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.

Finance

Grayscale Adds 25 Digital Assets to Its 'Under Consideration' List, Including DeFi, Metaverse Projects

The updated list of cryptocurrencies includes Axie Infinity, Yield Guild Games and Algorand.

By James RubinJan 25, 2022

Grayscale Investments CEO Michael Sonnenshein

Markets

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Stabilizes Above $36K as Investors Await Next Fed Meeting

Bitcoin's spike coincided with gains in U.S. equity markets, but the correlation between the two remains unclear.

By Muyao Shen, Damanick DantesJan 24, 2022

Bull And Bear Market Trend Bronze Castings

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stabilizes as Altcoins Underperform

Bitcoin was up was up 3% over the past 24 hours, versus a 5% decline in SOL and roughly flat performance in ETH .

By Damanick Dantes, Angelique ChenJan 24, 2022

Bitcoin's 24-hour price chart (CoinDesk)

Videos

GSR Markets President: ‘Crypto Still in a Bull Market’

Bitcoin, ether and the broader crypto market faced another wave of selling Monday. Is crypto firmly in bear territory? GSR Markets Co-founder and President Rich Rosenblum discusses his reading of the digital asset space, explaining why “we’re still in a bull market for crypto.” Plus, tips for managing volatility and new investment opportunities to watch.

Jan 24, 2022