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.

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Finance

Crypto-Linked Stocks Tumble After FTX Files for Bankruptcy

Bitcoin and ether both fell about 6% following the Chapter 11 filing Friday morning.

By Aoyon AshrafNov 11, 2022

Finance

Matrixport's BTC Fixed Income Product Affected by FTX's Collapse

The firm faces no risks of insolvency, Matrixport's spokesperson told CoinDesk.

By Omkar GodboleNov 11, 2022

Markets

First Mover Americas: FTX’s Empire Is Crumbling

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Nov. 11, 2022.

By Jamie Crawley, Omkar GodboleNov 11, 2022

Podcasts

A Growing Digital Assets-Based Finance Community: Bermuda Part 2

By Sheila Warren, Michael J. CaseyNov 11, 2022

Money Reimagined Digital Money Stage at Consensus 2022

Policy

India's Enforcement Directorate Freezes $2.5M More Crypto in Gaming App E-Nuggets Case

The total value of frozen or seized assets in the case is about $8.4 million.

By Amitoj SinghNov 11, 2022

The Internet and Mobile Association of India has disbanded its body representing India's crypto industry. (Laurentiu Morariu/Unsplash)

Markets

First Mover Asia: Possible Legal Filings Could Clarify FTX’s Relationship to Alameda; Bitcoin Hovers Near $17K

Possible legal filings could show how intertwined FTX and its sister company were, even as CEO Sam Bankman-Fried follows through on his promise to shutter Alameda.

By Sam Reynolds, James RubinNov 11, 2022

Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

Markets

Market Wrap: Cryptos Recover Slightly From FTX Fatigue With a Dose of Encouraging Inflation Data

Bitcoin, ether and other major altcoins regained lost ground amid fallout from the crypto exchange’s unraveling after an unexpected decline in the consumer price index.

By James Rubin, Jocelyn Yang, Glenn Williams Jr.Nov 10, 2022

Markets

Crypto's Sharp Declines in Price, Trading Volatility Could Be Worse

Contagion fears still exist, however, and regulators are look ready to sharpen their focus on crypto.

By Glenn Williams Jr.Nov 10, 2022

Former CEO of FTX Sam Bankman-Fried (Alex Wong/Getty Images)

Videos

Bitcoin Back Above $17K Amid FTX Fallout

GSR Markets Global Head of Product Benoit Bosc discusses his outlook for bitcoin (BTC) as it returns to the $17,000 level amid continued selling pressure triggered in part by the fallout of crypto exchange FTX. Plus, the impact of rising inflation on the crypto markets and global finance.

Nov 10, 2022

Finance

Revisiting MicroStrategy's Pain Points as Bitcoin Tumbles

This week's plunge in the price of bitcoin again raises questions as to whether Michael Saylor will at some point be forced to sell some or all of his company's vast holdings.

By Elizabeth NapolitanoNov 10, 2022