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CoinDesk
CoinDesk Media is the leading independent news and data platform for the global crypto economy, running the largest crypto newsroom and hosting Consensus.
Overview
Leader in cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, blockchain, DeFi, digital finance and Web 3.0 news with analysis, video and live price updates.
General information
Firm type
Media & Events
Year founded
2013
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
New York
Corporate office
New York, NY, United States
Principals
CoinDesk Editorial Team
Journalists
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Does CoinDesk invest in cryptocurrencies or blockchain projects?
No. CoinDesk operates as a media, events, and indices company. It does not invest directly in digital assets or participate in crypto venture funding. Its revenue comes from advertising, subscriptions, and event sales, not from trading or holding cryptocurrencies.
How does CoinDesk source its news?
CoinDesk’s journalists cover markets, policy, and technology through open-source intelligence, leaks, and relationships across the crypto ecosystem. The firm prides itself on editorial independence, with a strict policy against holding crypto positions to avoid conflicts of interest (per CoinDesk editorial ethics).
Is CoinDesk considered a reliable source for crypto data?
Yes. CoinDesk Indices, including the CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index (XBX) and the CoinDesk 20 Index, are widely used as benchmarks by exchanges, funds, and analytics firms. The firm’s news division has won George Polk and Loeb awards for its reporting on FTX.
Does CoinDesk offer investment products?
No. CoinDesk does not launch or manage investment funds. Its indices are licensed to third parties who create investment products, such as ETFs or structured notes, that track digital asset prices. CoinDesk receives licensing fees but does not run those products.
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