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

War and Crypto in Ukraine

Por Dan Ilett, Anna Baydakova, Danny Nelson, Danny Bradbury30 mar 2022

Finanzas

Analyst Still Positive on Stronghold Digital Despite Miss, Citing Miner’s Low Costs

The bitcoin miner’s stock tumbled more than 30% after it missed earnings estimates and said it won’t reach its 2022 hashrate goal.

Por Aoyon Ashraf30 mar 2022

Stronghold's power plant in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

Finanzas

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Trades at Discount in Japanese Yen Markets

The latest moves in crypto markets in context for March 30, 2022.

Por Omkar Godbole, Parikshit Mishra30 mar 2022

Mercados

Bitcoin Holds Steady as Luna Foundation Guard Resumes Purchases

The organization, which splurged on the cryptocurrency last week, resumed buying BTC on Wednesday after a one-day hiatus, according to one observer.

Por Omkar Godbole30 mar 2022

LFG plans to raise $3 billion for its bitcoin reserve (Pixabay, modified by CoinDesk)

Podcasts

Why Is Bitcoin Going Up?

Por Nathaniel Whittemore29 mar 2022

Mercados

First Mover Asia: BC Technology Group’s Crypto Platform Made Big Gains in 2021. So Why Are Investors Unimpressed?

OSL, which accounts for most of the Hong Kong company’s business, rose 63% in 2021, but the stock price has lagged bitcoin and other assets; bitcoin and ether tread water.

Por Sam Reynolds, Damanick Dantes, James Rubin29 mar 2022

Mercados

Market Wrap: Cryptos Mixed as Volatility Fades; Analysts See Risk of Selling Pressure

Traditional safe-haven assets declined on Tuesday as Russia-Ukraine tensions eased, but some indicators point to a pause in the risk-on rally.

Por Damanick Dantes, Angelique Chen29 mar 2022

Vídeos

Bitcoin Breaks $48K to 3-Month High, Triggers Over $300M in Liquidations

Bitcoin rose to a three-month high Monday of over $48K, a level not seen since last December. The price climb triggered market-wide short liquidations worth over $300 million, which could indicate bullish momentum. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

29 mar 2022