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.


Bitcoin News

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Craig Wright Blasts 'Experts' Who 'Cannot Verify Their Work' at Trial Over Satoshi Claims

On Tuesday, he once again faced questions about a public blog post he'd signed cryptographically to prove he was Bitcoin inventor Satoshi Nakamoto that experts have since debunked.

Ni Sandali HandagamaPeb 13, 2024

Still from Craig Wright's testimony on day three of the Hodlonaut vs. Craig Wright trial on Sept. 14, 2022. (Bitcoin Magazine/YouTube)
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Crypto Update | Bitcoin Layer 2s Are an Ascendant Narrative for Crypto, Says Alex Thorn

Ni Jennifer SanasiePeb 13, 2024

Key Bitcoin Support Levels to Watch as Volatility Rises

Merkado

Bitcoin Drops 2% on Hotter-Than-Expected U.S. Inflation

The January CPI reading reduced expectations for interest-rate cuts in the next months, weighing on risk assets such as crypto.

Ni Krisztian SandorPeb 13, 2024

Bitcoin fell from the $50,000 level after the January CPI report. (CoinDesk)

Merkado

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin at $50K. What Next?

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Feb. 13, 2024.

Ni Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar GodbolePeb 13, 2024

solana Feb. 13, 2024 for FMA
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BitDigital’s AI Play With Sam Tabar

Ni William FoxleyPeb 13, 2024

Wealth Optimization Strategies For Bitcoiners

Merkado

Bitcoin Traders Scoop Up Options Bets at $65K and Higher

The bullish flow is reminiscent of the 2020-2021 bull market when traders consistently snapped up bitcoin calls at levels well above the going market rate.

Ni Omkar GodbolePeb 13, 2024

Hazel nuts, scoop (AndreasAux/Pixabay)

Merkado

Solana Leads Gains in Crypto Majors, Bitcoin Metric Suggests Low Retail Growth

The CoinDesk 20, a liquid index of the top twenty cryptocurrencies, rose 4% in the past 24 hours.

Ni Shaurya MalwaPeb 13, 2024

stepwise increasing stacks of coins pictured against a chart of rising price candles

Merkado

Michael Saylor Believes Demand for Bitcoin Products Is 10x the Supply

MicroStrategy co-founder and executive chairman says his company is re-branding as a bitcoin development company during CNBC interview.

Ni Sam ReynoldsPeb 13, 2024

MicroStrategy Executive Director Michael Saylor (CoinDesk)

Merkado

Peter Thiel Made $200M Investment in BTC, ETH Before Bull Run: Reuters

A source said that the investment was split evenly between the two digital assets.

Ni Sam ReynoldsPeb 13, 2024

Peter Thiel holding cash (Rachel Sun/CoinDesk)

Opinyon

Did President Biden Just Endorse Bitcoin?

The octogenarian politician is sporting laser eyes on Twitter, seemingly unaware it is a symbol of support for the cryptocurrency.

Ni Daniel KuhnPeb 12, 2024

(President Joseph Biden, on Twitter/X)
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