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

Bitcoin lenders say institutions want crypto credit to look more like TradFi

At Consensus 2026 in Miami, executives from Two Prime, Ledn and Lygos Finance said institutional borrowers increasingly prioritize custody, transparency and standardized lending structures over complex DeFi products after the crypto credit collapses of 2022.

By Sam Reynolds, AI BoostMay 7, 2026

Alexander Blume, founder and CEO of Two Prime, speaks at Consensus 2026 in Miami (CoinDesk)

Markets

Three signals pointing to a possible bitcoin move to $85,000

Bitcoin is showing a rare alignment across on-chain data, futures positioning, and options flows that points to further upside.

By Omkar GodboleMay 7, 2026

Markets

Bitcoin approaches $82,000 as oil crashes 6% on fresh Iran peace deal hopes

Bitcoin climbed toward $82,000 alongside a more than 1% rise in Nasdaq futures amid reports of progress toward a U.S.–Iran memorandum of understanding.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostMay 6, 2026

Markets

Bitcoin's price rally has a hidden rhythm. Here are the hours and days driving gains.

Bitcoin’s three-month rally shows a clear internal structure than most traders might expect, with performance clustering around specific trading windows across global sessions.

By Omkar GodboleMay 6, 2026

Markets

Bitcoin tops $81,000 as Strategy mulls selling its BTC to fund dividend obligations

Strategy executive chairman Michael Saylor signalling a potential bitcoin sale to cover $1.5 billion in annual dividend obligations sent MSTR down 4% after hours and BTC briefly below $81,000.

By Shaurya MalwaMay 6, 2026

Digital representation of a physical bitcoin.

Finance

Michael Saylor's Strategy signals potential bitcoin sale to fund dividends obligations

Michael Saylor proposes using bitcoin sales to support dividends, as Strategy reported a $12.54 billion Q1 loss.

By James Van StratenMay 5, 2026

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor standing. (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk))

Markets

Strategy posts $12.54 billion Q1 loss on declining bitcoin price

The price of bitcoin fell from about $87,000 to $68,000 during the first three months of 2026.

By James Van StratenMay 5, 2026

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor (CoinDesk Television)

Markets

Bitcoin extends gains to $81,500 as tokenization push lifts Bullish, Galaxy, Centrifuge

Crypto market momentum could extend further unless geopolitical risks flare up again, one analyst said.

By Krisztian SandorMay 5, 2026

Videos

GameStop's $55B eBay bid could liquidate its bitcoin

GameStop submitted an unsolicited $55.5 billion offer to buy eBay, and CEO Ryan Cohen hasn't ruled out selling the company's $368 million bitcoin treasury to fund it. If the deal closes, eBay's 135 million active buyers would be inside a company that holds bitcoin. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts "CoinDesk Daily."

May 5, 2026