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.

Opinion

Bitcoin Doesn’t Need Yield When Holding Will Suffice

Bitcoin yields present risks and are unnecessary.

By Isaiah DouglassAug 4, 2022

Markets

Rare Signal Hinting at Bitcoin Price Bottom Emerges

Bitcoin's difficulty ribbon is compressing, hinting at miner capitulation and a market bottom.

By Omkar GodboleAug 4, 2022

Bitcoin's difficulty ribbon is compressing, indicating a bear market bottom. (ElyPenner/Pixabay)

Markets

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Extends Losing Streak as Pelosi Taiwan Trip Passes Without Incident

ALSO: Solana's SOL token slides after wallet hack and Sam Reynolds provides an on-the-ground assessment of U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan trip.

By Sam Reynolds, Helene Braun, Bradley KeounAug 3, 2022

Taipei, Taiwan, skyline. (Creative Commons, modified by CoinDesk)

Podcasts

US Senators Say BTC and ETH Are Commodities

By Nathaniel WhittemoreAug 3, 2022

Finance

Huge Traders Remain Super Bullish on Bitcoin Despite Crypto Carnage

A big player in professional finance says its trading partners see bitcoin rebounding to $32,000 this year.

By Nick BakerAug 3, 2022

Bernstein spells out what it believes could be catalysts for the next bull market in crypto. (Kameleon007/Getty Images)

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Reverses Course, Pushes Higher, $21K Is ‘Point of Control’

News of an exploit on the Solana platform appears not to have affected BTC's price.

By Glenn Williams Jr., Jimmy HeAug 3, 2022

Trading above $23,000, BTC is in positive territory after five consecutive negative days. (Ozark Drones/Unsplash)

Podcasts

Facebook Bets Big on the Creator Economy While Robinhood Cuts Workforce by Nearly a Quarter

By William Foxley, Zack Seward, Jennifer Sanasie, Wendy OAug 3, 2022

Opinion

Banks Aren’t Going to 'HODL' Bitcoin

New proposals from the Bank for International Settlements are unlikely to lead banks to hold bitcoin. But they could open the door to CBDCs, says our columnist.

By Frances CoppolaAug 3, 2022

Finance

MicroStrategy Shares Surge as Michael Saylor Puts Full Focus on Bitcoin

Company operations will now be led by Phong Le, while Saylor will become executive chairman with sole focus on Bitcoin strategy.

By Michael BellusciAug 3, 2022

Executive Chairman MicroStrategy, Michael Saylor (CoinDesk)

Videos

Nomad’s US$200 Mln Hack; Saylor Steps Down

Over 300 perpetrators suspected in Nomad cross-chain bridge hack. BItcoin and Ethereum fall after stock market jitters over Pelosi visit. MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor moves to chairman role to focus on Bitcoin. Crypto tax service launches in India.

Aug 3, 2022