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 Weakness Ahead of CPI Report; Cardano, Solana Lead Fall in Major Cryptos

Crypto market capitalization fell 2.3% in the past 24 hours as bitcoin rose and then lost a pivotal support level at $30,000.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 10, 2022

Markets

First Mover Asia: Ethereum’s Ropsten ‘Merge’ Prompts Mixed Analyst Sentiment; Bitcoin Is Flat

Some observers question whether Ethereum can stay relevant after switching from a proof-of-work model, but others are upbeat about the shift to a proof-of-stake design; cryptos have a mixed day.

By Shaurya Malwa, James RubinJun 9, 2022

Some analysts believe that the Ethereum Ropsten "Merge" will be more environmentally friendly. (Nattachai Sesaud/Getty Images)

Videos

Model Signals Bitcoin Could Surpass $100K in Next Few Years: Analyst

Fidelity Investments Global Macro Director Jurrien Timmer discusses how global macro factors are impacting bitcoin and why he believes it is still going through price discovery and adoption.

Jun 9, 2022

Markets

Market Wrap: Cryptos Rise With Altcoins in the Lead

BTC was roughly flat over the past 24 hours, compared with a 10% rise in HNT and LINK.

By Damanick DantesJun 9, 2022

Ethereum's lead over competitors might be hard to close. (Elena Rabkina/Unsplash)

Podcasts

Bitcoin Is Human Rights Technology

By Nathaniel WhittemoreJun 9, 2022

Videos

Bitcoin Defends $30K as ECB Preps First Rate Hike in More Than a Decade

Genesis Global Trading Head of Derivatives Trading Joshua Lim and BlockFi SVP and Global Head of Institutional Distribution David Olsson discuss their outlook on crypto as bitcoin hovers around $30,000.

Jun 9, 2022

Finance

Jay-Z, Jack Dorsey Unveil ‘Bitcoin Academy’ for Brooklyn Public Housing Residents

The two entrepreneurs are teaming up to offer Bitcoin-focused financial literacy courses beginning this summer for children, teens and adult residents of the Marcy Houses.

By Elizabeth NapolitanoJun 9, 2022