$BTC Bitcoin (BTC) is the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created by Satoshi Nakamoto in 2009. It operates on a decentralized blockchain, enabling peer-to-peer transactions without intermediaries like banks. Bitcoin’s fixed supply of 21 million coins makes it a hedge against inflation for some investors. It's widely adopted as both a store of value and a medium of exchange. Bitcoin is supported by a robust network of miners and a growing number of institutional investors. For current news and analytics, reputable sources include CoinDesk and Glassnode. BTC continues to shape the future of finance globally