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

First Mover Asia: QCP Capital Founder Sees Crypto Industry’s Immediate Future Tied to Genesis Debacle, Expects Rebound in 2024

During a panel discussion at Taipei Blockchain Week, Darius Sit noted continued institutional adoption of the crypto options and derivatives market, among industry high points; bitcoin rises; Bahamas announces the arrest of former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried

By James Rubin, Sam ReynoldsDec 12, 2022

QCP Capital co-founder Darius Sit speaking at Korea Blockchain Week. (Shaurya Malwa/CoinDesk)

Markets

Crypto Markets Today: Binance a Target of Federal Probe

The Block confirmed Friday it had received funding from Sam Bankman-Fried’s trading arm for two years.

By Jocelyn YangDec 12, 2022

Markets

Atypically Bearish Early December Bodes Poorly for Bitcoin Investors

Bitcoin investors have historically seen gains in December before prices fall in January, but this month so far has been a downer.

By Glenn Williams Jr.Dec 12, 2022

Markets

First Mover Americas: Cathie Wood’s Ark Buys More COIN; Do Kwon is in Serbia

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Dec. 12, 2022.

By Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar GodboleDec 12, 2022

Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon (Terra, modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

First Mover Asia: Uniswap ‘Fee Switch’ Proposal for Popular Ether Pools Stirs Up Community Debate

Some see the proposed pilot project as an “important step,” while others say it may lead to reduced trading activity; bitcoin holds steady over $17K as latest inflation data and FOMC meeting approach.

By Shaurya Malwa, James RubinDec 11, 2022

Finance

Goldman Sachs Is Trying to Make Blockchain Bonds Happen

But it probably won't – for blockchain bonds, tomatoes or whatever.

By George KaloudisDec 11, 2022

Podcasts

Why Is Bitcoin Dominance So Much Lower Than in Previous Bear Markets?

By Nathaniel WhittemoreDec 11, 2022

Markets

Crypto Markets Today: Exposed Alameda Research Loans to Media Site The Block and Its CEO Adds to FTX’s Miseries

The Block confirmed Friday it had received funding from Sam Bankman-Fried’s trading arm for two years.

By Jocelyn YangDec 9, 2022

AI Artwork SBM Sam Bankman-Fried (DALL-E/CoinDesk)

Podcasts

2022’s Most Influential Bitcoiners

By Nathaniel WhittemoreDec 9, 2022

Markets

Crypto Markets Analysis: Bitcoin's in the Doldrums as Investors Eye FTX Hearing, FOMC Meeting

The largest crypto by market capitalization and ether barely moved from a week ago. A likely 50-point basis point rate hike already seems priced into markets.

By Glenn Williams Jr.Dec 9, 2022