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

Crypto Update | The Geopolitical Perspective With NewEdge Wealth's Ben Emons

Door Jennifer Sanasie25 jan 2024

Key Bitcoin Support Levels to Watch as Volatility Rises

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Many Retail Investors See Bitcoin Price Dropping Below $20K by Year End: Deutsche Bank

More of those surveyed said they expect bitcoin to disappear than those who said they expect it to continue to exist, the bank said.

Door Will Canny25 jan 2024

Deutsche Bank's survey of retail investors see bitcoin (BTC) price dropping below $20K by year-end (Meg Boulden/Unsplash)

Technologie

Protocol Village: Syscoin Developer Expands Data-Availability Solution to Other Layer-2 Networks

The latest in blockchain tech upgrades, funding announcements and deals. For the period of Jan. 18-24.

Door Bradley Keoun25 jan 2024

Scene from Protocol Village at Consensus 2023 in Austin, Texas.

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First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Holds $40K

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Jan. 25, 2024.

Door Jamie Crawley, Omkar Godbole25 jan 2024

Markten

SatoshiVM Marred by Controversy Days After SAVM Issuance

SAVM jumped several thousand percent to a market capitalization of as high as $90 million a few hours after issuance.

Door Shaurya Malwa25 jan 2024

image of a crypto trader aka degen (Anjo Clacino/Unsplash, modified by CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin Holds Above $40K Ahead of U.S. GDP, $5.8B Crypto Options Expiry

Traders have scaled back bets of aggressive rate cuts by the Federal Reserve ahead of the U.S. GDP report.

Door Omkar Godbole25 jan 2024

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Tesla’s Bitcoin Holdings Remain Unchanged in Q4

The Elon Musk-led company holds over $387 million worth of bitcoin.

Door Shaurya Malwa25 jan 2024

Tesla Charging Station Electric Car (Blomst/Pixabay)

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Bitwise Becomes First Spot Bitcoin ETF Provider to Provide Wallet Address

The move drew applause from industry experts.

Door Helene Braun24 jan 2024

Podcasts

Exploring Davos With Grayscale’s CEO Michael Sonnenshein: The Battle for Bitcoin's Soul and the Impact of ETFs

Door Sheila Warren, Michael J. Casey24 jan 2024

‘Tokenization Is the Future of Real Assets.’

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Grayscale's GBTC Has Moved More Than 100K BTC to Exchange Since Spot Bitcoin ETF Launch

Bitcoin pressure has picked up this week as AUM at the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust has declined more than $1 billion per day thanks to a combination of exiting bitcoin and lower prices.

Door Stephen Alpher24 jan 2024