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.

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Crypto Update | Why Macro Markets Might Be Overreacting to Inflation Data

著者 Noelle Acheson2023年10月13日

Key Bitcoin Support Levels to Watch as Volatility Rises

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First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Spot ETF Partially Priced in: Coinbase

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Oct. 13, 2023.

著者 Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar Godbole2023年10月13日

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Bitcoin Spot ETFs Approval Partially Priced In, Coinbase Says

Spot-based ETFs are widely expected to unlock floodgates for mainstream money. Flows, however, are likely to materialise overtime, according to Coinbase.

著者 Omkar Godbole2023年10月13日