$BTC Bitcoin (BTC) is the world’s first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by an anonymous person or group known as Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a decentralized, peer-to-peer network using blockchain technology, which records transactions transparently and securely. Unlike traditional currencies, Bitcoin is not controlled by any central authority, making it resistant to censorship and inflation. It has a limited supply of 21 million coins, which adds to its value over time. Widely used as a store of value and investment asset, Bitcoin has become a symbol of financial innovation and independence in the digital age.