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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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First Mover Americas: BTC Down 40% in June; SEC Rejects Grayscale’s BTC ETF Application

The latest moves in crypto markets in context for June 30, 2022.

Ni Lyllah LedesmaHun 30, 2022

A month to forget in crypto (C.J. Burton/Getty images)

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Facts or Feelings? Bitcoin Allocation Makes Sense Even in Nasty Bear Markets

If you run the numbers, bitcoin still belongs in a financial advisor’s investment toolbox.

Ni Isaiah DouglassHun 30, 2022

Bitcoin allocation is a good option even in bear markets. (Johnny Johnson/Getty Images)

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Banks’ Bitcoin Holdings Should Be Capped, Basel Committee Proposes

Holdings of unbacked crypto like bitcoin and algorithmic stablecoins would be limited to 1% of a lender’s capital under the standard setter's new plans put out for consultation Thursday.

Ni Jack SchicklerHun 30, 2022

Basilea, Suiza, sede del Banco de Pagos Internacionales (trabantos/Getty Images)

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Bitcoin Drops to Nearly $19K as Fed Renews Inflation Warnings

Central bank leaders warned Wednesday that inflation is going to last longer than some estimated.

Ni Shaurya MalwaHun 30, 2022

Jerome Powell, presidente de la Fed, en una conferencia de prensa en junio, 2022. (Fuente: Reserva Federal)

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First Mover Asia: How Traders Are Shorting Tether Stablecoins; Bitcoin Falls but Holds Above $20K

Hedge funds are increasingly betting against USDT in anticipation of it losing value amid concerns about the coin’s reserve backing and systemic risks; ether drops.

Ni Shaurya Malwa, James RubinHun 30, 2022

Hedge funds are increasingly betting against Tether. (Andreas Wagner/Unsplash)

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Market Wrap: Bear Market Guides in Vogue as Bitcoin Drops for Fourth Straight Day

BTC was sliding toward $20,000 on Wednesday, as the Bankless newsletter offers mental health tips for surviving a crypto winter.

Ni Bradley Keoun, Jimmy HeHun 29, 2022

Crypto's still in a bear market. (Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)

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Bitcoin Falls to Last Week’s Support Level

Bitcoin dipped below the $20,000 mark as the S&P 500 fell more than 20% from its December 2021 peak, indicating bear markets in both crypto and traditional finance. Crypto research firm FundStrat said BTC could weaken down to test June lows below $18,000 and potentially below $13,000.

Hun 29, 2022

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Bitcoin Hovers Around $20K Level

TheoTrade co-founder Don Kaufman shares his bitcoin price analysis, noting that despite a decline in trading volume amid the bear market, bitcoin is still holding onto the $20,000 level, saying it’s “the bright side of the bearishness.” Plus, a discussion about DeFi regulation and MicroStrategy’s recent $10 million BTC purchase.

Hun 29, 2022

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A Primer on Bitcoin’s Lightning Network

Ni Nathaniel WhittemoreHun 29, 2022

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First Mover Americas: BTC Dips; 3AC Liquidation Reportedly Ordered by BVI Court

The latest moves in crypto markets in context for June 29, 2022.

Ni Lyllah LedesmaHun 29, 2022

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Privacy and accountability can coexist onchain, say panelists at Consensus Miami

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AI agents and large corporates will lead the next stablecoin boom, executives say

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Coinbase stock declines 5% after missing Q1 estimates on crypto slowdown

The crypto platform missed on the top and bottom lines as falling digital asset prices weighed on trading activity and investor sentiment.

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