded funds are expected to see 30%-35% of bitcoin ETFs' net inflows, and may disappoint due to other factors such as the lack of staking, the report said.

Автор Will Canny16 июл. 2024 г., 5:17 a.m. ET

Ether spot ETFs to see same sources of demand as bitcoin versions but on lower scale: Bernstein. (Rob Mitchell/CoinDesk)

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Ether Hedging Activity Picks Up as U.S. ETF Debut Nears

Investors' focus on ether is evident from ETH's sustained volatility premium over BTC.

Автор Omkar Godbole16 июл. 2024 г., 3:03 a.m. ET

Технологии

Crypto Casino Founder Apologizes for Gambling Away Investor Funds

Galaxy says it has reported a former general partner, Richard Kim, to the authorities for misappropriating at least $3.67 million of company funds belonging to Zero Edge, Kim's crypto casino.

Автор Sam Kessler15 июл. 2024 г., 11:30 a.m. ET