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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.

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Bitcoin ‘Lost Its Narrative’ Ahead of Ethereum Merge, Expert Argues

Martin Leinweber, Digital Asset Product Strategist at Market Vector Indexes (MV), explains why he thinks bitcoin "has completely lost its narrative" ahead of the Ethereum merge.

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Bullish Narrative on Ethereum Merge ‘Overheated’: Strategist

Martin Leinweber, Digital Asset Product Strategist at Market Vector Indexes (MV), discusses the potential impact of the upcoming Ethereum merge on the NFT markets. “It is clear the bullish merge narrative got overheated,” Leinweber said.

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Law Society of England and Wales Tells Members to Be Wary of Bitcoin Use in Transactions

"This is a cash transaction so there is a high risk of money laundering," the professional body told its members.

著者 Jamie Crawley

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First Mover Americas: Ether Outperforms Bitcoin; CME BTC Futures Hit a Huge Discount to Spot Prices

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 24, 2022.

著者 Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar Godbole

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First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Trades Sideways, Investors Await Any Fed Interest Rate Signals; IMF Sees Growing Link Between Crypto and Asian Stocks

Bitcoin and ether were roughly flat over the past 24 hours.

著者 James Rubin

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Crypto Winter ‘Could Be Over’ as Investors Add to Positions, Says Market Analyst

Crypto could see “momentum really come into place,” Oanda Senior Market Analyst Edward Moya told CoinDesk TV’s “All About Bitcoin.”

著者 Fran Velasquez

Senior Market Analyst Edward Moya (Oanda)

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Market Wrap: Crypto Assets Rise Following Soft Home Sales in July

Traditional traders have returned to pricing in a 50 basis point interest rate hike for the Federal Reserve’s September meeting thanks to the economic data.

著者 Helene Braun, Lyllah Ledesma

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Exchange Giant CME’s Bitcoin Futures Just Hit a Huge Discount to Spot Prices

On Monday, the rolling one-month discount for CME's bitcoin futures hit a 3.36% discount, surpassing the previous low set a year ago.

著者 Lyllah Ledesma

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Mercados cripto se estabilizan tras caídas semanales y traders muestran sesgo bajista a corto plazo

Bitcoin podría caer a “mínimos cercanos a $18.700”, dijo un trader.

著者 Shaurya Malwa

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First Mover Americas: Crypto Market Cap Falls Below $1 Trillion as Momentum Fades

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 23, 2022.

著者 Lyllah Ledesma, Jimmy He, Omkar Godbole

Bitcoin’s 200-week moving average multiple is falling. (Peter Dazeley/Getty Images)
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The exchange has secured a preliminary injunction freezing stolen assets.
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