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.

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, 8:00 a.m. EDT

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, 5:12 a.m. EDT

Semiconductor manufacturer TSMC did not mention crypto mining in its latest earnings. (Unsplash)

Markets

Whale alert: Someone dumped $1.29 billion of BlackRock's bitcoin ETF in a dark pool trade

The big sale happened amid a broader continued exodus from U.S.-listed spot bitcoin ETFs.

By Omkar GodboleMay 27, 2026, 4:40 a.m. EDT

Markets

Bitcoin vs gold: BTC's three-month uptrend has snapped

BTC's three-month uptrend against gold has broken down amid strong inflows into gold and precious metals ETFs.

By Omkar GodboleMay 27, 2026, 1:45 a.m. EDT

Videos

Hyperliquid takes on Polymarket with native event markets

Hyperliquid is expanding its HIP-4 outcome contracts into real-world events like inflation data and Fed decisions, putting it in direct competition with Polymarket. The key difference: Hyperliquid handles dispute resolution in-house through its validators, rather than relying on an external oracle like Polymarket's UMA. CoinDesk's Sam Ewen hosts "CoinDesk Daily."

May 26, 2026, 5:05 p.m. EDT

Markets

Live markets: bitcoin leads crypto slide even as tech sector closes sharply higher

Oil prices and bond yields opened the week sharply lower following President Trump's weekend announcement of an imminent Middle East agreement.

By Stephen Alpher, Olivier Acuna, Helene Braun, Krisztian SandorMay 26, 2026, 10:43 a.m. EDT

Bitcoin price chart on a screen (Behnam Norouzi/Unsplash)

Markets

Strive acquires 1,109 bitcoin, raising total holdings to 16,500 coins

ASST climbs 133% in three months as Strive grows holdings to 16,500 BTC and explores fresh capital raising options.

By James Van StratenMay 26, 2026, 8:46 a.m. EDT

Strive CEO Matt Cole speaks at BTC Asia in Hong Kong (screenshot)

Markets

Strategy taps cash reserve to retire $1.5 billion in convertible debt

Michael Saylor and team funded the repurchases using cash as it restructures liabilities tied to its BTC treasury strategy.

By James Van StratenMay 26, 2026, 8:19 a.m. EDT

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor standing. (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk))

Markets

Bitcoin demand gauge sinks to worst level since December as spot buying weakens

CryptoQuant’s 30-day apparent demand indicator is negative, signaling that buyers aren’t absorbing the available supply and leaving the market vulnerable.

By Shaurya MalwaMay 26, 2026, 8:03 a.m. EDT