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 Climbs Above $47K as Stocks Fall and Investors Eye Inflation

Reduced probability of a regulatory clampdown on crypto markets seems to be cushioning bitcoin from the instability of traditional markets.

By Omkar GodboleOct 1, 2021

Markets

Market Wrap: Cryptocurrencies Rally as Short Sellers Exit Positions

The upturn comes despite regulatory risks.

By Damanick Dantes, Tracy WangOct 1, 2021

Videos

BTC Dominance Declining Since 2019

A sneak peak at one of the charts in CoinDesk’s Q3 crypto markets analysis report reveals bitcoin’s dominance, the measure of BTC market capitalization, compared to the market cap of all digital assets has consistently waned year over year since 2019. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

Oct 1, 2021

Videos

Will Bitcoin's Bull Run Continue Next Week?

Bitcoin is up 9.13% on the day as institutions outside the U.S. have reportedly turned more bullish, but will the rally continue? CoinDesk's Christie Harkin discusses what to expect next week, as the SEC has also delayed its decision to approve four bitcoin ETF applications.

Oct 1, 2021

Videos

Crypto Community Continues Reacting to China’s Sweeping Crypto Ban

With continuing fallout from China, CoinDesk’s Christie Harkin reviews the week’s events out of China that potentially impacted the price of bitcoin and the wider crypto market.

Oct 1, 2021

Markets

‘Coinbase Premium’ Indicates Whales on Binance May Be Behind Bitcoin’s Rally

Institutions outside the U.S. have turned more bullish, according to trading data.

By Muyao ShenOct 1, 2021

Videos

Bitcoin in Afghanistan

As Afghanistan plunges into financial turmoil following last month’s Taliban takeover, the appeal of cryptocurrency is rising. According to an August Chainalysis report, the country ranked 20th in the world for crypto adoption.

Oct 1, 2021

Videos

Are Terrorist Groups Using Cryptocurrency in Afghanistan?

What role will crypto play in Afghanistan’s future? Alex Zerden, founder of Capitol Peak Strategies and former Treasury Dept. attache to the U.S. embassy in Kabul, takes us inside Afghanistan’s financial underground as the government takeover by the Taliban raises questions about the potential use of crypto by terrorists.

Oct 1, 2021

Podcasts