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.

Podcasts

How Does Washington See Crypto?

By Sheila Warren, Michael J. CaseyApr 22, 2022

Money Reimagined Digital Money Stage at Consensus 2022

Policy

Seized Silk Road Bitcoin to Clear Ross Ulbricht's $183M Debt

A court filing reveals that bitcoin seized in 2020 will be used to repay the Silk Road founder's debt to the U.S. government.

By Oliver KnightApr 22, 2022

"Human Blockchain," a painting made by Ross Ulbricht in prison (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

Finance

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Holds $40K, Yuan Drop May Add to Risk Aversion

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

By Omkar Godbole, Parikshit MishraApr 22, 2022

Markets

Retail Interest in Bitcoin Is Dwindling, Google Data Suggests

Data from Google’s search trends suggest retail interest in bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies could be waning.

By Shaurya MalwaApr 22, 2022

Worldwide searches for bitcoin have reached mid-2020 levels. (Shutterstock)

Markets

First Mover Asia: A Year After Coinbase's IPO, Most Listed Crypto Firms Are Under Water Compared With Bitcoin's Performance; BTC Retreats From $42K

Fed Chair Jerome Powell suggested a series of interest-rate increases that might be higher than the usual 0.25 percentage point.

By Sam Reynolds, Damanick Dantes, Bradley KeounApr 21, 2022

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rise Loses Steam After Fed Comments

Tighter monetary policy has been a headwind for stocks and cryptos, but indicators remain bullish over the short term.

By Damanick Dantes, Angelique ChenApr 21, 2022

Podcasts

Six Key Crypto Data Points, and Why They Matter

By Tyrone RossApr 21, 2022

PlannerDAO, the DAO Built for and by Financial Advisers

Opinion

Calling Out the Sexism in Bitcoin, Crypto

Crypto is for everyone.

By Daniel KuhnApr 21, 2022

"Martha Scolding Her Vain Sister Mary Magdalene" (Elisabetta Sirani/Smithsonian American Art Museum, modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin Nearly Hits $43K, Trades at 10-Day High

The price action in bitcoin (BTC) hasn't been super dramatic, but lately the general direction has been higher.

By Angelique ChenApr 21, 2022

Bitcoin was up 1.1% in the past 24 hours. (CoinDesk)

Videos

Bitcoin Price Eyes 200-Day Simple Moving Average

The Strategic Funds Managing Director Marc Lopresti provides his analysis on bitcoin's next move after a three-day price rally. Lopresti also explains why his firm is bullish on altcoins like Avalanche and Solana. Plus, a conversation about the continued growth of institutional interest in crypto, noting a rumored partnership between FTX and Goldman Sachs.

Apr 21, 2022