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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Markets

Crypto Miners to Benefit From Biden’s Executive Order: Jefferies

The investment bank reiterated buy ratings for Argo Blockchain and Marathon Digital following Wednesday’s action by the White House.

By Michael BellusciMar 9, 2022

A bitcoin mining facility. (Christinne Muschi/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Layer 2

‘People Will Get Burned’: Matt Odell on the Long Road to Bitcoin Privacy

Privacy advocate and hardcore bitcoiner Matt Odell discusses CoinJoins, privacy coins and “canaries.”

By Daniel KuhnMar 9, 2022

Opinion

Why Russian Sanctions Could Push Corporations Towards Crypto

The sudden disconnection of Russia from the global financial system is a moment for reflection. But economic fragmentation has a cost.

By David Z. MorrisMar 9, 2022

(Patrick Meinhardt/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Markets

Bitcoin Enters Resistance Zone Between $40K-$45K

BTC appears to be overbought on intraday charts.

By Damanick DantesMar 9, 2022

Bitcoin four-hour chart shows support/resistance with RSI on bottom (Damanick Dantes/CoinDesk, TradingView)

Videos

Market Rally as Biden Signs Crypto Executive Order

John Sarson, Sarson Funds CEO and founder, joins “First Mover” to provide his analysis on the current state of the crypto markets amid a recent price rally for cryptocurrencies.

Mar 9, 2022