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.

Podcasts

MiamiCoin Down 95% From Its Peak and Free-to-Mint NFT Collection Goblintown Capturing Millions in Sales

Par William Foxley, Zack Seward31 mai 2022

Marchés

Bitcoin: rebote de alivio enfrenta resistencia en $33K-$35K

Los compradores están reaccionando a las condiciones de sobreventa, aunque el potencial alcista parece limitado.

Par Damanick Dantes31 mai 2022

Gráfico diario de soporte/resistencia de bitcoin. (Damanick Dantes/CoinDesk, TradingView)

Vidéos

Harlem Bitcoin Community Organizers Urge Action to Improve Crypto Regulations in New York

Harlem Bitcoin Community Founders Shakib Farah, Jon Logan and Jesse Cervantes discuss the highly-charged debate over bitcoin's energy consumption and crypto mining in New York.

31 mai 2022

Vidéos

Harlem Bitcoin Community Founders on Crypto in New York

Safari Restaurant Owner Shakib Farah, NYC Firefighter Jon Logan and Former NYC Public School Teacher Jesse Cervantes discuss their crypto journeys from how they were introduced to BTC to co-founding the Harlem Bitcoin Community. They talk about the burgeoning crypto scene in Harlem and what goals they hope to achieve.

31 mai 2022

Marchés

Bitcoin Relief Bounce Faces Resistance at $33K-$35K

Buyers are reacting to oversold conditions, although upside appears limited.

Par Damanick Dantes31 mai 2022

Actualités CoinDesk

Hey Crypto World, Let’s Talk About Mainstreaming the Satoshi at Consensus

The high price of bitcoin intimidates crypto newbies. CoinDesk is hosting a private session at Consensus 2022 to begin changing the conversation.

Par Pete Pachal31 mai 2022

Marchés

First Mover Americas: BTC Finally Sees Rebound, but It Could Be Short-Lived

The latest moves in crypto markets in context for May 31, 2022.

Par Lyllah Ledesma, Shaurya Malwa, Parikshit Mishra31 mai 2022

Bitcoin saw a small weekend bounce. (Sally Anscombe/Getty Images)

Marchés

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Jumps Above $31K; Ether Gas Fees Drop

Crypto analysts are starting to ask if the market is finding a bottom after the latest downdraft.

Par Sam Reynolds, Bradley Keoun31 mai 2022

Marchés

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Jumps Above $31K; Crypto Carbon Trading Races to Clean Up Act

Carbon credit protocols have had a difficult time in recent months but have been working to improve the way they operate; bitcoin on Monday notched its biggest single-day gain in more than two months.

Par Sam Reynolds, Bradley Keoun, Damanick Dantes30 mai 2022