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

U.S. Treasury Action to Blame for Bitcoin’s Break From Global M2, Raoul Pal Says

The sharper impact on bitcoin may be tied to significant selling from long-held coins, contributing to the deviation from the global M2 trend.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostSep 25, 2025

Raoul Pal speaks at CoinDesk Consensus (CoinDesk)

Markets

Ether Falls to $4K, BTC, XRP Slide as U.S. Government Shutdown Risks Mount

The White House is preparing for potential job cuts, as Congress must pass a funding measure to prevent the government from running out of money by the end of September.

By Omkar GodboleSep 25, 2025

Finance

Crypto Millionaires Surge 40%, Led by Bitcoin's Rise, as Market Hits $3.3 Trillion

The number of individuals with $1M+ in crypto wealth has jumped to 241,700 over a year, a new report shows.

By Ian Allison, AI BoostSep 24, 2025

Scattered pile of $1 bills (Gerd Altmann/Pixabay, modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin Edges Higher as Gold Bull Takes a Breather

Despite holding similar properties, gold and bitcoin have been moving in opposite directions of late.

By Stephen AlpherSep 24, 2025

Close-up of stacked gold bars. (Jingming Pan/Unsplash)

Markets

Bitcoin Miners Surge on Speculation of OpenAI-Driven Energy Demand

Publicly traded miners are riding the AI infrastructure boom as investors bet excess capacity can fuel high-performance computing.

By James Van StratenSep 24, 2025

Markets

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF: Bearish Sentiment in IBIT Stays Strong for Two Straight Months

IBIT's price uptrend has stalled since July.

By Omkar GodboleSep 24, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Stalls Around $112K as Whales Lead Wave of Selling

Cohort selling and long-term holder distribution add to ongoing pressure.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostSep 24, 2025

BTC: Supply Last Active 1year+ (glassnode)

Markets

Bitcoin 'Buy The Dip' Calls Surge, But Liquidity Trends Point to $107K as Potential Magnet

Liquidity trends and buy-the-dip mentions point to potential for a deeper sell-off.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostSep 24, 2025

Finance

OranjeBTC to Become Brazil’s Largest Publicly-Traded Bitcoin Treasury Firm With B3 Listing

OranjeBTC, which holds 3,650 BTC, also plans to launch a financial education platform focused on bitcoin and crypto, in addition to its public listing.

By Francisco RodriguesSep 23, 2025