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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Gold Tests Key Resistance Level That Could Signal the Next Bullish Phase

Bitcoin is now just 7% of gold’s total market value as it nears a $2 trillion market cap.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostOct 17, 2025

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Bitcoin Hits Most Oversold Level Against Gold in 3 Years as BTC Risks Falling Below $100K

The BTC/Gold ratio looks most oversold since November 2022, according to the RSI indicator.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostOct 17, 2025

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Record Surplus in September Highlights U.S. Fiscal Momentum as Bitcoin Struggles

While bitcoin hovers near $105,000, stronger government revenues and a record September surplus point to improving fiscal conditions.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostOct 17, 2025

Jamieson Lee Greer, U.S. Trade Representative sits with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ( CC by 4.0/Reuters/Modified by CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin Loses $106K as Bullish Crypto Bets Rack up $800M in Liquidations

Bitcoin accounted for roughly $344 million in losses, followed by Ether at $201 million, and Solana (SOL) at $97 million.

By Shaurya MalwaOct 17, 2025

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Bitcoin Drops Below $107K, XRP, ADA Down 17% on Week as Traders Await Risk-Taking Mode

The tone in risk markets soured again overnight as traders rotated back to stablecoins, avoiding bitcoin and smaller tokens ahead of key Federal Reserve and geopolitical catalysts.

By Shaurya MalwaOct 17, 2025