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.

Analyses

In Defense of Crypto Speculation

Crypto needs speculation. The higher it is, the greater the potential for disruption.

Par Michael J. Casey26 août 2022

Marchés

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin in Stasis Ahead of Powell Speech; Coinbase's cbETH Trades At Discount to Ether

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 26, 2022.

Par Omkar Godbole26 août 2022

Coinbase's cbETH traded at a discount of around 8% to the spot price. (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images)

Finance

Thai Energy Billionaire Turns to Crypto to Boost Growth: Report

While crypto market cap has tumbled from November's high, the market is “still sound” and has “high potential” for growth, Gulf Energy CEO Sarath Ratanavadi said.

Par Shaurya Malwa26 août 2022

Thailand’s second-richest person plans to double down on crypto-related investments in the coming months. (Mathew Schwartz/Unsplash)

Marchés

First Mover Asia: A Bear Market Survival Strategy for Crypto Miners; Bitcoin, Ether Price Remains in Holding Pattern

Some miners are earning more by selling power capacity back to the grid than through mining bitcoin; crypto markets await Fed Chair Jerome Powell's Friday speech.

Par James Rubin26 août 2022

An Antminer bitcoin mining machine. (Carlos Becerra/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Vidéos

Hodlonaut: 'Very Confident' Ahead of Case Against Craig Wright

Hodlonaut, a prominent member of the Bitcoin community, will appear in a Norwegian court on Sept. 12 for a defamation case that began in March 2019 involving nChain Chief Scientist Craig Wright. Hodlonaut discusses what to expect, saying he's "very confident" about appearing in court and happy to start the process.

25 août 2022

Vidéos

Bitcoin Forms Possible Bear Flag

Bitcoin seems to have formed a bear flag, a pause that often refreshes lower, marking continuation of the broader decline, according to CoinDesk’s Omkar Godbole. This would imply a continuation of the sell-off from $25,000 and expose lows under $18,000 registered in June.

25 août 2022

Marchés

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Price Barely Budges as Traders Await Powell Speech

Bitcoin traded sideways on Thursday as Fed officials speaking during the first day of the central bank’s Economic Symposium were circumspect about an interest rate hike in September.

Par Helene Braun, Jimmy He25 août 2022