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.

Marchés

Bitcoin Breaks Above $40K

After a weekend of choppy trade, the popular crypto began a sizable move higher as the U.S. returned to work on Monday morning.

Par Lyllah Ledesma28 févr. 2022

Finance

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Shows No Signs of Panic Even as Worst Case Scenario Looms

The latest moves in crypto markets in context for Feb. 28, 2022.

Par Omkar Godbole, Bradley Keoun28 févr. 2022

Juridique

Ukraine Government Is Using Crypto Aid to Purchase Critical Supplies

Around $10 million in crypto donations sent to the Ukrainian government has already been spent.

Par Sandali Handagama28 févr. 2022

Marchés

Bank of America Sees No Crypto Winter Given User Adoption, Developer Activity Growth

Still, crypto market upside will likely be limited for the next six months by Fed tightening and macro headwinds.

Par Will Canny28 févr. 2022

Marchés

Bitcoin Resilient as Commodity Prices Inflate, Dollar Strength May Hurt

The sustainability of bitcoin's gains is under question, as the escalating Russia-Ukraine crisis has led to stress in the dollar funding markets.

Par Omkar Godbole28 févr. 2022

Bitcoin stays resilient as commodities signal higher inflation ahead. (Highcharts.com/CoinDesk)

Marchés

Ruble-Denominated Bitcoin Volume Surges to 9-Month High

The increase comes as the West's sanctions on Russia trigger a flight from the ruble.

Par Omkar Godbole28 févr. 2022

Ruble-denominated bitcoin volumes surge as the Russian currency hits record low. (Source: Kaiko)

Finance

Crypto Donations to Ukraine Jump to $20M

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried and Chain.com CEO Deepak Thapliyal have contributed.

Par Sam Reynolds28 févr. 2022

Podcasts

The Story Behind AssangeDAO

Par Adam B. Levine28 févr. 2022

Marchés

First Mover Asia: BitMEX Saga Concludes, but We'll Never Know if DOJ Overreached; Cryptos Tumble as Russia Bores Into Ukraine

The guilty plea of the founders of the crypto trading platform with main offices in Hong Kong and Singapore avoided a trial; bitcoin dropped below $37,500 on Sunday after Russian President Vladimir Putin placed his nuclear forces on alert.

Par Sam Reynolds, Damanick Dantes, James Rubin28 févr. 2022