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

Market Wrap: Markets Seem Hopeful the Fed Will Temper Rate Increases That Crushed Prices

Unexpectedly poor data on U.S. job creation spurs speculation the worst of the bear market may be over.

By Glenn Williams Jr., Jocelyn YangOct 4, 2022

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Barclays Remains Positive on Bitcoin; Elon Musk Reportedly Reignites Twitter Acquisition Plans

Barclays remains positive about bitcoin (BTC) long-term, and views bitcoin miner Core Scientific as a “best-in-class, leveraged play.” Plus, Bloomberg reports that Tesla CEO Elon Musk is offering to go through with his $44 billion Twitter deal, sending the social media stock price soaring.

Oct 4, 2022

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Bitcoin Builds Bullish Momentum But Some Analysts Expect Renewed Dollar Strength

Bitcoin (BTC) continues to build bullish momentum, hoping that the U.S. Federal Reserve and other central banks will pivot away from aggressive monetary policy. Yet, some observers are unconvinced the Fed will abandon or dramatically slow the so-called liquidity tightening anytime soon, and they expect renewed dollar strength. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

Oct 4, 2022

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Bitcoin Gains Momentum on Fed Pivot Narrative

Bitcoin (BTC) continues to build bullish momentum on the expectation that the U.S. Federal Reserve and other major central banks would slow tightening. Arca Portfolio Manager David Nage discusses his crypto markets analysis, investor sentiment, and consumer trends. “A lot of people are on pause, they’re in neutral,” Nage said.

Oct 4, 2022

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Consumers Are Holding Back: Arca Portfolio Manager

"There's more dollars in savings accounts than ever before from the consumer perspective," says Arca Portfolio Manager David Nage. He shares his markets analysis as bitcoin (BTC) gains momentum.

Oct 4, 2022

Markets