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.

Videos

Bitcoin’s Fear & Greed Index Enters ‘Extreme Fear’ Territory

CoinDesk Markets Reporter Damanick Dantes joins “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee to discuss bitcoin markets as they react to rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine. With BTC futures, liquidations, and leverage levels remaining idle, Dantes indicates an uptick in bearish sentiment as the “Fear and Greed Index” enters “extreme fear” territory.

Feb 23, 2022

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Bitcoin 3-Month Futures Premium Trends South

In today’s Chart of the Day segment, Christine Lee analyzes a chart by CoinDesk’s Omkar Godbole, which illustrates the annualized rolling three-month futures premium in major exchanges such as Chicago Mercantile Exchange and Binance. The findings indicate a pessimistic sentiment among institutional and retail investors.

Feb 23, 2022

Videos

Bitcoin 3-Month Futures Premium Trends South

Feb 23, 2022

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Sellers Return, Reversing Earlier Gains

Concerns over the economy and the situation in the Ukraine linger.

By Damanick Dantes, Angelique ChenFeb 23, 2022

Videos

Russia Facing Sanctions Amid Escalating Tensions With Ukraine, ‘Frozen’ BTC From Canadian Trucker Protests Being Transferred Elsewhere

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation, Nikhilesh De, joins “First Mover” to discuss economic sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other allies as Moscow escalates tensions with Ukraine. Plus, De provides an update on the trucker protests in Canada as “frozen” bitcoin is transferred to exchanges like Coinbase and Crypto.com.

Feb 23, 2022

Podcasts

Crypto News Roundup for Feb. 23, 2022

By Adrian Blust, Adam B. LevineFeb 23, 2022

Weekend Story | The Short-Sightedness of Run-Amok Regulators

Podcasts

Why One Stablecoin Is Being Backed by Bitcoin

By Nathaniel WhittemoreFeb 23, 2022

Markets

Bitcoin Trends Upward as Markets Calm Despite Ukraine Tensions

Traders showed some optimism even as President Joe Biden announced more sanctions.

By Brian EvansFeb 23, 2022

Bitcoin trended upward slightly Wednesday (CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin Bounce Fades; Minor Support at $30K-$36K

Sellers could remain active over the short term.

By Damanick DantesFeb 23, 2022

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

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‘Frozen’ Bitcoin Tied to Canadian Trucker Protests Moved to Coinbase, Crypto.com

Bitcoin tied to the Canadian trucker uprising against COVID-19 restrictions has recently been moved from the original address to Coinbase and Crypto.com following a government effort to freeze said assets. “The Hash” discusses this latest update in the Canadian story and the utility of public blockchains for “following the money.”

Feb 23, 2022