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

MARA Holdings higher by 10% after selling $1.1 billion in bitcoin to fund debt buyback

The strategic move cuts debt, reduces dilution risk, and strengthens the balance sheet for expansion into AI and energy infrastructure, said the company.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostMar 26, 2026

Markets

Bitcoin has traded in a tight range for nearly 50 days – but this is not a "bear flag"

Extended range-bound price action signals structural consolidation rather than a textbook bearish continuation, despite rising downside risks.

By James Van Straten, Omkar GodboleMar 26, 2026

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

Markets

Bitcoin DAT trade is concentrating in Michael Saylor’s Strategy as treasury demand fades elsewhere

Strategy accounted for nearly all recent BTC digital-asset treasury purchases, with other firms’ share dropping from 95% to about 2%, CryptoQuant data show.

By Sam ReynoldsMar 26, 2026

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor standing. (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk))

Markets

Some bitcoin indicators are still going the wrong way, challenging the bullish $70,000 holdout story

Key indicators such as ETF inflows cloud the bullish $70,000 holdout story

By Omkar GodboleMar 26, 2026

Some bitcoin indicators are headed the wrong. (Mark Stuckey/Unsplash)

Tech

The Protocol: Ethereum faces make-or-break moment as scaling, quantum and AI pressures mount

Plus: Solana developer platform, Balancer Labs to shut down and Bitcoin mining concentration triggers small reorg.

By Margaux NijkerkMar 25, 2026

Graphic showing ethereum symbol on a grid with screens.

Markets

Cipher Digital stock rises 9% on new data center deal with Hyperscale tenant

The new 15-year hyperscale lease and $200 million in financing underscore the push into AI data centers.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostMar 25, 2026

Markets

Gold’s longest losing streak in a century meets bitcoin’s resurgence

As gold posts its worst run since 1920, bitcoin gains ground and outperforms, pushing the BTC to gold ratio 30% higher, since the Middle East conflict started.

By James Van StratenMar 25, 2026

Stacked gold bars (Scottsdale Mint/Unsplash/Modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

There's a huge $14 billion bitcoin options expiry this Friday and it points to $75,000 as price magnet

Bitcoin options worth billions of dollars will expire on Deribit this Friday at 8:00 UTC.

By Omkar GodboleMar 25, 2026

Markets

Bitcoin steadies above $71,000 as oil falls below $100 after U.S. drafts 15‑point Iran peace plan

Brent crude fell 4.7% and Asian equities rallied 1.9% as Washington delivered a ceasefire proposal to Tehran via Pakistan, fueling the most sustained optimism since the conflict began a month ago.

By Shaurya MalwaMar 25, 2026