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

Bitcoin Traders Preparing for Tumultuous March, Glassnode Says

Traders are de-leveraging because of expected turbulence coming from rate hikes and the potential conflict in Ukraine.

By Sam ReynoldsFeb 16, 2022

Federal Reserve building (Paul Brady Photography/Shutterstock)

Finance

Morgan Stanley Says Ethereum Less Decentralized, Ether More Volatile Compared to Bitcoin

Attempts to regulate DeFi and NFT markets could see less demand for transactions on the Ethereum network.

By Will CannyFeb 16, 2022

Markets

Avalanche’s AVAX Surges as Bitcoin Rally Stalls

Major cryptocurrencies faced resistance at significant price levels after jumping as much as 13.5% on Tuesday following the Super Bowl weekend.

By Shaurya MalwaFeb 16, 2022

AVAX faces resistance at the $95 level. (TradingView)

Markets

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Soars Past $44K as Ukraine Tensions Lessen

Ether and other major altcoins rose sharply after Russia said it would be receptive to a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict.

By James Rubin, Damanick DantesFeb 15, 2022

Bitcoin rose in Tuesday trading. (Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

Markets

Market Wrap: Altcoins Outperform as Geopolitical Concerns Fade

ETH rose 8% over the past 24 hours, compared with a 4% rise in BTC.

By Damanick Dantes, Angelique ChenFeb 15, 2022

Opinion

Humans Are the Last-Mile Problem of Bitcoin Crowdfunding for Canada Truck Protest

Bitcoin cannot be intercepted, making it a powerful charitable tool. But human organizations are still central points of failure.

By Daniel KuhnFeb 15, 2022

(Maksim Sokolov [Maxergon]/Creative Commons, modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin Rose About 3% Tuesday on Russia/Ukraine Optimism

It’s the largest gain in a week for the most popular of cryptos.

By Brian EvansFeb 15, 2022

Bitcoin had its best day since Feb.7, jumping about 3% (TradingView)

Markets

Bitcoin Rally Stalls; Support at $40K, Resistance at $46K

BTC's price jump occurred on low volume, indicating weak buying strength.

By Damanick DantesFeb 15, 2022

Bitcoin daily chart shows support/resistance with RSI on bottom (Damanick Dantes/CoinDesk, TradingView)

Videos

Federal Judge Releases 'Razzlekhan,' Orders Other Bitfinex Hack Laundering Suspect to Remain in Jail

A federal judge has ordered Heather Morgan, one half of the couple accused of laundering 119,754 bitcoins (worth over $5 billion in today’s prices) of a 2016 Bitfinex hack, to remain in federal custody until trial. CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De discusses the latest development in the ongoing Bitfinex saga. Plus, what to expect from the upcoming Senate Banking Committee hearing on stablecoins.

Feb 15, 2022