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.

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Shiba Inu, Solana Tokens Lead Gains as Bitcoin Hovers Over $47K

Crypto markets followed moves in bitcoin amid reports of multimillion-dollar purchases of the asset by a major blockchain entity.

Автор Shaurya Malwa28 мар. 2022 г.

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Recession Signals Light Up as Section of US 'Yield Curve' Inverts

The recession hint could have bearish implications for risk assets, including bitcoin.

Автор Omkar Godbole28 мар. 2022 г.

A section of the yield curve has inverted for the first time since 2006. (Source: Pixabay, PhotoMosh)

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India's Supreme Court Seeks Wallet Info From Suspect in $3.8B GainBitcoin Scam

Ajay Bhardwaj, the brother of Amit Bhardwaj, the primary suspect who is now deceased, has been asked to give his username and password to authorities.

Автор Amitoj Singh28 мар. 2022 г.

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Bitcoin Could Reach $53K on Triangle Break, Impending Bull Cross, Analysts Say

The cryptocurrency's two-month triangular consolidation ended early Monday with a convincing move to $47,000.

Автор Omkar Godbole28 мар. 2022 г.

Traders make bullish forecasts after bitcoin's escape from a triangular consolidation . (Source: Pixabay, PhotoMosh)

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Bitcoin Hits Breakeven for First Time This Year, Blows Past $47,201 Before Settling Back

The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has risen for six consecutive days and gained over 12% since last Sunday upon a broader asset rally and Luna BTC buys.

Автор James Rubin, Sam Reynolds28 мар. 2022 г.

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First Mover Asia: Crypto Concerns Weigh on Taiwan PC Component Makers' Stocks; Bitcoin Springs to 3-Month High

Share prices of Asus, Gigabyte and MSI have fallen amid a massive drop in pricing for graphics cards as Ethereum's transition to a proof-of-stake protocol nears; ether and other cryptos gain.

Автор Sam Reynolds, Damanick Dantes, James Rubin27 мар. 2022 г.

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Is Miner Concentration Once Again Jeopardizing Bitcoin? Not Exactly

The high percentage of hashrate now located in North America may look like China 2.0, but the reality is more complicated.

Автор Aoyon Ashraf26 мар. 2022 г.

The bitcoin mining industry is concentrating in the U.S. (Melody Wang/CoinDesk)

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BTC Balance on Exchanges Drops to Lowest Level Since 2018

Host Christine Lee presents Glassnode data illustrating that the number of coins held on centralized cryptocurrency exchanges has dropped to its lowest level since September 2018.

25 мар. 2022 г.

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Catalysts for Bitcoin's Recent Price Rally

The "Week in Review" panel analyzes possible drivers for bitcoin's recent price rallies. Sovereign nations and institutional investors like Goldman Sachs and Bridgewater Associates have shown increased interest in digital assets. Plus, highlights from CoinDesk’s Mining Week content.

25 мар. 2022 г.