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 Regains$ 117K Level As Fresh Economic Data Flags Weak Growth

Crypto markets began what is historically their strongest quarter on a positive note.

By Helene Braun, Krisztian SandorOct 1, 2025

Bitcoin (BTC) price today (CoinDesk Data)

Markets

Bitcoin Heads into Historically Bullish October After Third-Best September On Record

Since 2013, bitcoin has averaged 14.4% gains in October, with a median return of 10.8%. Out of 13 Octobers in that span, 10 ended in the green and only three closed lower.

By Shaurya MalwaOct 1, 2025

Tech

The Protocol: Solana’s Firedancer Proposes Uncapping Block Compute-Unit Limit

Also: Denials of Bitcoin Hard Fork, UN Experiments With Blockchain, and Gate Rolls Out Token Launcher.

By Margaux NijkerkOct 1, 2025

Markets

Risks Ahead for Crypto in Q4 Even With Macro Tailwinds: Grayscale

The firm's analysts said Fed rate cuts and regulatory momentum support digital assets, though slowing growth and political roadblocks could weigh on valuations.

By Will Canny, AI BoostOct 1, 2025

A pair of hands resting on a keyboard with an iPad showing graphs and price quotes. (Kanchanara/Unsplash)

Markets

Strategy Posts Q3 Profit, Keeping it on Radar for S&P 500 inclusion.

The muted price action may not have been to the bulls liking, but bitcoin rose over the past three months, allowing MSTR to post a sizable profit.

By James Van StratenOct 1, 2025

Executive Chairman of Strategy Michael Saylor

Markets

Crypto's Value Lies in Trillion-Dollar Markets, Bitwise Says

The value of crypto comes from the massive markets it aims to disrupt, not small, niche plays, the report said.

By Will Canny, AI BoostOct 1, 2025

Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan (CoinDesk Archives)

Markets

Bitcoin Kicks Off 'Uptober' With Break Above $116K as Crypto Equities Surge Pre-Market

Bitcoin and ether rally on the first day of October alongside record gold prices, boosting pre-market gains for U.S. crypto stocks.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostOct 1, 2025

A Wall Street banks's take on crypto. (Midjourney/Modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Metaplanet Acquires 5,288 BTC, Lifts Total Holdings to 30,823 BTC

Stronger Bitcoin strategy drives revised forecasts of $46M revenue and $32M operating profit, though shares fall sharply.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostOct 1, 2025

Markets

Traders Eye September Jobs Report for Cues on Bitcoin Breakout Above $120K

The Fed’s most recent rate cut initially provided a modest boost to Bitcoin, but investors say the path forward depends less on past easing than on Powell’s Tuesday speech and upcoming jobs data that is scheduled to be released on Friday.

By Shaurya MalwaOct 1, 2025