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

Ether, Solana Lead Losses Among Major Cryptos, Analysts See Further Declines After Fed Rate Hikes

No clear buy signal emerged for bitcoin and a poor macroeconomic situation still dominates, one analyst said.

By Shaurya MalwaJul 26, 2022, 8:32 a.m. ET

Dos legisladores apoyaron el aumento en las tasas de interés a riesgo de reducir el crecimiento económico. (Peter Cade/Getty Images)

Markets

Institutional Traders Have Mixed Views About Tesla’s Decision to Sell Bitcoin

“Macro and micro factors are complex, and cash on hand is welcome,” a trader interviewed by CoinDesk said.

By Shaurya MalwaJul 26, 2022, 5:42 a.m. ET

Markets

First Mover Asia: Is DEX Efficiency a Long-Term Threat to Coinbase; Bitcoin Sinks Below $22K

Coinbase’s revenue dwarfs that of the decentralized exchange Uniswap but the two companies are generating roughly the same trading volume; ether plunges.

By Sam Reynolds, James RubinJul 25, 2022, 7:49 p.m. ET

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Starts the Week in Negative Territory

Bitcoin declines on lower than average volume, offering lower prices but little conviction.

By Glenn Williams Jr., Jimmy HeJul 25, 2022, 4:38 p.m. ET

Bitcoin declined 4.3% on Monday. (CoinDesk and Highcharts.com)

Finance

Tesla Recorded $64M Gain on Bitcoin Sales in Q2

The electric car company also posted an impairment of $170 million on its remaining bitcoin holdings.

By Nelson WangJul 25, 2022, 11:32 a.m. ET

Markets

Bitcoin cae aunque el “medidor de miedo” de Wall Street indica calma antes de la decisión de la Fed

“No creo que el trading de línea dura de la Fed haya alcanzado su punto máximo”, dijo una observadora del mercado.

By Omkar GodboleJul 25, 2022, 10:41 a.m. ET

Bitcoin cae y contradice la ausencia de ansiedad pre-Fed de Wall Street. (PIX1861/Pixabay, PhotoMosh)

Markets

First Mover Americas: BTC and ETH Outperform Traditional Markets in July Despite the Dollar's Strength

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for July 25, 2022.

By Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar GodboleJul 25, 2022, 10:35 a.m. ET

Markets

Bitcoin Drops Even as Wall Street's 'Fear Gauge' Indicates Calm Ahead of Fed Decision

"I don't think the hawkish Fed trade has peaked," one observer said.

By Omkar GodboleJul 25, 2022, 7:08 a.m. ET

Markets

First Mover Asia: BTC Falls Below $22.4K; Coinbase Shares Remain Alluring for Institutional Investors

Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest, ETF issuer Exchange Traded Concepts, Cullinan Associates and Utah-based Refined Wealth Management all significantly added COIN to their portfolios as per June 30 filings.

By James Rubin, Sam ReynoldsJul 24, 2022, 8:59 p.m. ET