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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Finance

A crypto pioneer who turned a $20 million family stake into a billion-dollar fund doubles down on bitcoin

Sourcing initial capital from his mother to build a $1 billion crypto empire, DFG CEO James Wo says market metrics do not support Tom Lee’s $250,000 ether prediction.

Par Olivier Acuna6 juin 2026

James Wo, CEO and founder of DFG. (Olivier Acuna/CoinDesk)

Marchés

Michael Saylor’s rallying cry: Bitcoin needs four forces to win

The Strategy executive chairman argued that four distinct camps each play a vital role in bitcoin’s long-term success.

Par James Van Straten, AI Boost6 juin 2026

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor standing. (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk))

Marchés

Why diehard bitcoin purists aren’t sweating the massive price crash that wiped out $200 billion

Mati Greenspan, Michael Saylor and Jameson Lopp blamed the AI boom for draining capital from bitcoin. Meanwhile, Jack Mallers refrained from sharing an outlook but recommended buying the dip.

Par Olivier Acuna5 juin 2026

Marchés

Bitcoin loses $60,000, falls to weakest price since October 2024

Several headwinds converged over bitcoin recently as its largest buyer turned seller, ETF investors headed for the exits, and rate-hike fears rose.

Par Krisztian Sandor5 juin 2026

A trader sits in front of multiple screens holding his head. (Unsplash+/Getty Images)

Marchés

U.S. job growth blows past forecasts, setting stage for Fed rate hikes

Bitcoin is now facing another headwind — the prospect of higher interest rates.

Par James Van Straten, Krisztian Sandor5 juin 2026

The U.S. released January jobs numbers Friday morning (Ernie Journeys/Unsplash)

Technologies

Live updates: bitcoin tumbles to $60,000 as blowout jobs data, Zcash bug keeps pressure on crypto

Zcash plummeted 40% after Shielded Labs revealed a major bug that went undetected for 4 years.

Par Stephen Alpher, Shaurya Malwa, Helene Braun, Krisztian Sandor, James Van Straten5 juin 2026

Marchés

U.S. bitcoin, ether ETFs end record multibillion outflow streak

U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs pulled in a net $3.05 million on Thursday, capping 13 straight sessions of outflows totaling roughly $4.4 billion. Ether ETFs ended a 17-day outflow streak.

Par Shaurya Malwa5 juin 2026

Marchés

Here's what could happen if bitcoin breaks below $60,000

A confluence of factors makes $60,000 as key level to watch for in the near term, according to Deribit.

Par Omkar Godbole5 juin 2026

Marchés

'Dr. Doom'-backed Atlas Capital CEO says bitcoin could crash 70% before reaching $500,000

Backed by economist Nouriel Roubini, a long-time anti-bitcoin advocate, and known as 'Dr. Doom,' the Atlas CEO, Reza Bundy, shot a short-term warning for bitcoin but stayed bullish in the long-term.

Par Olivier Acuna4 juin 2026