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.

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Bitcoin June 2024 Expiry Futures and Options in High Demand Due to Halving: Deribit

The Panama-based exchange will launch the June 2024 bitcoin futures and options contracts on Thursday at 08:00 UTC.

Por Omkar Godbole21 jun 2023

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Invesco Reapplies for Bitcoin ETF, Advocates for More Crypto Investment Products

Invesco first filed for a Bitcoin ETF in the fall of 2021, but has since re-applied in light of BlackRock’s application.

Por Sam Reynolds21 jun 2023

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First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Has Its Eyes on $30K Amid Steadfast Institutional Interest

ALSO: Smart contracts crypto lending platform Aave has continued its year-to-date momentum this month. The version 3 (v3) blockchain’s total value locked (TVL) has surged 15% in June to $1.76 billion, data from blockchain analytics firm DefiLlama shows.

Por Sam Reynolds, Sage D. Young21 jun 2023

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Bitcoin’s Rally to $28K Spurred by Largest Short Squeeze This Month

The price surge liquidated some $36.6 million of short positions in the past 24 hours, the most this month, CoinGlass data shows.

Por Krisztian Sandor20 jun 2023

Vídeos

Crypto Exchange EDX Markets Sets Up Shop With Bitcoin and Ether Offerings

EDX Markets, which has funding from financial heavyweights including Charles Schwab (SCHW), Citadel Securities and Fidelity Digital Assets, announced it launched its digital asset market on Tuesday. Products traded on EDX will include bitcoin, ether, litecoin, and bitcoin cash.

20 jun 2023

Podcasts

Crypto Update | Bitcoin Optimistic Despite Regulatory Uncertainty, but Remains Vulnerable

Por Adam B. Levine20 jun 2023

Weekend Story | The Short-Sightedness of Run-Amok Regulators

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GBTC Share Price Soars, Discount Narrows to Multi-Month Low on BlackRock ETF Filing Optimism

Investors turned optimistic about Grayscale allowing redemptions in the future after BlackRock’s filing for spot bitcoin ETF last week, one analyst said.

Por Krisztian Sandor20 jun 2023