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

Crypto Equities Move Higher Pre-Market, But There’s a Twist

Bitcoin leads gains above $106,000, yet a CME gap hints at potential short-term volatility.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostNov 10, 2025

Markets

Hold Your Horses, BTC Bulls: Bessent Says Trump's Tariff ‘Dividend’ Could Be Tax Cuts

Indirect measures like tax cuts may not have as much bullish impact as direct checks.

By Omkar GodboleNov 10, 2025

Jamieson Lee Greer, U.S. Trade Representative sits with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ( CC by 4.0/Reuters/Modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin's $100K Question: Here's Why BTC, XRP, SOL May Surge This Week

Bitcoin has rebounded above $103,000, lifting altcoins.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostNov 9, 2025

Cryptocurrencies are likely to surge in the coming days. (lizzyliz/Pixabay)

Markets

Crypto Prices Rise as Trump Announces ‘At Least’ $2K Tariff Dividend Per American

The rally comes after a broader weekly slump, with the CoinDesk 20 (CD20) index recovering from a near 15% drawdown over the week.

By Francisco Rodrigues, Omkar GodboleNov 9, 2025

Styllized bull (Midjourney/Modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin Whales vs Everyone Else, and the Whales Are Winning

Large bitcoin holders continue to offload as smaller investors accumulate, creating a stark divide in market behavior.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostNov 8, 2025

Trend Accumulation By Cohort (Glassnode)

Markets

JPMorgan Clients Lifted Spot Bitcoin ETF Holdings in Q3

The bank disclosed ownership of nearly 5.3 million shares of IBIT as of September 30, up 64% from the previous quarter.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostNov 7, 2025

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon (CoinDesk Archives)

Tech

Bitcoin DeFi Gets Another Institutional Boost Through Anchorage Digital Custody

Anchorage Digital is opening institutional pathways into Bitcoin-native DeFi, providing a regulated gateway to BOB’s hybrid Bitcoin–Ethereum ecosystem.

By Jamie Crawley, AI BoostNov 7, 2025

Nathan McCauley, co-founder and CEO of Anchorage Digital at Consensus 2025.

Markets

Strategy Adds Europe to Capital Raising Efforts, Securing $715M in Newest Preferred Offering

Dubbed "stream," STRE is the company's latest preferred series as Michael Saylor and team begin raising funds overseas for more bitcoin purchases.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostNov 7, 2025

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor (Danny Nelson, modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Crypto Markets Today: Bitcoin Holds $100K as Altcoins Extend Losses, AI Tokens Defy Trend

Bitcoin’s slide to $100,600 caps another week of losses due to renewed Fed caution. Ether and most altcoins are struggling, though AI-linked tokens are seeing outsized gains.

By Oliver Knight, Saksham DiwanNov 7, 2025