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.

Opinion

An Overlooked Source of BTC Support: Its Price Floor

The premier cryptocurrency is a speculative investment as well as a long-term play, providing a strong floor at a time of uncertainty in the crypto markets, says Noelle Acheson.

By Noelle AchesonFeb 22, 2023

Finance

Bitcoin Price Remains Lower After Release of FOMC Minutes

The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark fed funds rate by 25 basis points at its most recent meeting.

By Stephen AlpherFeb 22, 2023

Hawkish remarks by a Fed official sent bitcoin falling.(Getty Images/Tim Chapman)

Tech

Bitcoin Core Developer Marco Falke Steps Down From Maintainer Role

Falke was Bitcoin Core’s most prolific contributor, with more than 2,000 commits over seven years.

By Frederick MunawaFeb 22, 2023

Bitcoin Core developer Marco Falke (Twitter)

Finance

Coinbase Stock Tumbles 6%; Bitcoin Also Lower

Wednesday’s move lower may have less to do with the company’s earnings and more to do with a 4% slide in the price of bitcoin.

By Helene BraunFeb 22, 2023

Finance

Washington Plays Tennis With Crypto

If digital asset regulation is drifting into partisan waters, that’s bad for all involved.

By Glenn Williams Jr., Nick Baker, Jodie Gunzberg - CoinDesk IndicesFeb 22, 2023

The Washington Monument, Washington, D.C. (ANDREY DENISYUK/GettyImages)

Markets

Bitcoin Volatility Holds Steady as the VIX and MOVE Spike

The relative stability is reflective of mainstream disinterest in the crypto market, one observer said.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 22, 2023

Markets

First Mover Americas: Google Cloud Joins Tezos

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Feb. 22, 2023.

By Jamie Crawley, Omkar GodboleFeb 22, 2023

Markets

First Mover Asia: Deconstructing Crypto's China Narrative

ALSO: Here's why it's important bitcoin hits $30,000

By Sam ReynoldsFeb 22, 2023

Markets

Filecoin, Storj Tokens Outperform Bitcoin Amid Increased Use of Decentralized Storage Protocols

The utility FIL token jumped 62% over the past week. Decentralized storage protocols have recently gained attention as their use has increased, an analyst said.

By Jocelyn YangFeb 21, 2023