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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.

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Perplexing Tranquility? Bitcoin's Implied Volatility Hits Lowest Since October 2020

Bitcoin's volatility will continue to drop as the economic backdrop improves and the market becomes resilient to the negative FTX headlines, one observer said.

Door Omkar Godbole15 dec 2022

Una calma inusual está invadiendo al mercado de bitcoin. (Stephanie Klepacki/Unsplash)

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First Mover Americas: Crypto Money-Laundering Bill on the Table

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Dec. 15, 2022.

Door Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar Godbole15 dec 2022

A bill to combat crypto money laundering has been proposed in the U.S. Senate. (Shutterstock)

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Telegram's No-SIM Signup Feature Helps Toncoin Rally, Bitcoin Also Higher

Telegram users can purchase blockchain-based identities by paying Toncoin and bypass the need to use a SIM card to apply for the service as previously required.

Door Omkar Godbole15 dec 2022

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Cathie Wood's ARK Continues to Buy Coinbase's Dip, Adding $3.2 Million of COIN to Portfolio

The latest purchase means ARK's Innovation ETF holds 5.8 million COIN shares.

Door Sam Reynolds15 dec 2022

Cathie Wood, CEO de Ark Invest. (Marco Bello/Getty Images)

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First Mover Asia: Bitcoin’s Strong Correlation to 'Dr. Copper' Grows Healthier; Bitcoin Seesaws Back to $17.8K

Over the past week, the connection between the red metal and cryptocurrency has grown tighter, which bodes well for long-term investors. But a strengthening U.S. dollar may suggest a less rosy future.

Door Glenn Williams Jr., James Rubin15 dec 2022

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Crypto Markets Today: US Regulation Heats Up; Bitcoin Rises, Then Falls

Top cryptocurrencies lost earlier gains after the Federal Reserve signals interest rates to keep rising well into 2023.

Door Jocelyn Yang14 dec 2022

The new Congress will arrive for work at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 3. (Jesse Hamilton/CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin Miner CleanSpark Cuts 2023 Hashrate Outlook by Nearly 30%

The miner cited delays in building out a mining facility by one of its partners, Lancium.

Door Aoyon Ashraf14 dec 2022

CleanSpark's immersion cooling facility in Norcross, Georgia (Eliza Gkritsi/CoinDesk)

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Crypto Markets Analysis: Focus on Bitcoin's Price Charts, Not Hawkishness From Fed's Powell

The Fed's warning of further rate increases brought down the BTC price on Wednesday, shortly after the cryptocurrency passed $18K for the first time since early November. But even the glimpse of optimism offered hints of a shift.

Door Glenn Williams Jr.14 dec 2022

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Bitcoin Falls as Federal Reserve Slows Rate Hikes but Stays Hawkish

The U.S. central bank raised its benchmark interest rate to a range of 4.25%-4.5% on Wednesday. Officials now expect the current rate-hiking cycle to peak next year at a "terminal rate" above 5%.

Door Helene Braun14 dec 2022

The Federal Reserve building in Washington, D.C. (Jesse Hamilton/CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin Flirts With $18K Ahead of FOMC Meeting

Bitcoin (BTC) is trading just below $18,000 as traders look to another interest rate hike from the Federal Reserve. 3IQ Head of Research Mark Connors discusses the recent price actions, and reacts to Binance CEO Changpeng "CZ" Zhao's warning to his staff of turbulent times ahead.

14 dec 2022