$BTC

Bitcoin (BTC) is the world’s first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by an anonymous figure 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 limited to 21 million coins, making it a scarce digital asset often compared to gold. It’s used for investment, payments, and as a hedge against inflation. BTC's price is highly volatile but has gained massive institutional and global acceptance over time. It represents a shift toward decentralized finance and digital store-of-value in the evolving global financial system.