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

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Price Edges Lower, Tron Rallies

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for May 22, 2023.

By Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar GodboleMay 22, 2023

Markets

Bitcoin's Trading Range Narrows to Tightest in Months

Tighter price ranges result from markets running into competing influences. Eventually, some narratives take the back seat, paving the way for a volatility explosion.

By Omkar GodboleMay 22, 2023

Rango de precios de siete días de bitcoin. (Glassnode)

Markets

First Mover Asia: Will Bitcoin Soon Begin a Retest of 30K?

ALSO: Crypto companies and trade organization are spending a fraction of the amount that other industries are allocating for lobbying. That may change.

By Sam ReynoldsMay 22, 2023

Tech

Crypto Miner Marathon Pledges $500K in Matching Funds to Brink for Bitcoin Development

Marathon CEO Fred Thiel tells CoinDesk in an interview that he wants to make sure development and maintenance of the open-source Bitcoin Core client software are "properly funded."

By Frederick MunawaMay 21, 2023