Bitcoin is the first decentralized digital currency launched in 2009 by a person or group known as "Satoshi Nakamoto". It relies on blockchain technology that allows transactions to be recorded in a secure and transparent manner without the need for a central intermediary. Bitcoin is produced through a process known as mining, and its total supply is limited to 21 million coins, which makes it scarce and increases its value over time. Bitcoin is used as a means of payment, an investment tool, and a store of value, and it is viewed as digital gold. Its popularity is increasing globally as trust in digital currencies grows and the financial infrastructure associated with it evolves.
