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.

Markets

First Mover Americas: Macro Retakes Front Seat, Pushing Bitcoin Down Below $21K

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 22, 2022.

By Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar GodboleAug 22, 2022, 9:52 a.m. ET

Bitcoin takes a backseat to macroeconomics. (Bettmann/Getty Images)

Markets

Bitcoin's 10% Weekly Drop Puts Bears in Control Ahead of Jackson Hole Symposium

Powell will skew on the hawkish side at Jackson Hole, analysts said.

By Omkar GodboleAug 22, 2022, 6:27 a.m. ET

Chicago Federal Reserve Bank building (Joshua Woroniecki/Unsplash)

Markets

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Hovers Over $21K in Weekend Trading; India Crypto Industry's Challenging Year

High German inflation and ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty raised market anxieties on Friday. Investors will be eyeing comments by Fed Chair Jerome Powell in a few days at a U.S. central bank symposium in Wyoming.

By James RubinAug 21, 2022, 10:42 p.m. ET

Bitcoin is hovering over $23,000. (Oliver Furrer/Getty Images)

Finance

Can Ethereum Fight Back Against the US’ Sweeping Censorship Attempt?

In a world where Ethereum users don’t want to be censored, there may be a way to push back.

By George KaloudisAug 21, 2022, 10:50 a.m. ET

Ethereum Community vs. Financial Censorship (K. Mitch Hodge/Unsplash)

Podcasts

Headlines - Top Stories of the Week 08-20-22

By Adam B. Levine, William Foxley, Zack Seward, Jennifer Sanasie, Wendy OAug 20, 2022, 1:00 p.m. ET

Podcasts

Bitcoin Tumbles Below $22K; and Crypto Lender Hodlnaut Faces Singapore Police ‘Actions’

By Adam B. Levine, Ali Powell, Sandali Handagama, Zack Seward, Jennifer SanasieAug 19, 2022, 6:15 p.m. ET

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin’s Price Plummets on Global Inflation Concerns

The decline in crypto prices appears to be linked to poor inflation data in Germany

By Glenn Williams Jr., Jimmy HeAug 19, 2022, 4:44 p.m. ET

Bitcoin has been in the red all day. (CoinDesk and Highcharts.com)

Videos

Bitcoin Extends 6-Day Losing Streak, Price Plunges

Bitcoin is slumping for the sixth consecutive day, seeing its biggest plunge in two months. “All About Bitcoin” host Lawrence Lewitinn breaks down the Chart of the Day.

Aug 19, 2022, 4:30 p.m. ET