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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.

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Bitcoin News

Markets

Crypto Markets Analysis: Bitcoin Holds Initial Move Higher Following Unexpectedly Strong Inflation Report

The Federal Reserve’s efforts to stem inflation appear to be paying off for bitcoin and other asset prices.

By Glenn Williams Jr.

(Getty Images)

Markets

Bitcoin y ether se disparan luego de que EE. UU. registre una inflación más baja de lo esperado

Los traders de criptomonedas estaban monitoreando el informe mensual de inflación del gobierno de EE. UU. en busca de señales de si el endurecimiento de la política monetaria de la Reserva Federal este año está ayudando a frenar el ritmo de aumento de los precios al consumidor.

By Helene Braun

Ether registró una caída tras los datos de inflación en EE. UU. (Getty Images)
Videos

Bitcoin Up as Inflation Cools More Than Expected in November

The U.S. consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.1% in November, slowing more than expected from October’s 0.4% pace, in a sign of progress in the Federal Reserve's campaign to bring down soaring inflation. Bitcoin climbed higher near $18,000 after the news. Defiance ETFs CEO Sylvia Jablonski shares her crypto markets analysis and outlook.

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Finance

Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Discount Reaches Record 50%

The shares have not traded at a premium to bitcoin since last March.

By Lyllah Ledesma

Grayscale's Michael Sonnenshein speaks at Invest: NYC 2019 (CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin, Ether Jump After US CPI Report Shows Slower-Than-Expected November Inflation

Crypto traders were monitoring the U.S. government's monthly inflation report for signs of whether the Federal Reserve's monetary-policy tightening this year is helping to slow the pace of consumer price increases.

By Helene Braun

Ether registró una caída tras los datos de inflación en EE. UU. (Getty Images)

Markets

First Mover Americas: Bankman-Fried Arrested in Bahamas

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Dec. 13, 2022.

By Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar Godbole

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried was arrested in the Bahamas. (CoinDesk archives)

Markets

Bitcoin Hits One-Month High Ahead of US Inflation Data

Bitcoin's dominance rate rose above 41% alongside the price rally, signaling de-risking in the crypto market.

By Omkar Godbole

(CoinDesk, Highcharts.com)

Markets

Goldman Sachs Sees Gold Outperforming Bitcoin in the Longer Term

Bitcoin adoption will need to be driven by the development of real uses rather than speculative interest, the report said.

By Will Canny

CDCROP: Gold bars stacked close up (Unsplash)

Markets

Cumberland Favors Bitcoin Option Trades to Profit From US CPI

Sell bitcoin June expiry calls and hedge the same with short-dated December expiry options, Cumberland said.

By Omkar Godbole

Close of up a gas station dispenser (Krzysztof Hepner/Unsplash)

Markets

First Mover Asia: QCP Capital Founder Sees Crypto Industry’s Immediate Future Tied to Genesis Debacle, Expects Rebound in 2024

During a panel discussion at Taipei Blockchain Week, Darius Sit noted continued institutional adoption of the crypto options and derivatives market, among industry high points; bitcoin rises; Bahamas announces the arrest of former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried

By James Rubin, Sam Reynolds

QCP Capital co-founder Darius Sit speaking at Korea Blockchain Week. (Shaurya Malwa/CoinDesk)
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