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

Key Bitcoin Indicator Points to Period of Calm in Crypto Market

BTC's volatility risk premium (VRP) has collapsed in a sign of a market trending towards stability, where future uncertainties are less of a concern.

By Omkar GodboleMay 8, 2024

Key bitcoin volatility indicator suggests a period of calm in the crypto market. (Stephanie Klepacki/Unsplash)

Finance

Bitcoin Layer-2 Builder Botanix Labs Raises $8.5M From Polychain Capital, Others

The New York-based firm built Spiderchain to be compatible with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) layers.

By Jamie CrawleyMay 7, 2024

Scattered pile of $1 bills (Gerd Altmann/Pixabay)

Finance

Bitcoin Could Benefit From a Trump Win and U.S. Fiscal Dominance: Standard Chartered

A Trump election victory could be positive for crypto as his administration would likely push for a more supportive regulatory environment, the report said.

By Will CannyMay 7, 2024

President Trump Delivers Remarks in New Orleans; Jan 14, 2019

Markets

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Settles Into $63K-$64K Range

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for May 7, 2024.

By Jamie Crawley, Omkar GodboleMay 7, 2024

Podcasts

Is Bitcoin Mining Centralized? With Peter Todd

By William FoxleyMay 7, 2024

Wealth Optimization Strategies For Bitcoiners

Markets

Bitcoin Rebound Has Crypto Options Traders Anticipating $100K

The number of active bitcoin call contracts is significantly higher than puts, indicating bullish market sentiment.

By Omkar GodboleMay 7, 2024

16:9 Stock market rally (sergeitokmakov/Pixabay)

Markets

Bitcoin Slips to $63K as Crypto Market Faces More U.S. Regulatory Pressure

Despite the recent bounce, the correction isn't over, said one technical analyst, expecting bitcoin to fall to the low-mid $50,000 area before rallying to new all-time highs.

By Krisztian SandorMay 6, 2024