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

Foundation Focused on UST Stablecoin Raises $1B in LUNA Sale

The fresh funding will go toward a new reserve to help strengthen the peg for the UST stablecoin.

By Helene BraunFeb 22, 2022

Videos

Tuttle Capital Management CEO on Macro Factors Impacting Bitcoin Price

Mathew Tuttle, CEO and CIO of Tuttle Capital Management, joins “All About Bitcoin” to discuss the current state of the crypto and broader financial markets, highlighting rising interest rates and negative sentiment in the marketplace for risk assets.

Feb 22, 2022

Markets

Market Wrap: Cryptocurrencies Fall as Sentiment Turns Bearish

The bitcoin Fear & Greed Index declined as macroeconomic and geopolitical concerns linger.

By Damanick Dantes, Angelique ChenFeb 22, 2022

Opinion

So What If Part of Bitcoin's Code Was State-Funded?

Adam Tooze asked if bitcoin politics is self-deluded. Cypherpunks are just resourceful.

By Daniel KuhnFeb 22, 2022

Markets

Bitcoin Downtrend Persists; Support at $30K

BTC is 43% off its all-time high near $69K, and upside appears limited.

By Damanick DantesFeb 22, 2022

Bitcoin daily price chart shows support/resistance (Damanick Dantes/CoinDesk, TradingView)

Finance

First Mover Americas: Declining 'Buy the Dip' Mentions Signal Fading 'Hopium' in Bitcoin Market

The latest moves in crypto markets in context for Feb. 22, 2022.

By Omkar Godbole, Parikshit MishraFeb 22, 2022

Markets

SAND Token, Below 200-Day MA, Joins Broader Crypto Market in Gloomy Outlook

SAND has dropped below its 200-day average for the first time since July.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 22, 2022

Markets

Bitcoin in Stasis Near $37K, Gold Extends Gains as Russia Starts Ukraine Invasion

In tense situations, investors prefer gold and oil than riskier assets like stocks and crypto.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 22, 2022

Bitcoin trades back and forth near $37K (Source: CoinDesk, Highcharts.com)

Markets

First Mover Asia: Taiwan, Singapore Are Not Stablecoin Fans; Major Cryptos Decline as Russia Invasion Looms

Taiwan and Singapore are wary of ceding control of their currencies; bitcoin, ether and most other major cryptocurrencies fell as Russian President Vladimir Putin made a defiant case for invading Ukraine.

By Sam Reynolds, James RubinFeb 22, 2022