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.

Märkte

IBIT’s Options Market Fuels Bitcoin ETF Dominance, Report Suggests

Unchained and analyst Checkmate highlight how iShares Bitcoin Trust leveraged ETF options have reshaped flows and bitcoin’s volatility profile.

Von James Van Straten29. Sept. 2025

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From SPACs to Cash-Flow Buys: How DATs Are Plotting the Next Growth Phase

Strive's Semler buy, the first DAT-to-DAT deal, cements “Bitcoin per share” as the key metric while setting the stage for a broader wave of consolidation.

Von James Van Straten28. Sept. 2025

Strive CEO Matt Cole speaks at BTC Asia in Hong Kong (screenshot)

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Schiff Challenges Saylor’s Bitcoin Bet, Analyst Says Sub-$107K BTC Is a 'Tremendous Buying Opportunity’

James van Straten sees a slow grind with 10–20% pullbacks while Michaël van de Poppe flags $112K as the trigger for an altcoin rally.

Von Siamak Masnavi, CD Analytics28. Sept. 2025

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Bitcoin Trails Equities, Metals, and USD in Q3. Here Is a Key Level to Watch for Next Move

Options expiry and key technical levels weigh on BTC as equities and bitcoin trends diverge.

Von James Van Straten27. Sept. 2025

Bull and bear market (Midjourney/modified by CoinDesk)

Technologie

Luke Dashjr Denies Hard Fork Claims as Bitcoin Governance Debate Heats Up

The Bitcoin community is split after leaked messages alleged Luke Dashjr backed a controversial hard fork.

Von Jamie Crawley, AI Boost27. Sept. 2025

Finanzen

Corporate Clients Hold Up to 15% of Assets on Mercado Bitcoin, Exchange Exec Says

These companies are not actively trading, but rather holding onto their bitcoin and stablecoins like USDT and USDC for conservative, cash-management purposes.

Von Francisco Rodrigues27. Sept. 2025

Daniel Cunha, Mercado Bitcoin's head of corporate development (Mercado Bitcoin)

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Bitcoin Edges Higher, ETH Rebounds Above $4k as Sentiment Slips Into 'Fear' Territory

PCE inflation data matched analyst expectations, but leaves policymakers balancing sticky inflation with a softer labor market, Sygnum Bank's CIO noted.

Von Krisztian Sandor26. Sept. 2025