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.

Policy

South Korea Arrests 3 in Multibillion-Dollar Crypto-Linked Probe: Report

Authorities are investigating $3.4 billion in "abnormal transactions" involving foreign exchange and crypto investments, according to a local media outlet.

By Sandali HandagamaAug 11, 2022, 8:51 a.m. EDT

Authorities in South Korea have reportedly arrested three people tied to a forex probe involving crypto. (Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images)

Opinion

Crypto’s Downturn Makes Space for Education and Regulation

Investors can still become early adopters before crypto reaches full maturity.

By Christopher RobbinsAug 11, 2022, 8:50 a.m. EDT

Markets

Bitcoin Rallies to 2-Month High; What's Next?

The Federal Reserve's plan to accelerate quantitative tightening starting in September may bring volatility to markets.

By Omkar GodboleAug 11, 2022, 8:23 a.m. EDT

Bitcoin hits a two-month high after encouraging U.S. inflation data. (Geralt/Pixabay)

Markets

Ether Tops $1.9K as Ethereum Runs Final 'Merge' Rehearsal

Merge optimism has prompted an ether rally of 60% in four weeks.

By Omkar GodboleAug 11, 2022, 2:59 a.m. EDT

Ether sube a su máximo de dos meses. (TradingView)

Markets

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Soars Past $24K on Favorable CPI; Governments Focus Too Much on Crypto’s Economic Importance, Australia Academics Argue

Professors from The University of Sydney say that as governments consider different initiatives, they are overlooking crypto’s social and cultural significance.

By Shaurya Malwa, James RubinAug 10, 2022, 7:05 p.m. EDT