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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Bitcoin Maximalist Michael Saylor Makes the Case Against Ethereum

The MicroStrategy CEO cautioned that the "protocol doesn’t look like it's going to be completed or stable for another 36 months."

Автор Amitoj Singh27 лип. 2022 р.

MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor speaking remotely at the Blockchain Economy Istanbul conference (Amitoj Singh/CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin Above $21K Ahead of Key Fed Decision

Arca’s Director of Research Katie Talati discusses her outlook for bitcoin (BTC) as the largest cryptocurrency by market cap climbs above $21,000. She also weighs in on institutional traders’ mixed views about Tesla selling $936 million worth of bitcoin in the second quarter.

27 лип. 2022 р.

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First Mover Americas: Crypto Traders Await Fed Meeting, Bitcoin Rises, Cathie Wood's Ark Dumps Coinbase Shares

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for July 27, 2022.

Автор Omkar Godbole27 лип. 2022 р.

"Wait here" marked on the ground. (Gerhard Reus/Unsplash)

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Crypto Traders Split on Upcoming Fed Rate Hike's Impact on Bitcoin

The U.S. central bank has raised rates by 150 bps since March, injecting volatility into asset markets. Some analysts expect BTC to stay resilient after Wednesday's expected hike.

Автор Omkar Godbole27 лип. 2022 р.

Chicago Federal Reserve Bank building (Joshua Woroniecki/Unsplash)

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First Mover Asia: Binance Deserves Some Criticisms, but It’s Not a ‘Ponzi Scheme’; Bitcoin Tumbles

Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao has a reasonable point in his lawsuit claiming defamation from a translated Chinese language article title; ether falls.

Автор Sam Reynolds, James Rubin26 лип. 2022 р.

Changpeng Zhao, CEO de Binance. (Archivo de CoinDesk)

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Market Wrap: Bitcoin Declines Further as Momentum Wanes

BTC is approaching support at about $20.5K; the options market implies concerns of additional price declines.

Автор Glenn Williams Jr., Jimmy He26 лип. 2022 р.

BTC dropped 6% Tuesday. (CoinDesk Research and Highcharts.com)

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Coinbase Shares Fall Amid Reported SEC Probe, and Chipotle Pushes Into Crypto Space

Автор William Foxley, Jennifer Sanasie, David Z. Morris26 лип. 2022 р.

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Coinbase's 20% Decline Leads Crypto Names Lower Following Report of SEC Probe

Bitcoin is lower by 3% on Tuesday, with ether and Solana's SOL down by about 7%.

Автор Michael Bellusci26 лип. 2022 р.

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Bitcoin Below $21K Ahead of Big Tech Earnings and FOMC Meeting

Bitcoin and other major cryptos are trending lower Wednesday with investors eyeing the Federal Reserve’s expected 75-basis-point interest rate hike and the release of quarterly earnings reports from Apple and other tech giants. XBTO Group Head of Trading Paul Eisma discusses his crypto markets analysis and outlook.

26 лип. 2022 р.