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 ETFs post third straight weekly inflows despite $465 million in late-week losses

The vast majority of the activity was concentrated in BlackRock’s IBIT product accounting for nearly $415 million of the outflows.

By Jamie CrawleyJul 27, 2026, 7:04 a.m. ET

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Crypto is the canary in the coal mine for the quantum computing threat, experts say

As estimates for “Q-Day” move closer, experts warn that crypto’s slow governance, not its cryptography, may be the biggest obstacle to defending against quantum attacks.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostJul 27, 2026, 2:37 a.m. ET

A perspex cube appears to radiate light across a surface designed with squares. (David Clode/Unsplash)

Markets

Bitcoin is back above $65,000 as U.S. and Iran hold fire. Oil drops 5%

ETH outperforms BTC, hinting at potential altcoin rally, as the U.S. and Iran hold fire and oil drops.

By Omkar GodboleJul 27, 2026, 12:21 a.m. ET

Markets

Saylor and team overhaul Strategy's bitcoin metrics as bear market persists

New framework gives common shareholders a clearer view of net bitcoin exposure after preferred stock and convertible debt obligations

By James Van StratenJul 24, 2026, 9:15 a.m. ET

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor (CoinDesk Television)

Markets

A $5 billion cluster has formed in bitcoin options. It tells a bullish story

Bitcoin's $70,000 and $72,000 call strikes on Deribit have accumulated nearly $5 billion in open interest, with calls outnumbering puts by a significant margin.

By Omkar GodboleJul 24, 2026, 7:34 a.m. ET

BTC options open interest on Deribit. (Deribit Metrics)

Markets

Poolin was bitcoin's biggest mining pool and now it's filing for bankruptcy

The Singapore-based company once controlled nearly a fifth of Bitcoin's global hashrate. Now it owes $173 million and is selling off what's left.

By James Van StratenJul 24, 2026, 7:09 a.m. ET

Markets

Bitcoin treasury companies sell up, repay debt, pivot to AI as share prices collapse

Falling share prices, debt obligations and difficult market conditions are forcing former bitcoin accumulators to sell their holdings and restructure operations.

By James Van StratenJul 24, 2026, 6:53 a.m. ET