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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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Markets

BNB Drops to 6-Month Low as ADA, MATIC, SOL Lead Altcoin Tumble

Cryptocurrencies the SEC characterized as securities in recent lawsuits led the drop among altcoins, while BTC traded mostly flat.

By Krisztian SandorJun 7, 2023

Los traders inicialmente subieron los precios de xmon para obtener un airdrop de sudo, el token de gobernanza de SudoSwap. (Getty Images)

Markets

Funding Rates for Bitcoin, Ether Remain Positive, Indicating Bullish Sentiment

Investors remain bullish about crypto in derivatives markets, as the CoinDesk Indices Ether Trend Indicator signals “significant uptrend”

By Glenn Williams Jr.Jun 7, 2023

(Getty)

Markets

Bitcoin, Ether Trade at Premiums on Binance.US as Investors Flee Following SEC Actions

The SEC was seeking to freeze assets on Binance.US after suing the exchange and its related global entity Binance.

By Krisztian SandorJun 7, 2023

(Binance.US)

Markets

Bitcoin (Somewhat) Takes Binance Accusations in Stride

As the U.S. government’s fight against crypto intensifies, there is some evidence the industry is weathering it better than past shocks.

By Glenn Williams Jr.Jun 7, 2023

Binance CEO Changpeng "CZ" Zhao (Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)
Podcasts

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By Adam B. LevineJun 7, 2023

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

Markets

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Shows Resilience Amid SEC Lawsuits Against Binance, Coinbase

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for June 7, 2023.

By Lyllah LedesmaJun 7, 2023

CD

Markets

First Mover Asia: Why Did Bitcoin Regain $27K? ‘No One Is Surprised by Gensler’s Actions,’ Crypto CEO Says

ALSO: Why Binance's alleged co-mingling of assets isn't the same as FTX's alleged co-mingling of assets.

By Sam Reynolds, James RubinJun 7, 2023

SEC Chair Gary Gensler (Alex Wong/Getty Images)

Markets

Bitcoin Rallies Above $27K as Crypto Market Shrugs Off SEC Lawsuits Against Binance, Coinbase

Cryptocurrencies recovered some of their losses a day after Monday’s sell-off when the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission sued Binance and deemed multiple altcoins unregistered securities.

By Krisztian SandorJun 6, 2023

Bitcoin daily price chart (CoinDesk)

Markets

Why Isn’t Bitcoin Falling More? Cryptos Are Acting More Like Commodities Than Securities

Oil is Oil, Gold is Gold, Bitcoin is Bitcoin. The market reaction to SEC enforcement is mild compared to historic price action after other tumultuous events in the crypto industry.

By Glenn Williams Jr.Jun 6, 2023

(Zbynek Burival/Unsplash)
Podcasts

Crypto Update | Markets Waver After SEC Sues Binance and Coinbase

By Adam B. LevineJun 6, 2023

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