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

Bitcoin climbs past $71,000 as oil shock fears continue to ease

The International Energy Agency (IEA) on Tuesday said it will convene an extraordinary meeting of its member countries to consider releasing emergency oil reserves.

By Krisztian Sandor, James Van StratenMar 10, 2026

Bitcoin (BTC) price on March 10 (Coindesk)

Markets

Top Wall Street minds see AI rotation ahead as bitcoin seeks role in new cycle

BlackRock’s Rick Rieder, UBS’s Ulrike Hoffmann-Burchardi and Third Point’s Daniel Loeb see steady economic growth but a tougher market environment.

By Helene Braun, AI BoostMar 7, 2026

Markets

Why bitcoin couldn't hold $70,000 despite its best week of Wall Street news in months

Institutional interest continues to grow, but a stronger dollar and shifting interest rate expectations are keeping a lid on the latest rally.

By Oliver KnightMar 6, 2026

Markets

Bitcoin pulls back to near $71,000 even as software sector soars

The two battered markets have had a nearly one-to-one correlation in recent months, but are moving in opposite directions on Thursday.

By Helene Braun, Krisztian SandorMar 5, 2026

Markets

Bitcoin traders, alert: The rally is nearing a two-year 'make or break' price zone

The cryptocurrency traders near key price zone that has marked major turning points over the past two years.

By Omkar GodboleMar 5, 2026

Markets

Bitcoin tops $72,000 as ETFs pull $155 million, extending two week inflow streak

U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs added another $155 Million on Wednesday, continuing a two week run of institutional inflows even as Glassnode warns underlying demand remains fragile.

By Sam ReynoldsMar 5, 2026

Markets

Coinbase, Strategy lead crypto stocks higher as bitcoin spikes above $72,000

Crypto-related equities saw large gains at the Wednesday open, rebounding from Tuesday's selloff.

By Krisztian Sandor, Helene BraunMar 4, 2026

Black upward arrow in a white circle (Unsplash)

Markets

Bitcoin rebounds toward $70,000 as ETFs pull in $1.45 billion in five days

Market maker Enflux says traders are not pricing catastrophe or resolution to the conflict in the Middle East, while Glassnode data shows improving spot demand but cautious derivatives positioning.

By Sam ReynoldsMar 4, 2026