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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Crypto Markets Pressure Continues as Terra Proposes a Fix for UST Slide

Автор George Kaloudis, William Foxley, Zack Seward, Jennifer Sanasie12 мая 2022 г.

Terraform Labs CEO Do Kwon’s History Behind Another Failed Stablecoin

Рынки

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stabilizes as Altcoins Underperform; Expect More Volatility

Analysts expect greater price swings because of macroeconomic risks and ongoing stablecoin woes.

Автор Damanick Dantes12 мая 2022 г.

Финансы

Bill Miller Sold Some of His Bitcoin to Meet Margin Calls

The longtime bitcoin bull remains so, reminding that he has held the crypto through three 80% drawdowns.

Автор Stephen Alpher12 мая 2022 г.

Bill Miller, chairman and chief investment officer of Legg Mason Inc., speaks at the Morningstar Investment Conference in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., on Friday, June 25, 2010. Miller said the U.S. stock market, which has dropped 12 percent from its April high on concerns Europe's debt crisis may spread, will rise after the region's banks complete stress tests. Photographer: Tim Boyle/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Обучение

What Are BIPs and Why Do They Matter?

Since Bitcoin doesn't have centralized leadership, Bitcoin Improvement Proposals are essential for the community to discuss and approve any upgrades.

Автор Krisztian Sandor12 мая 2022 г.

Bitcoin Improvement Proposals are like software updates to the network. (Unsplash, modified by CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin Holding Support Above $27K; Resistance at $35K-$40K

BTC is oversold and could see a short-term relief bounce.

Автор Damanick Dantes12 мая 2022 г.

Bitcoin's daily chart shows support/resistance with RSI on the bottom. (Damanick Dantes/CoinDesk, TradingView)

Видео

Terra’s LUNA Sacrifice; Australian Crypto ETFs Launch

Terra sacrifices LUNA to save UST peg. Crypto market tumbles in response to inflation data and Terra fiasco. Australia’s first Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs go live. South Korea hopes to institutionalize crypto by 2024. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”

12 мая 2022 г.

Финансы

Brazil’s Largest Brokerage, XP, Set to Launch Crypto Trading Feature

Built on Nasdaq's trading technology, the platform will allow users to buy bitcoin and ether.

Автор Rodrigo Tolotti12 мая 2022 г.

Sao Paulo, Brazil (Bruno Thethe/Unsplash)

Политика

Global Crypto Regulatory Body Is Coming Soon, Says Top Official

A joint body to coordinate efforts at regulating crypto at the global level could become a reality in the next year, according to IOSCO chair Ashley Alder.

Автор Sandali Handagama12 мая 2022 г.

Финансы

First Mover Americas: BTC Drops to 2020 Levels of $25K; Tether Loses $1 Peg

The latest moves in crypto markets in context for May 12, 2022.

Автор Lyllah Ledesma, Sam Reynolds, Parikshit Mishra12 мая 2022 г.

Финансы

Australian Crypto ETF Listings Kick Off With Low Volumes Amid Crypto Correction

Investors opted for a cautious approach during intense volatility on the opening day of three crypto funds.

Автор Oliver Knight12 мая 2022 г.

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