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 Slips as Relief Bounce Loses Steam, Support at $27K

Long-term momentum remains negative, capping upside moves in price.

Автор Damanick Dantes1 июн. 2022 г.

Bitcoin daily price chart shows support/resistance with RSI on bottom. (Damanick Dantes/CoinDesk, TradingView)

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Bitcoin Miners Are Selling Off Their BTC Holdings to Cope With Market Headwinds

As the price of bitcoin falls, miners are cornered into powering off or selling their holdings.

Автор Eliza Gkritsi, Aoyon Ashraf1 июн. 2022 г.

Equipos de minería para bitcoin. (Sandali Handagama)

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How to Make Money From the Crypto Backlash

Welcome to the hype-disappointment-devastation-education-conviction-hype cycle.

Автор David Z. Morris1 июн. 2022 г.

Crypto's time in the sun is over – for now. But you can get a lot done when the spotlight is turned off. (Contributor/Getty Images/iStockphoto)

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First Mover Americas: BTC Starts June Trading Flat, Alts Decline

The latest moves in crypto markets in context for June 1, 2022.

Автор Lyllah Ledesma, Shaurya Malwa, Parikshit Mishra1 июн. 2022 г.

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First Mover Asia: Tether Is Quiet About Its Bankers. Will It Affect Its Peg?

Tether has relationships with a number of banks but won't say much more; bitcoin rises slightly.

Автор Sam Reynolds, James Rubin, Damanick Dantes31 мая 2022 г.

Tether's failure to pinpoint its banking relationships seems to already be affecting its dollar peg. (Getty Images)

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Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rises to $32K, Outperforming Altcoins

BTC bounced after a nine-week losing streak, although some analysts remain skeptical.

Автор Damanick Dantes, Krisztian Sandor31 мая 2022 г.

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

Автор William Foxley, Zack Seward31 мая 2022 г.

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

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

Автор Damanick Dantes31 мая 2022 г.

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

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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 мая 2022 г.

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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 мая 2022 г.