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.

Videos

Solar-Powered Bitcoin Miner Aspen Creek Raises $8M Despite Bear Market

A new solar powered bitcoin miner, Aspen Creek Digital Corp. raised $8 million in a Series A funding, led by crypto financial services company Galaxy Digital and blockchain investment firm Polychain Capital. Aspen Creek Digital Corp. CEO Alexandra DaCosta shares insights into the raise and the state of bitcoin mining amid "supply crunches" and crypto winter.

Oct 3, 2022

Markets

Bitcoin: estabilidad se asemeja a la calma de 2018 que terminó con una caída de 50%, según comunidad cripto de Twitter

A destacados analistas cripto les preocupa que la consolidación de precios de bitcoin indique que se avecina una caída más profunda, tal como sucedió hace cuatro años.

By Omkar GodboleOct 3, 2022

Cripto Twitter teme que bitcoin pronto reanude una tendencia bajista más amplia, repitiendo un patrón visto en 2018. (geralt/Pixabay)

Policy

US Risk Watchdog Asks Congress to Name Crypto Spot Market Regulator

The Treasury-led Financial Stability Oversight Council has responded to President Joe Biden’s executive order with calls for greater regulatory reach into markets, crypto firms’ affiliates and outside service providers.

By Jesse HamiltonOct 3, 2022

Videos

Has Bitcoin Reached a Bottom Yet?

Bitcoin (BTC) remains resilient at $19,000 despite uncertainty in fiat currencies around the world. iCapital's Chief Investment Strategist Anastasia Amoroso discusses a potential bitcoin bottom. "We are a lot closer to the bottom than we have been," she said.

Oct 3, 2022

Videos

Bitcoin Holds Ground at $19K Despite Macro Headwinds

Bitcoin (BTC) started what has historically been a strong month where it ended a dismal September, holding around $19,000. iCapital's Chief Investment Strategist Anastasia Amoroso joins "First Mover" to discuss her crypto outlook amid recession concerns.

Oct 3, 2022

Markets