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 pinned below $73,000 despite potential U.S.-Iran deal news

U.S. stocks and bonds, and the oil market are reacting positively to yet another purported peace agreement, but crypto markets remain under heavy pressure.

By Krisztian Sandor, Helene Braun2 hours ago

Donald Trump points at the audience during a press conference at the White House.

Markets

'Debasement trade’ falls out of favor as inflation fears cool, JPMorgan says

Investors are abandoning bitcoin and gold, perhaps sensing a coming end to Middle East hostilities.

By Helene Braun, Will Canny, AI Boost3 hours ago

Markets

What's next as hot money cycle has gone from crypto to gold to AI to memory

As bitcoin and gold momentum fades, investor flows are increasingly rotating into AI infrastructure, semiconductor and memory-related equities.

By James Van Straten3 hours ago

BTC, Gold, NVIDIA, SNDK, MU (TradingView)

Markets

Bitcoin’s famous CME gaps are about to disappear, though three remain unresolved

The launch of round-the-clock bitcoin futures trading eliminates the long-standing CME weekend gap and marks another step toward fully integrated institutional crypto markets.

By James Van Straten, Oliver Knight6 hours ago

Markets

Bitcoin could be heading much lower, fund manager warns as $150 billion Treasury operation nears

Fund manager Michael Kramer says a $150 billion liquidity drain from upcoming U.S. Treasury operations could push bitcoin sharply lower.

By Omkar Godbole12 hours ago

U.S. Department of the Treasury headquarters in Washington (Jesse Hamilton/CoinDesk)

Markets

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Live markets: bitcoin slides to new monthly low below $75,000 on report of strikes against Iran

Memory chip stocks are attracting capital and attention, with crypto markets settling into apathy.

By Stephen Alpher, James Van Straten, Helene Braun, Krisztian SandorMay 27, 2026

Tech

Kraken unveils Bitcoin Vault, expanding yield push for BTC holders

The new earn product lets users generate BTC-denominated rewards through DeFi strategies while keeping exposure to bitcoin’s price.

By Will CannyMay 27, 2026

Payward and Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi. (CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin drops to 13th largest asset as capital flees to AI and precious metals

Bitcoin’s weak 2026 performance has coincided with sharp gains in metals and semiconductor giants, raising concerns that the cryptocurrency could continue losing ground.

By James Van StratenMay 27, 2026