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.

Mercados

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Rebounds to $30.1K After Retreating to June Low

PLUS: A day in the life of Binance’s head of law enforcement training – petty crooks, fake subpoenas, and dodging politically sensitive requests.

Por Sam Reynolds, James Rubin18 jul 2023

Mercados

Bitcoin Dips Below $30K to Lowest Since Late June as Altcoins Pare Gains From XRP Lawsuit

Ripple's XRP, Solana's SOL and Lido Finance's LDO lost more than 4% in the last 24 hours.

Por Krisztian Sandor17 jul 2023

Finanzas

Próximo halving de Bitcoin podría ser una prueba de resistencia para los mineros, según JPMorgan

La próxima reducción a la mitad de la emisión de la principal criptomoneda supondrá una baja en los ingresos de los mineros y un aumento de los costes de producción al mismo tiempo, según el informe.

Por Will Canny17 jul 2023

Podcasts

Crypto Update | XRP Ruling Does Nothing For Regulatory Clarity

Por George Kaloudis17 jul 2023

Key Bitcoin Support Levels to Watch as Volatility Rises

Tecnología

Lightning Network Bitcoin Deposits Now Live on Binance

Binance joins Kraken and Bitfinex in offering lightning network deposits.

Por Oliver Knight17 jul 2023

Binance sets up lightning network nodes (Leon Contreras/Unsplash)

Mercados

First Mover Americas: BNB Is Being Heavily Shorted

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for July 17, 2023.

Por Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar Godbole17 jul 2023

Hands on a laptop keyboard with a screen showing charts and prices (Unsplash, Kanchanara)

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First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Hovers Near $30.3K After Expected Correction. Retail Investor Enthusiasm 'Likely to Increase': Analyst

The rising flows into Toronto-based Purpose’s spot bitcoin ETF, which received approval by Canadian regulators in 2021, reflect strong appetite among retail investors for these types of products and are a promising sign for U.S. companies who have recently filed spot BTC applications with the SEC.

Por Sam Reynolds17 jul 2023