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 spirals toward $60,000, heading to worst one-day drawdown since FTX blowup

One analyst points to the 200-day moving average — currently around $58,000 to $60,000 — as a potential support level to watch.

By Helene Braun, Krisztian SandorFeb 5, 2026

A trader slumps at his desk in front of chart screens (Getty Images+/Unsplash)

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Bitcoin drops below $70,000 as crypto selloff deepens before U.S. equity market opens

"Extreme fear" grips crypto and metals while U.S. equities show resilience ahead of key earnings.

By James Van StratenFeb 5, 2026

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Bitcoin slides toward $70,000 as on-chain data flags bear market and traders bet Fed holds in April: Asia Morning Briefing

On-chain data points to fading demand and tighter liquidity, while prediction markets show little expectation of near-term rate cuts.

By Sam Reynolds, AI BoostFeb 5, 2026

Bitcoin (TheDigitalArtist/Pixabay, modified by CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin's correlation with troubled software stock sector is growing

Software stocks are thought to be facing an existential threat from the rise of AI, and Bitcoin, noted one analyst, is just open-source software.

By James Van StratenFeb 4, 2026

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Indian investors are buying the bitcoin price dip, CoinDCX says

Indian crypto investors have been buyers of bitcoin and other layer 1 tokens, maintaining a well-diversified portfolio, CoinDCX told CoinDesk.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 4, 2026

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Bitcoin falls back to $74,000, remaining on defense as AI jitters shake tech sector

AI infrastructure stocks like HUT 8, IREN, and Cipher Mining are plunging as AMD sinks 14% following fourth quarter results.

By Krisztian Sandor, James Van StratenFeb 4, 2026

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This bullish analyst on Michael Saylor's Strategy just threw in the towel on lofty price target

Canaccord's Joseph Vafi slashed his price target on the plunging bitcoin treasury company's stock by more than 60%.

By Will Canny, AI BoostFeb 4, 2026

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor at the Digital Asset Summit in New York City on March 20, 2025. (Nikhilesh De)

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January rally bolsters near-term outlook for bitcoin mining stocks, JPMorgan says

Shares of mining companies rose last month despite softer bitcoin prices as storms cut the network hashrate and AI optimism grew, the bank said.

By Will Canny, AI BoostFeb 4, 2026

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Bitcoin nears pre-election floor as ETF flows stall, Citi says

The cryptocurrency is trading below key ETF cost levels and nearing its pre-election price floor as inflows to these vehicles fade and headwinds build, the bank said.

By Will Canny, AI BoostFeb 4, 2026

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