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 and Stock Markets Demonstrate Stronger Positive Price Correlation Amid Inflation Fear

The closing price of the U.S. stock indexes, alongside bitcoin and ether over seven days, reveals the bearish reaction to rising inflation. The 90-day correlation between bitcoin and the S&P 500 has increased from around zero in June to about 0.3% now, representing a slightly positive price relationship. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

11 nov 2021

Podcasts

Why Yesterday Was One of the Most Illuminating Days in Bitcoin’s History

Door Nathaniel Whittemore11 nov 2021

Video's

Bitwise Withdraws Bitcoin Futures ETF Filing, Citing Cost, Complexity

Bitwise Asset Management has withdrawn the application for its Bitcoin futures ETF, citing what it said are the cost and complexity of such ETFs. The company will instead focus its efforts on its spot bitcoin ETF filing already in the pipeline. "The Hash" squad discusses the story and what it reveals about the pros and cons of investing in ETFs.

11 nov 2021

Markten

Bitcoin Could Find Support at $56K-$60K

Upside momentum is starting to slow, especially given recent overbought signals on the charts.

Door Damanick Dantes11 nov 2021

Bitcoin daily price chart (Damanick Dantes/CoinDesk, TradingView)

Financiën

Investing in Bitcoin Directly May Be Better Bet Than Coinbase: Mizuho

The crypto exchange could face industry headwinds amid the wider adoption of cryptocurrency, Mizuho told clients.

Door Michael Bellusci11 nov 2021

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Bitcoin Retreats From All-Time High, Ether Follows

Bitcoin is down 5% in the last 24 hours after peaking at an all-time high of around $68,950 Wednesday. Ether also reached an all-time high Wednesday, hitting $4,851, but is down a little over 2% on the day. Rich Rosenblum, co-founder and president of GSR Markets, discusses the potential factors driving lower prices.

11 nov 2021

Podcasts

Crypto News Roundup for Nov. 11, 2021

Door Adrian Blust, Adam B. Levine11 nov 2021

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

Markten

Bitcoin Jumps to New All-Time High as Inflation Spikes to 6.2% in October

Bond traders are increasing their bets on faster inflation after the U.S. consumer price index jumped 6.2% in the 12 months through October, the highest rate in three decades. Still “transitory?”

Door Omkar Godbole10 nov 2021