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: Circle Argues Stablecoins Aren’t Securities in Response to SEC’s Binance Lawsuit

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Sept. 29, 2023.

By Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar GodboleSep 29, 2023, 9:10 a.m. ET

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin Tops $27K as Rates and Oil Retreat; Ether Outperforms on ETF Hopes

The broad-market proxy CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) was up 3.8% over the past 24 hours.

By Krisztian SandorSep 28, 2023, 3:19 p.m. ET

Podcasts

Crypto Update | SEC Chair Faces Harsh Questions as Ether Spot ETF Proposals Hit Delays

By Noelle AchesonSep 28, 2023, 1:30 p.m. ET

Key Bitcoin Support Levels to Watch as Volatility Rises

Finance

Crypto for Advisors: AI - Friend or Foe to the Advisor?

Jordi Visser from Weiss Multi-Strategy Advisers discusses the impact AI could have on investing and what to watch out for.

By Sarah Morton, Jordi VisserSep 28, 2023, 11:45 a.m. ET

Markets

Crypto Observers Warn of Risk Aversion as Oil Prices Top $93

WTI crude oil has surged 30% higher this quarter, a rally that could feed into inflation, forcing central banks to keep rates elevated for longer than expected.

By Omkar GodboleSep 28, 2023, 9:26 a.m. ET