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

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.

By Glenn Williams Jr.May 15, 2023, 3:58 p.m. EDT

Learn

BRC-20 Explained: How Tokens on Bitcoin Work and Why They Are Controversial

The idea of putting tokens on the Bitcoin blockchain isn’t anything new, but previous efforts haven’t exploded in popularity like BRC-20.

By Sam ReynoldsMay 15, 2023, 3:50 p.m. EDT

Podcasts

Crypto Update | Bitcoin Rises as Stablecoin Policy Goes to Washington

By Adam B. LevineMay 15, 2023, 2:52 p.m. EDT

Weekend Story | The Short-Sightedness of Run-Amok Regulators

Tech

Bitcoin Rewards Company Fold Expands to El Salvador, Brushing Off Jump in On-chain Fees

The firm says El Salvador will serve as its base for operations in Latin America.

By Frederick MunawaMay 15, 2023, 1:17 p.m. EDT

Markets

Crypto Investment Funds See Outflows for Fourth Consecutive Week

Bitcoin-related products accounted for $38 million of the $54 million in total outflows.

By Jocelyn YangMay 15, 2023, 12:51 p.m. EDT

Finance

Bitcoin Has a 'Real Problem' in U.S.: Paul Tudor Jones

The billionaire hedge fund manager also said lower inflation is also going to be a headwind for the crypto.

By Jamie CrawleyMay 15, 2023, 11:01 a.m. EDT

Paul Tudor Jones (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Robin Hood)

Markets

First Mover Americas: MiCA Legislation Gets the Final Go-Ahead From EU Ministers

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for May 16, 2023.

By Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar GodboleMay 15, 2023, 8:11 a.m. EDT

The EU is set to vote on MiCA. (Pixabay)

Markets

Bitcoin Holds Above 200-Week Average as Dollar Index Rallies Most Since February

Analysts expect the U.S. dollar to continue gaining ground in the near-term, keeping risk assets under pressure.

By Omkar GodboleMay 15, 2023, 8:03 a.m. EDT

Markets

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Regains $27K Amid Encouraging Macro, Technical Signs

ALSO: The stablecoin supply ratio has dropped 11% over the past 11 days, suggesting that buying power for stablecoins may be increasing, writes CoinDesk analyst Glenn Williams.

By James Rubin, Glenn Williams Jr.May 14, 2023, 9:51 p.m. EDT

Opinion

As Bitcoin Scales, We Need Better Custodial Solutions

If Bitcoin is going to scale through layer 2s, then we need more options and more clarity around the trade-offs between the different ways to use the cryptocurrency.

By George KaloudisMay 12, 2023, 5:22 p.m. EDT