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's Weekly Options Trading Volume Rises to Highest Since FTX's Meltdown

The increase has been mainly driven by greater demand for call options, or bullish bets.

By Omkar GodboleJan 24, 2023

Bitcoin: volumen semanal de opciones en Deribit. (Fuente: Amberdata)

Markets

Bitcoin Breakout Has Opened Doors to $25K: Analysts

Bitcoin looks north, with further gains hinging on sentiment in traditional risk assets, one analyst said.

By Omkar GodboleJan 24, 2023

Markets

Bitcoin Jumps to $23K, Looks Bullish as Miner Sales Hit Three-Year Low

Buying pressure remains spot-driven, but prices are easily movable due to relatively lower liquidity, analysts at Bitfinex said.

By Shaurya MalwaJan 24, 2023

Equipamiento para la minería de bitcoin. (Shutterstock)

Markets

First Mover Asia: Ether Prices Fall Relative to Bitcoin

The ETH/BTC currency pair has declined 8% since Jan. 11 as the price increase in bitcoin has been more pronounced than ether’s; BTC hovers near $23K in Monday trading.

By James Rubin, Glenn Williams Jr.Jan 24, 2023

Markets

Crypto Markets Today: Bitcoin Holds Steady Near $23K; Gemini’s Job Cuts Continue

FTX’s FTT token was up 8% for the day. Equities closed higher.

By Jocelyn YangJan 23, 2023

Muchos jóvenes estadounidenses dicen que se están interesando más por las criptomonedas dado el clima económico actual. (Dall-E/CoinDesk)

Markets

Crypto Markets Analysis: Bitcoin’s Surge Moves Both Short- and Long-Term Holders Into Profitability

But the question remains whether short-term holders will sell or stay and become long-term holders.

By Glenn Williams Jr.Jan 23, 2023

Videos

Brazil and Argentina to Discuss Possible Common Currency, Coinbase CEO Suggests Move to Bitcoin

As officials from Brazil and Argentina are considering the development of a potential common currency, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong suggested on Twitter, "if they would consider moving to Bitcoin," adding that would "probably be the right long term bet." "The Hash" hosts discuss the potential currency plan and the prospects of integrating crypto.

Jan 23, 2023