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.

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Profit Booking in Bitcoin, Ether After Biden Issues Crypto Order

Bitcoin gained and lost $200 in the minutes after a much-awaited order was issued in the U.S.

Di Shaurya Malwa9 mar 2022

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Market Cap of Gold-Backed Cryptos Surpass $1B as Yellow Metal Nears Record High

Stagflation fears appear to have boosted demand for gold and crypto tokens backed by the yellow metal.

Di Omkar Godbole9 mar 2022

Market capitalization of gold-backed crypto tokens (Arcane Research, CoinGecko)

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Bitcoin Tops $41K After Yellen's Crypto Statement Inadvertently Published Early

Gemini's Cameron Winklevoss said that based on Yellen's remarks the impending crypto order is positive and supports responsible innovation.

Di Omkar Godbole9 mar 2022

Bitcoin jumps above $41,000. (CoinDesk, Highcharts.com)

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First Mover Asia: Singapore's Strict Approach to Crypto; Bitcoin Rises Despite Investors' Jitters About War, US Executive Order

Singapore's high standards may be discouraging some crypto companies from establishing operations in the city-state; investors were wrestling with the latest developments in Ukraine and await the crypto order by U.S. President Joe Biden on Wednesday.

Di Sam Reynolds, Damanick Dantes, James Rubin9 mar 2022

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Is Bitcoin the 'Safe' Crypto Asset?

Noelle Acheson, Genesis Global Trading head of market insights, joins “All About Bitcoin” to discuss the current state of bitcoin’s price as the Russia-Ukraine conflict impacts markets across the globe and the U.S. federal reserve is mulling a half-point rate hike later this month. Acheson explores BTC’s volatility, bitcoin dominance, and rising oil prices.

8 mar 2022

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Nickel Surges Above $100K, Investors Piling Up USDT

Nickel is having a parabolic run as presented in this “Chart of the Day.” It has surged 250% in two days and briefly traded above $100,000 due to a reported short squeeze and logistics uncertainty.

8 mar 2022

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Should Private Businesses Restrict Russian Users Amid Ukraine Invasion?

Steve Ehrlich, Voyager Digital co-founder and CEO, joins “All About Bitcoin” to share his perspective on Ukraine officials calling private businesses to restrict Russian users, including international crypto exchanges. Plus, Ehrlich explains his bitcoin price prediction for 2022.

8 mar 2022

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