$BTC

(Bitcoin) is the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created by an anonymous person or group known as Satoshi Nakamoto in 2009. It operates on a decentralized, peer-to-peer network using blockchain technology, allowing secure and transparent transactions without the need for intermediaries like banks. With a fixed supply of 21 million coins, BTC is often seen as "digital gold" and a hedge against inflation. It is widely used for investment, trading, and as a store of value. Bitcoin has sparked a global financial revolution, influencing the development of thousands of other cryptocurrencies and the rise of decentralized finance (DeFi).