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.

Podcasts

CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review

Par Noelle Acheson2 déc. 2023

Key Bitcoin Support Levels to Watch as Volatility Rises

Marchés

Avalanche, Helium Lead Monthly Crypto Gains as Bullish Bitcoin Consolidation Spurs Altcoin Season Call

Tokens in the DeFi and Culture & Entertainment sector indexes gained 39%-42% over the past month, showcasing the widening breadth of the crypto rally.

Par Krisztian Sandor1 déc. 2023

Podcasts

Crypto Update | Would Lower Oil Prices Be Good or Bad for Bitcoin?

Par Noelle Acheson1 déc. 2023

Marchés

Gauging Spot Bitcoin ETF's Impact on Price Volatility

Some analysts expect bitcoin to mature into a less volatile asset following the introduction of spot ETFs in the U.S, while others say potential "cash creation" structures will increase volatility.

Par Omkar Godbole1 déc. 2023

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Marchés

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Hits $38.8K for First Time in Over a Year

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Dec. 1, 2023.

Par Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar Godbole1 déc. 2023

Marchés

Bitcoin Rises to $38.8K for the First Time Since May 2022

Overall crypto market capitalization is at its highest level since May 2022 with nearly $400 billion added since the start of October.

Par Shaurya Malwa1 déc. 2023

Bitcoin prices bumped over $38,700. (CoinDesk)

Marchés

Bitcoin Eyes $40K as $1B in BTC Withdrawals Suggests Bullish Mood

Data shows over $1 billion worth of BTC has been withdrawn from exchanges over the past week.

Par Shaurya Malwa1 déc. 2023

Finance

Bitcoin Going From Boiling the Oceans to Draining Them, According to Critic

A data scientist for the Dutch National Bank, Alex De Vries, claims every bitcoin transaction uses enough water to fill a swimming pool.

Par Jamie Crawley30 nov. 2023

Podcasts

Crypto Update | Proposed U.S. Rule Change Gives Treasury Broad Expansion of Powers, Including Over Crypto Platforms

Par Noelle Acheson30 nov. 2023

Vidéos

Why Financial Advisors Are So Excited About a Spot Bitcoin ETF

On this episode of Unchained, Ric Edelman, founder of the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals and author of “The Truth About Crypto,” explains how this should all lead to high demand once the first spot Bitcoin ETFs become available, although it will take some time for them to allocate.

30 nov. 2023