Bitcoin

Bitcoin is the pioneer of blockchains and cryptocurrencies, introduced in a white paper released in 2008 by an apparently pseudonymous person or group of people known as Satoshi Nakamoto. The document described a peer-to-peer method of transferring money without the use of financial institutions. The cryptocurrency known as bitcoin or BTC debuted in 2009. Transactions are recorded on a public ledger (a blockchain) by entities known as miners who engage in process called proof-of-work. Miners are rewarded for doing that by getting newly minted bitcoin. Some proponents view BTC as an alternative to fiat currencies and a hedge against inflation. Bitcoin has inspired the creation of numerous other cryptocurrencies and blockchain projects.

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Markets

US Consumer Price Index for September Could Provide Push for Bitcoin to Break Out of Its Recent Range

The world’s largest cryptocurrency has been trading in a range between $18,000-$22,400 since the start of September.

The latest inflation data, excluding volatile food and energy prices, is due Thursday. (Kinga Krzeminska/Getty Images)

Markets

Bitcoin Clings to $19K as Traders Place Bets Ahead of Key Inflation Data

BTC stabilized around $19,100 as stocks gained ahead of the release of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data.

El gráfico de datos de precios muestra que BTC se aferró a US$19.100 el miércoles. (CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin and Beyond: The Future of Cryptocurrency Investing

Experts weigh in on the future of crypto as currency ahead of CoinDesk's I.D.E.A.S. conference.

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Markets

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Due for Big Move, Solana's TVL Tanks After Mango Exploit

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

(Midjourney/CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin Technical Indicator Signals Big Moves With Some Traders Getting Ready to 'Sell Volatility'

Options look pricier, one expert said, adding now is the time to sell volatility.

Los traders de bitcoin pronto tendrán lo que más les gusta: volatilidad de mercado.

Markets

First Mover Asia: Will Bitcoin Remain in the Doldrums? Signals Are Mixed; Major Cryptos Are Mostly Flat

Analytics platform CryptoQuant believes this week's Consumer Price Index will move markets; bitcoin continues its recent holding pattern on Tuesday.

Bitcoin's price has been in the doldrums. (Pixabay)

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Remains in a Quiet Place Ahead of FOMC Minutes

The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization continues in a tight range, a little over $19,000.

Tuesday was a quiet day for BTC trading. (Kristina Flour/Unsplash)

Finance

South African Non-Profit Bitcoin Ekasi Opens Education Center

The center will educate residents of Mossel Bay on bitcoin, finance and other subjects.

The new Bitcoin Ekasi Center has launched in South Africa. (Bitcoin Ekasi)

Videos

Bitcoin Holding Steady Amid Heightened Market Volatility

Bitcoin (BTC) is holding remarkably steady amid heightened volatility in nearly every traditional market asset, including U.S. government bonds, which are widely regarded as the safest, according to the American Economic Review. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

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Markets

Bitcoin Recovers $19K Though Inflation Fears Haunt Market

The largest cryptocurrency's price had slipped earlier Tuesday to its lowest in almost two weeks, but the market recovered as U.S. stocks rebounded.

(Midjourney/CoinDesk)

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