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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Why Bitcoin’s 4-Year Halving Cycle Could Be Dead

Bitcoin’s current price action could indicate that its 4-year cycle based on the halving of coins produced might be a thing of the past, as the market has not entered its expected bear phase. “The Hash” hosts discuss the maturation of BTC’s market performance, noting increased institutional investment as a possible reason for the lack of volatility.

Apr 13, 2022

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BTC Jumps Above $41K, Correlation with Nasdaq Increasing

CoinDesk Markets Reporter Damanick Dantes discusses bitcoin’s increasing correlation with tech stocks and the Nasdaq 100. Plus, insights into the potential market impact of the Luna Foundation Guard’s BTC purchases, and the current sentiment among traders in the options and futures markets.

Apr 13, 2022

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BitPay Co-Founder on Launching Bitcoin Lightning Network Payment Services

BitPay co-founder Tony Gallippi discusses the crypto payment company’s newly added support for transactions on the Lightning Network, offering increased speed and efficiency. Plus, the growth of crypto payments in emerging markets, tax implications and bitcoin's varying use cases.

Apr 13, 2022

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