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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Bad News for Crypto? Bad News for Everyone?

The U.S. dollar is the biggest bet in the world right now. What does that mean for Bitcoin and crypto? Dollar milkshake theory and where it leaves crypto is the focus of this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

29 sep 2022

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Strike CEO on Recent Bitcoin Turbulence

Jack Mallers, CEO and founder of Chicago-based bitcoin payment provider Strike, discusses why the current market environment is not hurting bitcoin’s (BTC) opportunity as a store of value, saying it “doesn’t matter.”

29 sep 2022

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Jack Mallers on El Salvador’s Bitcoin Experiment

September marks the one-year anniversary of El Salvador adopting bitcoin (BTC) as legal tender. Jack Mallers, the Chicago-based company executive known for helping El Salvador adopt bitcoin, reflects on the milestone.

29 sep 2022

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First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Pushes for $20K Again as Investors Return to Risky Assets

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Sept. 29, 2022.

Door Lyllah Ledesma, Omkar Godbole29 sep 2022

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Worried About a Financial Crisis? Enter – Self Custody.

Placing bitcoin in cold storage won't prevent losses, but it can eliminate counterparty risk.

Door Isaiah Douglass29 sep 2022

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Surging Bitcoin-Sterling Trading Volume Points to Hedging Demand for Crypto, or Does It?

There's a debate whether rising BTC/GBP trading volume represents hedging demand for the cryptocurrency or speculative interest.

Door Omkar Godbole29 sep 2022

Bitcoin-sterling trading volumes are surging as the British pound slides. (Robfoto/Pixabay)

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First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Holds Strong Over $19K; Why Is the Dollar Dominating?

The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has weathered severe macroeconomic uncertainty in recent weeks to maintain its current threshold,

Door James Rubin29 sep 2022

Bitcoin and other cryptos have proven resilient in recent weeks. (Getty Images)

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Is Bitcoin an Inflation Hedge? Investors Are Still Unsure

BTC has risen about 6% over the past week amid growing macroeconomic uncertainty.

Door Jocelyn Yang28 sep 2022

Bitcoin's price chart shows a slight rebound on Wednesday. (CoinDesk)

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Market Wrap: Bitcoin Reverses Course Again, Trades Toward 20-Day Moving Average

Digital asset markets are navigating a challenging environment of high inflation, inverse correlations to the U.S. dollar, increasing interest rates and higher consumer debt.

Door Glenn Williams Jr., Jocelyn Yang28 sep 2022

The 10 spot bitcoin ETFs on Monday experienced their first net inflows in a week (Jim Wilson/Unsplash)

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Kraken's Incoming CEO on Jesse Powell's Departure, IPO Plans and Crypto Winter

Dave Ripley joined CoinDesk TV’s “The Hash” to discuss the future of the crypto exchange amid a leadership change.

Door Fran Velasquez28 sep 2022

Dave Ripley joined CoinDesk TV’s “The Hash” to discuss the future of the crypto exchange, possible talks of an IPO and whether he’s a bitcoin maximalist. (CoinDesk TV)

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