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 Americas: Paxos Acts on Regulator Threat

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

By Lyllah LedesmaFeb 13, 2023, 8:09 a.m. ET

Markets

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.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 13, 2023, 5:27 a.m. ET

Markets

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.

By Sam ReynoldsFeb 12, 2023, 7:58 p.m. ET

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

Opinion

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.

By George KaloudisFeb 12, 2023, 12:39 p.m. ET

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

Podcasts

Weekend Story: How Bitcoin NFTs Might Accidentally Fix Bitcoin's Security Budget

By Adrian Blust, Adam B. LevineFeb 12, 2023, 6:00 a.m. ET

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

Podcasts

Weekend Story: Fed Policy Win Could Harm Bitcoin’s Wall Street Narrative

By Adrian Blust, Adam B. LevineFeb 11, 2023, 6:00 a.m. ET

Markets

Crypto Markets Analysis: Cryptos Upswing Stalls This Week Amid Fresh Regulatory Concerns

Bitcoin and ether decoupled from traditional assets as the crypto industry’s main narrative shifted from macroeconomic uncertainty to the SEC’s agreement with exchange giant Kraken and the possibility of new regulation.

By Glenn Williams Jr.Feb 10, 2023, 4:56 p.m. ET

Opinion

An Ode to LocalBitcoins (and a Lesson About Maintaining Bitcoin's Public Goods)

Bitcoiners can take a leaf out of Ethereum's book when it comes to founding and funding open infrastructure needed for all.

By Daniel KuhnFeb 10, 2023, 2:52 p.m. ET

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Podcasts

Crypto Update | The SEC Speaks, Kraken Shuts Down US Crypto-Staking Service

By Adrian Blust, Adam B. LevineFeb 10, 2023, 12:34 p.m. ET

Videos

Bitcoin Falls Below $22K After Kraken's SEC Settlement

Bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) are dropping after crypto exchange Kraken's $30 million settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. DFD Partners President Bilal Little shares his analysis of the crypto markets and why he thinks we might be in the early innings of the next crypto bull cycle.

Feb 10, 2023, 10:30 a.m. ET