$BTC

Bitcoin (BTC) is the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by an anonymous person or group under the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a decentralized blockchain network, using a proof-of-work consensus mechanism to validate transactions. Bitcoin is often referred to as "digital gold" due to its limited supply of 21 million coins, making it a hedge against inflation. It is widely used for peer-to-peer transactions, store of value, and investment. Over the years, Bitcoin has gained institutional adoption, influencing global financial markets and sparking the rise of the broader cryptocurrency industry.