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.

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Colombian Fintech Movii Raises $15M in Series B Round

Movii said that it was targeting some of the funding to develop a bitcoin purchasing service.

작성자 Andrés Engler2021년 10월 8일

Hernando Rubio, CEO and co-founder of Colombian fintech company Movii.

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Venezuela’s New Digital Bolivar Isn’t Digital, and It Won’t Solve the Country’s Economic Crisis

In view of the hyperinflation in the Latin American country, the government decided to remove six zeros from the currency and issue a new bolivar. For a third time.

작성자 Andrés Engler2021년 10월 7일

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Highlights From CoinDesk’s Bitcoin for Advisors 2021

Notable keynote speakers including Ric Edelman, Michael Kitces, Michael Sonnenshein, Tyrone Ross, Dani Fava and many more offered their perspectives on all things bitcoin for financial professionals.

작성자 Stephanie Izquieta2021년 10월 7일

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Market Wrap: Analysts Bullish on Bitcoin as Trading Volume Rises

Historically, bitcoin produces positive returns in the fourth quarter, underpinning bullish price estimates.

작성자 Damanick Dantes, Tracy Wang2021년 10월 7일

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How Advisors Can Add Value to Clients With Crypto

Being a crypto-competent advisor can help to differentiate yourself from other financial professionals and add value to your client relationships and practice.

작성자 Ryan Firth2021년 10월 7일