Here’s a history of Bitcoin (BTC):

2008 – A person or group using the name Satoshi Nakamoto publishes the Bitcoin whitepaper: "Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System."

2009 – Bitcoin network launches. The first block, called the Genesis Block, is mined by Satoshi. First version of Bitcoin software is released.

2010 – First real-world Bitcoin transaction: 10,000 BTC used to buy two pizzas. BTC gains early traction among cryptography and tech communities.

2011 – Bitcoin reaches parity with the US dollar (1 BTC = $1). Other cryptocurrencies like Litecoin begin to emerge.

2013 – BTC hits $1,000 for the first time. Media and public attention increase.

2017 – Bitcoin reaches an all-time high near $20,000. First major bull run. Bitcoin futures trading is introduced.

2020 – Bitcoin becomes a hedge during the COVID-19 pandemic. Institutions begin showing interest.

2021 – BTC hits an all-time high over $60,000. El Salvador adopts Bitcoin as legal tender.

2022–2023 – Market correction and crypto bear market. Major events like the FTX collapse shake the industry.

2024 – Bitcoin shows signs of recovery. Anticipation builds around halving and growing institutional adoption.