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.

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FTX Fallout: Data Shows Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Are Selling

Investors who have held bitcoin (BTC) for six months or more have sold at least some of their coins since crypto exchange FTX collapsed, according to Glassnode. The selling is a sign of a lack of conviction among long-term holders, which could spell more trouble ahead for the price of the cryptocurrency. "All About Bitcoin" host Lawrence Lewitinn breaks down the Chart of the Day.

22 nov 2022

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Crypto Market Analysis: Investors See Few Encouraging Signs

Relative Rotation Graphs, a visual tool to capture trends in assets, do not show many signs of hope, even for cryptocurrencies that rose significantly over the last three months.

Door Glenn Williams Jr.22 nov 2022

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Bitcoin Regains $16K, But Analysts Are Still Bearish

The cryptocurrency has rebounded after it hit a two-year low in the past 24 hours, although one analyst said $12,500 is possible by year end.

Door Jocelyn Yang22 nov 2022

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US Senators Ask Fidelity to Reconsider Bitcoin 401(k) Offerings Following FTX Collapse

Fidelity now allows companies to offer its digital assets account as part of their 401(k) line up.

Door Camomile Shumba22 nov 2022

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First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Drops as FTX Fallout Spreads

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Nov. 22, 2022.

Door Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar Godbole22 nov 2022

FTX's collapse is having ripple effects across the crypto universe. (Leon Neal/Getty Images)

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Bitcoin to Outperform Ether in Coming Months, Chart Analyst Says

The bitcoin-ether ratio has topped its 50-day moving average, confirming a bullish breakout.

Door Omkar Godbole22 nov 2022

Es probable que bitcoin tenga mejor rendimiento que ether en los próximos días, según una analista técnica. (nevesf/Pixabay)

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First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Falls to 2-Year Low on Renewed Contagion Fears

ALSO: Singapore's central bank is under scrutiny over whether Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX exchange received favorable regulatory treatment, Sam Reynolds writes.

Door Bradley Keoun, Sam Reynolds22 nov 2022