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**Bitcoin (BTC): Digital Gold and Decentralized Money**
Bitcoin (BTC) is the first and most valuable cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto. It functions as:
1. **Digital Money** – Enables peer-to-peer transactions without banks, offering fast, borderless payments with low fees.
2. **Store of Value** – With a capped supply of 21 million coins, BTC is often called "digital gold," acting as a hedge against inflation.
3. **Decentralized Asset** – Operates on a blockchain secured by miners, making it censorship-resistant and transparent.
BTC also serves as a base currency in crypto trading and a gateway to decentralized finance (DeFi). Its scarcity, security, and adoption continue to drive its role as a revolutionary financial asset.
