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

Bitcoin Sees Resistance at $21K as Investors Record Losses of Over $7B: Glassnode

On-chain data shows investors exited positions acquired at much higher prices over the past three-day period.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 20, 2022

Inflation will be in focus this week. (Jeffrey Coolidge/Getty Images)

Markets

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin as Digital Gold and Inflation Hedge. Really? BTC Is Under Water, While the Metal You Can Hold Is Breathing Air; Cryptos Rebound Sunday

A Sunday rally had bitcoin perched back over $20K and ether above $1.1K, but the recent Terra and Celsius debacles have increased investor anxiety about the digital assets' ability to maintain those levels.

By Sam Reynolds, James RubinJun 19, 2022

Markets

Bitcoin Rebounds Past $20K, Ether Soars Above $1,100

The price of bitcoin bounced 16.7% off of its Saturday lows. Ether followed with a 29% gain.

By Tracy WangJun 19, 2022

Bitcoin rallied to $20,580 just one day after it fell below $20,000 for the first time since November 2020. (Johnny Johnson/Getty Images)

Markets

Hard Times in Crypto Lead to Price and Macro Risk

Just the first in a series of risks we’re thinking about during these crypto down days.

By George KaloudisJun 19, 2022

Markets

Crypto Market Tumbles as Bitcoin Breaks Previous Cycle's Highs

Bitcoin’s price fell well below $19,783, the all-time high it notched in December 2017.

By Tracy WangJun 18, 2022

The price of bitcoin fell below $18,500, breaching its previous cycle's all-time highs. (CoinDesk).

Markets

Bitcoin Plunges Below $20K for First Time Since December 2020; Ether Drops Below $1K

The continuing plunge in traditional financial markets and panic about crypto lending platforms sent Bitcoin into the teens for the first time in more than 18 months.

By Greg Ahlstrand, James RubinJun 18, 2022

Bitcoin plunges below $20K (OGNYAN CHOBANOV/Getty Images)

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Heads for Worst Week in Year

The latest crypto news and headlines for Friday, June 17.

By Helene Braun, Bradley KeounJun 17, 2022

Markets

Bitcoin Recovers Over $21K as Fed Commits to Slow Inflation; Traders Remain Cautious

Chair Jerome Powell said the central bank remains committed to reducing inflation ,and increased interest rates by 75 basis points earlier this week.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 17, 2022

Fed Chair Jerome Powell (Samuel Corum/Getty Images)

Markets

First Mover Asia: When Crypto Rebuilds After This Cold Winter, Firms Like Three Arrows Capital Won't Have a Place; Bitcoin Sinks Toward $20K

The crypto hedge fund, which has been one of the industry’s most prolific investors in new protocols and is also a large borrower, is facing $400 million in liquidations on its positions; ether drops 13%.

By Sam Reynolds, Shaurya MalwaJun 17, 2022

Videos

Bitcoin Turbulence May Be in 'Darkest' Phase: Report

Bitcoin is entering a phase consistent with deep bear-market cycles this week, according to Glassnode. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee presents the “Chart of the Day.”

Jun 16, 2022