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 Bounces to 200-Day Moving Average Ahead of US CPI Data as China’s Evergrande Warns of Default

Report is likely to show U.S. inflation continued to run hot in August.

By Omkar GodboleSep 14, 2021

Videos

‘Massive Opportunity’ for Bitcoin Ahead?

Bitcoin is stabilizing as short-term momentum improves following last week’s massive sell-off. Anastasia Amoroso, Managing Director and Chief Investment Strategist at iCapital Network, discusses her analysis and outlook for bitcoin’s next move, explaining where she sees “massive opportunity” in the future.

Sep 14, 2021

Tech

Paxful Integrates Lightning Network for Bitcoin Transactions

The service will be available for transactions between individuals and to pay for goods and services.

By Andrés EnglerSep 14, 2021

Markets

Bitcoin Stabilizes; Faces Resistance at $48K-$50K

Upside appears limited as bitcoin consolidates near support.

By Damanick DantesSep 14, 2021

Bitcoin four-hour price chart (CoinDesk, TradingView)

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Whipsaws on Fake News, Investors Flow Into Solana Funds

Bitcoin traded in a choppy range on a fake press release about a Walmart partnership with Litecoin.

By Damanick DantesSep 13, 2021

Videos

Is Bitcoin's Immediate Bullish Outlook Weakening?

According to Coinbase Institutional, bitcoin's immediate bullish outlook has weakened. Courtesy of last week's slide, the cryptocurrency could consolidate between $44,000 and $48,000 for the time being. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

Sep 13, 2021

Videos

Thomas Lee: 'Bitcoin Can Easily Get to $100K Before Year End'

Thomas Lee, a managing partner for Fundstrat Global Advisors, discusses his bullish outlook for bitcoin as he maintains it could "easily get to $100,000 before year end." Plus, his insights into the potential impact of the Fed's policy on the crypto markets, broad institutional exposure in digital assets, El Salvador's Bitcoin Law, regulation fears, and bitcoin as the world's reserve currency.

Sep 13, 2021

Videos

Kevin O’Leary: US Regulators Unlikely to Approve Bitcoin ETF; Excited About NFTs, DeFi

“Shark Tank” star, entrepreneur, and O’Shares chairman Kevin O’Leary joins “All About Bitcoin” live from the 2021 SALT Conference in New York to discuss why he’s “more excited about NFTs than anything else.”

Sep 13, 2021

Finance