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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One Million Individual Wallets Now Hold a Whole Bitcoin

A major bump in such wallets came after the implosion of crypto exchange FTX between November and January.

作者 Shaurya Malwa2023年5月16日上午3:57 ET

Wallet lying on the ground (Getty Images)

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First Mover Asia: Bitcoin, Ether Prices Stuck in 'Wind Tunnel'

There all sorts of indicators traders can use to get a sense of where sentiment is heading in crypto markets. A key metric is funding rates on perpetual futures on bitcoin and ether.

作者 Glenn Williams Jr., Bradley Keoun2023年5月15日下午8:19 ET

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Bitcoin Rebounds Above $27K as Investors Weigh Debt Ceiling Debate, Liquidity Concerns

Investors have been eyeing particularly low liquidity in crypto trading as market makers turn cautious.

作者 Jocelyn Yang2023年5月15日下午4:45 ET

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Crypto Markets Look to Recapture Momentum Following Down Week

Trading volume increases for both bitcoin and ether, but trails their 20-day moving averages. CoinDesk’s Bitcoin Trend Indicator signals neutral again.

作者 Glenn Williams Jr.2023年5月15日下午3:58 ET