$BTC Bitcoin (BTC) is the world's first and most popular cryptocurrency, launched in 2009 by an anonymous creator known as Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a decentralized blockchain network, allowing peer-to-peer transactions without the need for banks or intermediaries. Bitcoin is often referred to as "digital gold" due to its limited supply of 21 million coins and its store-of-value properties. It has gained global attention as both an investment asset and a financial innovation. Despite market volatility, Bitcoin continues to shape the future of finance, offering a secure, transparent, and borderless method of transferring value across the world.