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.

Videos

Australia Looks to Regulate Crypto

Australia’s Senate Select Committee delivers report on fintech regulation. CoinUnited sees enthusiastic response to Bitcoin ATMs in Hong Kong. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”

Oct 22, 2021

Markets

CME Takes Over as Largest Bitcoin Futures Exchange as BITO Pushes Limits

Exchanges enforce positions limits to keep a single entity from establishing unilateral control over the market.

By Omkar GodboleOct 22, 2021

Bitcoin futures exchange rankings by open interest (Skew)

Markets

Bitcoin Bull Market Has Plenty of Steam Left, Indicators Suggest

While the bitcoin market valuations may not be cheap, they do not appear overstretched either.

By Omkar GodboleOct 22, 2021

Markets

Bitcoin’s Inflation Narrative More Compelling Than ETF Fever, JPM Says

The Wall Street bank is trying to pinpoint the fuel behind bitcoin’s latest rally.

By Michael BellusciOct 21, 2021

Podcasts

Is Crypto Really a Threat to Financial Stability?

By Dan Ilett, Anna Baydakova, Danny Nelson, Benjamin Schiller, Danny BradburyOct 21, 2021

Videos

Total Crypto Market Cap Surpassed $2.7T For the First Time

Amid bitcoin's rally to a new all-time high Wednesday just under $67,000, the market capitalization for all cryptocurrencies has pushed to a new record of $2.7 trillion. What does that mean for crypto and finance? "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

Oct 21, 2021

Videos

Bitcoin Tumbles in Quick Retreat From All-Time High

Joe DiPasquale, CEO of crypto hedge fund BitBull Capital, discusses what to make of bitcoin's biggest price pullback in almost a month in a sharp retreat just a day after reaching a new all-time high price near $67,000. Plus, his views on buying opportunities to watch, bitcoin futures ETFs, areas of investment interest for BitBull, and price predictions.

Oct 21, 2021

Videos

Apifiny Debuts Instant Transfers for Institutional Crypto Traders

Digital asset marketplace Apifiny is debuting instant transfers of funds for institutional crypto traders Thursday between different crypto exchanges. CEO Haohan Xu discusses insights into the launch, end of year forecast for bitcoin’s price, and advice for investing in bitcoin futures ETFs amid volatility.

Oct 21, 2021

Markets