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.

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Markets

Poor Week for Ether Prompts Research Firm to Reverse Outlook, Advise Favoring Bitcoin Instead

Initial action suggested only very modest interest in the first U.S. futures-based ether ETFs.

By Krisztian SandorOct 4, 2023, 3:20 p.m. EDT

BTC and ETH returns so far in October (TradingView)

Podcasts

Crypto Update | Bitcoin Resilience in the Face of Macro Turmoil

By Noelle AchesonOct 4, 2023, 12:57 p.m. EDT

Key Bitcoin Support Levels to Watch as Volatility Rises

Markets

First Mover Americas: Judge Dismisses SEC’s Attempt to Appeal Ripple Ruling

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Oct. 4, 2023.

By Lyllah LedesmaOct 4, 2023, 8:25 a.m. EDT

Podcasts

Crypto Update | Surge in US Job Openings Sparks Economic Jitters and Market Reactions

By Noelle AchesonOct 3, 2023, 2:22 p.m. EDT

Finance

Canadian Exchange TMX Soon to Start Bitcoin Futures Trading

The futures contracts will trade on the Montreal Exchange and will be cash-settled and denominated in U.S. dollars, the exchange said.

By Krisztian SandorOct 3, 2023, 12:52 p.m. EDT

Canada has unveiled new bank-capital plans for crypto (Pixabay)

Videos

ETH Slumps Amid Slow Start for Ether Futures ETFs

It was a slow start for futures-based ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on their first day of trading. A total of nine of the ETFs offering exposure to ether futures came to market on Monday. Five will hold only ether futures, while four will hold a mix of bitcoin and ether futures. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."

Oct 3, 2023, 12:37 p.m. EDT