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.

Podcasts

The Future of the Bitcoin Energy Debate, Feat. Troy Cross

By Nathaniel WhittemoreJul 21, 2022

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stalls at $23K but Sits Above Cost for Average Investor’s Purchase Price

Bitcoin investors are back in positive territory, although trading ranges have narrowed.

By Jimmy He, Glenn Williams Jr.Jul 21, 2022

Bitcoin declined 2.9% after an 11% increase over the previous seven trading days. (CoinDesk and Highcharts.com)

Finance

What Tesla’s Big Bitcoin Sale Means for Other Firms Putting Crypto on Their Balance Sheets

Corporations are likely to remain cautious on adding bitcoin to their treasuries, but not because of Tesla’s move.

By Michael BellusciJul 21, 2022

Tesla CEO Elon Musk (Christian Marquardt - Pool/Getty Images)

Podcasts

What Now? What Should Advisers Be Thinking About After the Crypto Meltdown

By Tyrone RossJul 21, 2022

PlannerDAO, the DAO Built for and by Financial Advisers

Markets

Banco Central Europeo sube tasa de interés 50 puntos básicos pero bitcoin se mantiene estable

El primer aumento de tasas de interés del BCE desde 2011 se produce cuatro meses después de que la Fed iniciara su ciclo de ajuste, lo que provocó que los activos de riesgo bajaran.

By Omkar GodboleJul 21, 2022

El BCE anunció su primer aumento en las tasas de interés en 11 años. (alexanderjungmann/Pixabay)

Videos

Tesla’s Bitcoin Dump; Zipmex Freezes Withdrawals

Bitcoin slips after Tesla announcement, but analysts say we could have seen the bottom. Crypto trading volumes in India recover. Polygon’s ZK solution aims to slash current layer 1 Ethereum network costs by 90%. Singapore-based Zipmex freezes withdrawals. Documents reveal Vauld owes retail customers $363 million.

Jul 21, 2022