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

AI Miners Surge Pre-Market on Record $38B Oracle Data Center Deal Boosts Sector

A massive Oracle-led AI infrastructure financing ignites a sharp rally in AI and HPC mining stocks.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostOct 24, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin, European Stocks Buoyant as Trump-Xi Meeting Confirmed

The impending meeting comes amid escalating trade tensions, with President Trump threatening to impose additional tariffs on China

By Omkar GodboleOct 24, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin’s Rally Cools as Traders Hedge the Heat

After months of steady gains, BTC is slipping below key cost-basis levels as long-term holders sell into strength and traders retreat to defensive derivatives.

By Sam ReynoldsOct 24, 2025

High-resolution image of numerous shiny gold bitcoin tokens stacked together.

Finance

Swiss Bank Sygnum to Launch Bitcoin-Backed Loan Platform With Multi-Sig Wallet Control

The offering, developed with non-custodial BTC lending startup Debifi, targets institutions and high-net worth borrowers who don't want to give up control of their assets.

By Krisztian Sandor, AI BoostOct 24, 2025

Swiss flag in alpine landscape, symbolizing Sygnum’s Swiss roots (Janosch Diggelmann/Unsplash)

Markets

How Much Could Bitcoin, Ether, XRP and Solana Move After the U.S. Inflation Report?

The release of September's Consumer Price Index (CPI) is expected to show a 3.1% rise in the cost of living from a year earlier, the highest in 18 months, according to FactSet.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostOct 24, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Climbs to $111K as Whipsaw Action in Crypto Continues

The trend has most definitely not been your friend this week as dips get bought and rallies get sold.

By Stephen AlpherOct 23, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Options Open Interest Surges to Record $50B on Deribit as Traders Hedge Downside Risks

A bearish bet that bitcoin will fall to $100,000 or less is becoming just as popular as bullish bets on higher prices.

By Omkar GodboleOct 23, 2025

Trading screen with price monitors and charts (Yashowardhan Singh/Unsplash)

Markets

Crypto Markets Today: Bitcoin, Ether Edge Higher; HyperLiquid Surges on $1B Purchase Plan

After weeks of turbulence, the crypto market found support Thursday, with Bitcoin and Ether posting modest gains and HyperLiquid’s token HYPE soaring.

By Francisco Rodrigues, Oliver Knight, Omkar GodboleOct 23, 2025

Markets