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

How the Launch of Spot ETFs Could Dampen Bitcoin’s Volatility

The approval of a wave of bitcoin exchange-traded funds will lead to a more mature market structure, say Vivek Chauhan and David Lawant, of FalconX.

By David Lawant, Vivek ChauhanJan 31, 2024

Podcasts

Crypto Update | Why Leaving ETH Out of Your Portfolio 'Represents Real Career Risk,' Says Coinbase Institutional Head of Research David Duong

By Jennifer SanasieJan 31, 2024

Key Bitcoin Support Levels to Watch as Volatility Rises

Markets

First Mover Americas: BTC Loses $43K as Crypto Prices Slip

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Jan. 31, 2024.

By Jamie Crawley, Omkar GodboleJan 31, 2024

Markets

Bitcoin Price Nears $44K as ETFs See Net Inflows for First Time in a Week

The last previous net inflow day was January 22, when the spot products as a group added just over 1,200 bitcoin.

By Helene BraunJan 30, 2024

The 10 spot bitcoin ETFs on Monday experienced their first net inflows in a week (Jim Wilson/Unsplash)

Podcasts

Crypto Update | Why Traders Should Watch Private Financing and M&A, With Elliot Chun

By Jennifer SanasieJan 30, 2024

Tech

Taproot Wizards Delays 'Quantum Cats' Sale for 2nd Time, After Messy Bitcoin NFT Debut

"We had big plans for mint day and we didn’t live up to your expectations of us and to our expectations of ourselves," Taproot Wizards co-founder Udi Wertheimer posted on X.

By Jamie CrawleyJan 30, 2024

Screenshot of "Quantum Cats" collection from the project's website. (Quantum Cats/Taproot Wizards)

Finance

German Police Seize $2.1B Worth of Bitcoin in Piracy Sting

One of the suspects voluntarily transferred the bitcoin to the Federal Criminal Police Office.

By Oliver KnightJan 30, 2024

German police announce $2.1B bitcoin seizure (Markus Spiske/Unsplash)

Markets

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Eclipses $43K Having Gained Nearly 10% in a Week

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Jan. 30, 2024.

By Jamie Crawley, Omkar GodboleJan 30, 2024

Finance

Fintech Provider Portal Raises $34M Seed Round for Bitcoin-Based Decentralized Exchange

Portal aims to offer a decentralized infrastructure for peer-to-peer swapping of BTC across different blockchains without the need for intermediaries, which heighten the risk of hacks.

By Jamie CrawleyJan 30, 2024