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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 Dips After US Inflation Comes in Slightly Hot

The report suggests the Fed will need to continue tightening monetary policy.

Von Stephen Alpher14. Feb. 2023

(Getty Images)

Märkte

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Posts Slight Gains Ahead of US CPI Data

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Feb. 14, 2023.

Von Lyllah Ledesma14. Feb. 2023

(Getty Images)

Märkte

First Mover Asia: Binance BNB Token Plunges, Bitcoin Holds Near $21.8K Amid US Regulatory Uproar

ALSO: U.S. financial regulators' recent crackdown on Binance's BUSD stablecoin and other recent events underscore why Asia is a more likely global hub for digital assets.

Von Sam Reynolds14. Feb. 2023

The crypto industry should establish a more compliance-driven environment. (Nora Sahinun)

Märkte

Crypto Markets Analysis: Bitcoin Funding Rates Shift Into Negative Territory Amid Rising Investor Caution

Negative funding rates reflect bearish sentiment. .

Von Glenn Williams Jr.13. Feb. 2023

(Jessica Tan/Unsplash)

Märkte

Bitcoin, Ether Drop as Investors Fret Over Inflation Data, Stablecoin Regulation

The largest cryptocurrency by market value continued to linger below $22,000. Ether fell below $1,500.

Von Jocelyn Yang13. Feb. 2023

Cryptos slid on Friday (Possessed Photography/Unsplash)

Märkte

Grayscale’s GBTC Discount Widens to Near-Record High

Shares of the bitcoin trust are selling at a 47% discount to its net asset value. The discount has been increasing over the past week.

Von Lyllah Ledesma13. Feb. 2023

A Grayscale ad campaign in New York's Penn Station. (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk)

Märkte

First Mover Americas: Paxos Acts on Regulator Threat

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Feb. 13, 2023.

Von Lyllah Ledesma13. Feb. 2023

SEC Chair Gary Gensler (Getty Images)

Märkte

Correlation Between Crypto Market and Nasdaq Turns Positive Ahead of US CPI Release

Observers expect Tuesday's U.S. CPI report to show continued disinflation in the world's largest economy.

Von Omkar Godbole13. Feb. 2023

( Edge2Edge Media/Unsplash)

Märkte

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Might Test $20K as It Looks for Support

ALSO: The SEC's move on Kraken's staking program last week shouldn't be seen as an indictment of staking as a whole.

Von Sam Reynolds13. Feb. 2023

Man staring out window at lightning storm (Grant Faint/Getty Images)

Meinung

I’m Glad There Are No Crypto Super Bowl Ads: Here’s Why

Sportswashing and crypto company hubris are no longer in play this year. And that's a good thing.

Von George Kaloudis12. Feb. 2023

Super Bowl LVII: Kansas City Chiefs, the Philadelphia Eagles and no crypto ads (Peter Casey/Getty Images)
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