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.

Markets

Bitcoin Rebounds From 'Extreme Oversold' Levels; XRP Jumps 7%, ZEC Surges 14%

Bitcoin and major altcoins bounced Sunday after an oversold RSI reading and more than $200M in liquidations signaled seller exhaustion amid thin weekend liquidity.

By Siamak Masnavi, AI BoostNov 23, 2025

Markets

VanEck CEO Concerned About Bitcoin's Encryption and Privacy, Says Firm Could Walk Away

Jan van Eck questioned whether Bitcoin offers enough encryption and privacy, saying some longtime holders are examining Zcash as the market reassesses long-term assumptions.

By Siamak Masnavi, AI BoostNov 23, 2025

Jan van Eck, president and CEO of asset manager VanEck, speaks at Consensus Invest 2018 (CoinDesk)

Markets

Coinbase 'Negative Premium' at Widest Level since Q1, Signalling Weak U.S. Demand

Bitcoin is on track for its worst weekly performance since March, while U.S. demand indicators weaken as the Coinbase premium declines and spot ETFs reach a record volume.

By James Van StratenNov 22, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Greed & Fear Index Shows Extreme Pessimism, Tactical Bottom May Be Near: Analyst

Peak fear suggests a tactical low may be near.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostNov 22, 2025

Digital screen. (TheDigitalArtist/Pixabay)

Markets

Michael Saylor Speaks Out Again as MSCI Concerns Mount

JPMorgan warning on potential MSCI exclusion sparks fresh pressure, prompting another public response from the executive chairman.

By James Van StratenNov 21, 2025

Policy

U.S. House Bill Would Allow Federal Taxes in BTC While Aiding U.S. Reserve

Rep. Warren Davidson introduced legislation that allows bitcoin tax payments without incurring capital gains to beef up the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.

By Olivier AcunaNov 21, 2025

Representative Warren Davidson (R-Ohio) (Jesse Hamilton/CoinDesk)

Markets

BTC Traders Brace for Price Crash to $75K; No Bottom Seen: Research Firm

Put options have dominated trading activity over the past week.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostNov 21, 2025

Markets

Attention Bitcoin Bulls: BTC is Now at Levels Preceding FTX-Era Extremes

Short-term realized-loss dominance is typical of market stress, but the magnitude this week stands out.

By Shaurya MalwaNov 21, 2025

Matador waving flag to a bull. (Sternschnuppenreiter/Pixabay)

Markets

Bitcoin Bounces Above $84K as Fed's Williams Puts December Rate Cut Back on Table

Previously having essentially written off chances of further monetary ease in 2025, interest rate traders are now pricing more than a 70% chance of a rate cut at the Federal Reserve's December meeting.

By Krisztian SandorNov 21, 2025