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.

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Markets

Bitcoin Whale Holdings Reach 2021 High Amid Inflation Fears

The renewed buying amid rising inflation expectations across the globe suggests investment is the primary use case for bitcoin.

By Omkar GodboleNov 3, 2021

Tech

Carbon Offsets Are a Distraction for Crypto

Companies like BitMEX shouldn’t follow the corporate trend in buying these financial assets and build renewables instead.

By Daniel KuhnNov 2, 2021

Podcasts

Getting Ahead in Crypto Education, With Amber McLeod

By Tyrone RossNov 2, 2021

PlannerDAO, the DAO Built for and by Financial Advisers

Finance

Miami Mayor Suarez to Take Next Paycheck in Bitcoin

Francis Suarez, who is up for re-election Tuesday, seemed ready to use Strike’s dollar-to-bitcoin conversion service.

By Danny NelsonNov 2, 2021

Finance

OLB Group Surges 90% After Saying It’s Ready for Mastercard Bitcoin Payments

The move comes as payment firms seek to integrate cryptocurrency into their offerings for merchants.

By Michael BellusciNov 2, 2021

Mastercard Acquires Blockchain Analytics Firm CipherTrace

Finance

Bitcoin Mining Profits Remain at ‘Near Highs’ as Crypto Miners Rally

Crypto mining stocks are surging as bitcoin mining hashrate falls, helping to keep profit margins elevated.

By Aoyon AshrafNov 2, 2021

Policy

Kleiman v. Wright: Bitcoin’s Trial of the Century Kicks Off in Miami

At the center of the case: the potential ownership of 1.1 million BTC.

By Cheyenne LigonNov 2, 2021

Craig Wright arrives at federal court in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Friday, June 28, 2019. (Saul Martinez/Bloomberg via Getty Image)

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rangebound as Traders Expect Strong November

Some analysts expect a slight pullback ahead of a seasonally strong period for crypto prices.

By Damanick Dantes, Helene BraunNov 1, 2021

Finance

Bitfarms Hits Record High Hashrate in October and Forecasts Additional Growth

The Canadian miner expects to expand its bitcoin mining power by 11% in November, after achieving 1.8 EH/s in October.

By Aoyon AshrafNov 1, 2021

Canadian Bitcoin Miner Bitfarms Will Soon Be Listed on the Nasdaq

Finance

NFL Star Aaron Rodgers Gives Ringing Endorsement of Bitcoin

The Green Bay Packers quarterback will be taking a part of his salary in bitcoin and is also giving away $1 million of the crypto as part of a promotion with payments provider Square.

By Nelson WangNov 1, 2021