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

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Decouples From Stocks Ahead of Seasonally Weak March

Bitcoin and ether were up 5% over the past 24 hours, while stocks closed lower.

By Damanick Dantes, Angelique ChenMar 1, 2022

Investors grapple with market risk. (Mostafa Meraji, Unsplash)

Videos

Bitcoin Extends Rally as Russian Ruble Crashes Amid Ukraine Conflict and Global Sanctions

Anthony Saccaro, Providence Financial and Insurance Services founder, discusses the macro factors currently driving the bitcoin markets, including the Russian ruble's devaluation amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the prospect of interest rates hikes in the United States, and bitcoin's recognization as an alternative asset class during wartime.

Mar 1, 2022

Videos

Ukraine Bitcoin Trading at 6% Premium as Russia-Ukraine Conflict Intensifies

In today’s “Chart of the Day” segment, Christine Lee presents a chart from Kaiko showing bitcoin trading at a 6% premium on Binance’s Ukrainian hryvnia market, compared to bitcoin’s price in the U.S. dollar market following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Mar 1, 2022

Podcasts

Is Bitcoin Freedom Money or a Tool for Sanctions Evaders?

By Nathaniel WhittemoreMar 1, 2022

Markets

Bitcoin HODLers Unfazed by Macro and Geopolitical Risks

These three charts show investors are holding onto their cryptocurrency for future profits rather than selling.

By Lyllah LedesmaMar 1, 2022

It's the "strong hands" who are dominating. (Metropolitan Museum of Art, modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin Extends Rally After Biggest Gain in Year

The largest cryptocurrency was higher after jumping 14% on Monday, the biggest gain since February 2021. So far, the price has stopped just shy of $45,000.

By Brian EvansMar 1, 2022

Bitcoin has support above $43,000 but is still shy of the $45,000 mark

Markets

Bitcoin Bounce Stalls, Resistance Between $44K and $46K

Buyers could remain active at lower support levels, particularly at $40K.

By Damanick DantesMar 1, 2022

Bitcoin's four-hour chart shows nearby resistance with RSI on the bottom. (Damanick Dantes/CoinDesk, TradingView)

Policy

EU Parliament Scraps Proof-of-Work Ban Following Backlash: Report

The language had sparked enough of an outcry that a Monday vote on the bill's passage was indefinitely delayed.

By Sandali HandagamaMar 1, 2022

A controversial proposed ban on proof-of-work crypto in the EU is off the table for now. (Walter Zerla/Getty)

Videos

How Ukrainian Government Is Using Crypto to Fight Against Russia Invasion

Michael Chobanian, Founder of Ukrainian crypto exchange KUNA, comes back to “First Mover” to discuss the growing role of cryptocurrency in the Russia-Ukraine crisis. Chobanian explains how crowdfunded crypto is being used to fund military aid, food and petroleum supplies.

Mar 1, 2022

Finance