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.

Videos

BTC Monthly Gains Resemble June 2021 Reversal; Possible Bull Run Ahead?

According to new TradingView data, the structure of bitcoin’s consecutive monthly gains following a three-month losing streak resembles the reversal higher seen after June 2021, before BTC shot to $69,000 in November. Plus, the triangle breakout from this month shows a bullish formation. “All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee presents the Chart of the Day.

Mar 31, 2022

Markets

Bitcoin Slides for Second Day as Analyst Warns of Dip Below $45K

The cryptocurrency slides again after eight straight days of gains.

By Angelique ChenMar 31, 2022

The bitcoin price was around $45,945 as of press time, down 2.5% from Wednesday. (CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin Dips From $48K Resistance; Support at $43K

BTC is declining from overbought levels.

By Damanick DantesMar 31, 2022

BTC daily price chart shows support/resistance, with RSI below. (Damanick Dantes/CoinDesk, TradingView)

Markets

Bitcoin's March Gains Help Erase Memories (and Losses) From Awful 2022 Start

Cardano and Solana rose 27%, outperforming bitcoin.

By Lyllah LedesmaMar 31, 2022

Policy

The UK Wants to Regulate Crypto: Here's What That Could Look Like

The government is set to reveal its regulatory package for crypto in the coming weeks.

By Camomile ShumbaMar 31, 2022

The UK flag (Daniel Kaesler/EyeEm via Getty Images )

Finance

First Mover Americas: Ether-Bitcoin Ratio on Track for Monthly Gain

The latest moves in crypto markets in context for March 31, 2022.

By Omkar Godbole, Parikshit Mishra, Sandali HandagamaMar 31, 2022

A digital screen displays the price of cryptocurrency Ethereum to U.S. dollar in Hong Kong, China, on Friday, March 25, 2022. Bitcoin climbed to more than $44,000 for the first time in almost a month, breaking out of its recent narrow trading range amid a renewal of risk appetite. Photographer: Paul Yeung/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Markets

Solana’s SOL Highest Gainer Among Major Cryptos as Bitcoin Holds $47K

Investors are looking to allocate capital to altcoins and other major cryptocurrencies as appetite for risk is back, one analyst said.

By Shaurya MalwaMar 31, 2022

SOL hovers just below resistance at $130. (TradingView)

Markets

First Mover Asia: India Continues Its Restrictive Approach to Crypto; Bitcoin, Ether Run in Place

The Indian tax authority's recent revision of what was seized in taxes and penalties from crypto exchanges reflects the government's harsh stance toward digital assets; Solana has a banner day.

By Sam Reynolds, Damanick Dantes, James RubinMar 30, 2022

Videos

Could the Axie Infinity Hack Happen on the Bitcoin Network?

Halborn Co-Founder Steven Walbroehl discusses security issues with centralized cross-chain bridges following the $625 million exploit of Axie Infinity’s Ronin network. Plus, why proof-of-work consensus mechanisms are more secure and the possibilities of a similar attack on the Bitcoin network.

Mar 30, 2022

Videos

Bitcoin’s Correlation to Meme Stocks Reaches Highest Level Since 2020

CoinDesk Markets Analyst Damanick Dantes discusses bitcoin’s strong correlation with meme stocks at its highest level since 2020, and what it reveals about the crypto markets. Plus, his bitcoin price outlook as the Luna Foundation Guard purchased over $270 million in BTC this week for its UST stablecoin reserves.

Mar 30, 2022