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.

Marchés

Metaplanet CEO breaks silence but shareholders say the hard questions remain unanswered

Simon Gerovich said Metaplanet had not adequately explained the structure, and denied involvement in MMXX Ventures’ trading decisions.

Par James Van Straten, AI Boost7 sept. 2026, 7:01 p.m. UTC−4

Chart comparing Metaplanet shares, Nikkei 225 index and bitcoin price this year

Marchés

Bitcoin struggles at $83,000 'wall' as whales flip into net selling

All wallet cohorts have shifted into net distribution for the first time since early June, but a potential golden cross offers bulls some hope.

Par James Van Straten7 sept. 2026, 5:48 a.m. UTC−4

Accumulation Trend Score by Cohort (Glassnode)

Finance

Coldcard hacker moves $7.7 million in BTC, 45% of bitcoin stolen in third attack wave

The attacker has now drained the 11 largest vaults tied to the third wave of Coldcard thefts, Galaxy Research said.

Par Francisco Rodrigues, AI Boost7 sept. 2026, 5:32 a.m. UTC−4

Hacker sitting in a room (Clint Patterson/Unsplash)

Marchés

Oil up, bitcoin down as U.S. strikes Iranian crude carriers

Bitcoin trades lower by nearly 1% as escalating U.S.-Iran hostilities push oil higher.

Par Omkar Godbole7 sept. 2026, 12:44 a.m. UTC−4

Stock market chart. Business graph background. Forex trading business.

Marchés

Bitcoin network used by exchanges hit by $320 million exploit. Hackers claim they're the 'good guys'

Liquid Network, a settlement layer used by exchanges, halted all transactions after losing $320 million worth of bitcoin in a security exploit.

Par Omkar Godbole6 sept. 2026, 11:43 p.m. UTC−4

Liquid network faces security exploit. (Boitumelo/Unsplash)

Finance

Better and Coinbase’s bitcoin-backed mortgages can reuse borrowers’ collateral

Better Mortgage can reuse the pledged bitcoin, and borrowers cannot recover their crypto until the main conventional mortgage is fully repaid or refinanced.

Par Francisco Rodrigues6 sept. 2026, 10:00 a.m. UTC−4

Finance

British investor thought he lost $2,000 in bitcoin in 2012. He just recovered $4.5 million

CEL Solicitors says it has identified a wallet holding more than 5,500 BTC linked to former Intersango users.

Par Francisco Rodrigues5 sept. 2026, 8:00 a.m. UTC−4

Plant growing from the ashes (Matt Palmer/Unsplash)

Finance

From warning to listing: UK’s largest retail investment platform opens access to crypto ETNs

The U.K.'s largest retail investment platform, Hargreaves Lansdown, has reversed course following the FCA's decision to lift its retail ban on crypto ETPs in October.

Par Olivier Acuna4 sept. 2026, 10:23 a.m. UTC−4

Hargreaves Lansdown. UK Wealth manager. (Hargreaves Lansdown/Press)

Marchés

U.S. added stronger than expected 162,000 jobs in August as labor market bounced back

This morning's report will be key as the Fed considers whether to raise interest rates at its September policy meeting.

Par James Van Straten, Stephen Alpher4 sept. 2026, 8:31 a.m. UTC−4

Finance

IMF confirms El Salvador’s bitcoin growth was funded by private donations, not public money

The IMF confirmed that all bitcoin added to official holdings since June 2025 was sourced from private donations, with no public funds used for accumulation.

Par Francisco Rodrigues4 sept. 2026, 5:47 a.m. UTC−4