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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.

DISCLOSURE: This text was written with the assistance of AI, then reviewed by a person.

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Market Wrap: Crypto Markets Trade Higher as Fed Raises Rates by Expected Amount

Investors had already largely priced in the U.S. central bank’s 75-basis point hike.

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Arcane Research: Decline in WBTC Likely Related to Celsius Loan Payment

Glassnode data shows the number of wrapped bitcoin (WBTC) declined to around 236,000, the lowest level since bitcoin (BTC) hit all-time highs in late 2021. According to Arcane Research, the drop could be related to Celsius repaying a WBTC loan as the troubled lender filed for bankruptcy. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

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Bitcoin Spikes Above $22K as Fed Raises Rates by 75 Basis Points Again

Bitcoin (BTC) climbing above $22,000 Wednesday as the U.S. Federal Reserve announced a second consecutive 75 basis-point rate hike. Marketgauge Group Managing Director Michele Schneider and Bitwise Asset Management President Teddy Fusaro join "All About Bitcoin" to discuss what the decision means for the crypto markets.

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Federal Reserve Hikes US Interest Rate by 0.75 Percentage Point

The latest monetary policy decision from Federal Open Market Committee brings the federal funds rate to a range of 2.25%-2.5%. Bitcoin's price was little changed after the announcement.

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Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell at a press conference on July 27th in Washington D.C. (Source: Federal Reserve)

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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."

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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.

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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.

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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.

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