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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Crypto Stocks Tumble in Pre-Market Trading as Bitcoin Dives to $112K

Crypto stocks tumbled in pre-market trading as bitcoin and ether extended heavy overnight losses, fueling $1.6 billion in liquidations across derivatives exchanges.

Por Oliver Knight22 de set. de 2025

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Gold Rallies an Hour After Bitcoin Drops, Suggesting a Profit Rotation Into Metals

Safe-haven flows pushed gold to new records while bitcoin stumbled, highlighting shifting investor dynamics.

Por James Van Straten22 de set. de 2025

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Metaplanet Becomes Fifth-Largest Listed Bitcoin Holder With $632M BTC Buy

Company overtakes Bullish with $632 million purchase as both Metaplanet and Capital B shares trade lower.

Por James Van Straten22 de set. de 2025

Close up of the red circle at the center of the Japanese flag. (DavidRockDesign/Pixabay)

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Bitcoin Longs on Bitfinex Jump 20%, Prices Drop Below 100-Day Average

BTC/USD longs on Bitfinex frequently move inversely to bitcoin’s price action.

Por Omkar Godbole22 de set. de 2025

A trader in front of screens. (sergeitokmakov/Pixabay/Modified by CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin Could Crash to $107K, XRP MACD Bearish Ahead of Fed Speak & PCE Inflation

Impending Federal Reserve speeches and the upcoming PCE report could add to market volatility.

Por Omkar Godbole, AI Boost22 de set. de 2025

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Coinbase CEO: 'We Want to Become a Super App and Provide All Types of Financial Services'

Brian Armstrong told Fox Business that Coinbase aims to be users’ primary financial account while addressing U.S. crypto rules and pressure from banks.

Por Siamak Masnavi, AI Boost21 de set. de 2025