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.

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Bitcoin Holds Near $120K, Ether Rallies Towards $4.7K on Trump's Comment, Fed Rate Cut Bets

“BTC implied volatility remains near all-time lows while ETH’s short-dated vol has jumped materially — that’s a sign traders see more upside and near-term action in ETH,” one trader said.

By Shaurya MalwaAug 13, 2025

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Bitcoin Profit Taking Appears Modest Even Near All-Time High

Glassnode data shows long-term holders driving realized profits, while overall selling remains subdued, signaling potential for further gains.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostAug 12, 2025

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U.S. July CPI Rose Softer Than Forecast 2.7%, but Core Rate of 3.1% Disappoints

The data was mixed, but nevertheless isn't likely to lessen the case for a September Fed rate cut.

By James Van Straten, Stephen AlpherAug 12, 2025

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Markets Today: Bitcoin, Ether Hold Gains as Ethena Hits $11.9B TVL, Pudgy Penguins Race to F1

Futures positioning points to profit-taking in BTC and ETH as open interest falls, while DeFi protocol Ethena joins the $10B club and meme token PENGU secures high-speed exposure at the Singapore Grand Prix.

By Shaurya Malwa, Omkar GodboleAug 12, 2025