$BTC **Bitcoin (BTC)** is the first decentralized cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by the pseudonymous **Satoshi Nakamoto**. It operates on a **peer-to-peer network**, using blockchain technology to ensure secure, transparent transactions without intermediaries. Bitcoin’s supply is capped at **21 million coins**, making it a deflationary asset. New BTC is issued through **mining**, where miners solve complex puzzles to validate transactions. Known as **"digital gold,"** Bitcoin is widely used for investments, remittances, and as a hedge against inflation. Its price is highly volatile, influenced by demand, regulation, and macroeconomic trends. Major exchanges like **Binance and Coinbase** facilitate BTC trading globally.