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.

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Bitcoin Retakes $112K, SOL Hits 7-Month High as Economists Downplay Recession Fears

Major tokens rose as experts downplayed fears of stagflation and recession triggered by downward revision of U.S. jobs.

Автор Omkar Godbole, AI Boost10 сент. 2025 г.

Rising candle chart on monitor screen (Jakub Żerdzicki/Unsplash)

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U.S. Marks Down Payroll Gains by 911K in Largest Benchmark Revision Ever

Bitcoin fell and gold pulled back from a record high after the news hit.

Автор James Van Straten, Stephen Alpher9 сент. 2025 г.

The U.S. government released its latest jobs figures Friday (David McNew/Getty Images)

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easyGroup Launches Bitcoin App for U.S. Retail Investors

The mobile platform is designed to simplify buying bitcoin and gives rewards to everyday users.

Автор Will Canny, AI Boost9 сент. 2025 г.

COIN stock slides. (sergeitokmakov/Pixabay)

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Charles Hoskinson on Cardano’s Greatest Challenge, Why Ethereum Will Fail and His $200M Bet on American Healthcare | CoinDesk Spotlight

Input Output CEO and co-founder Charles Hoskinson sits down with CoinDesk for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of crypto and technology. He explains why he believes Ethereum is a "victim of its own success" and will not survive the next 10-15 years, and the "sleeping giant" of Bitcoin DeFi. Plus, his investments in revolutionizing the American healthcare system and bringing back extinct animals.

9 сент. 2025 г.

Charles Hoskinson on Cardano’s Greatest Challenge, Why Ethereum Will Fail and His $200M Bet on American Healthcare | CoinDesk Spotlight

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Echoes of Summer 2023: Bitcoin’s Volatility Set to Surge

Bitcoin’s implied volatility has compressed to multi-year lows, echoing patterns seen in the summer of 2023 that preceded a sharp October spike.

Автор James Van Straten9 сент. 2025 г.

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BTC and DOGE/BTC Race Towards Bullish Breakout; XRP MACD Turns Bullish

Major cryptocurrencies are flashing bullish price patterns.

Автор Omkar Godbole, AI Boost9 сент. 2025 г.

Trading prices displayed on a monitor screen.

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This $7T Cash Pile Could Fuel the Next Rally in Bitcoin And Altcoins

Total money market fund assets increased by $52.37 billion to $7.26 trillion for the week ended Sept. 3, according to the Investment Company Institute.

Автор Omkar Godbole, AI Boost9 сент. 2025 г.

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Tether CEO Dismisses Suggestions Company Sold Bitcoin to Buy Gold

Paolo Ardoino said Tether, issuer of the world's largest stablecoin USDT, "didn't sell any bitcoin."

Автор Jamie Crawley8 сент. 2025 г.

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Michael Saylor's Strategy Buys Another 1,955 BTC for $217M

MicroStrategy expanded its bitcoin holdings with a $217 million purchase, amid recent investor pushback as the stock slides and its valuation relative to bitcoin weakens.

Автор Oliver Knight8 сент. 2025 г.