$BTC Bitcoin (BTC) is the world’s first decentralized digital currency, launched in 2009 by an anonymous creator known as Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a peer-to-peer network using blockchain technology, which ensures transparency, security, and immutability of transactions. Bitcoin is limited to a maximum supply of 21 million coins, making it a deflationary asset. It is widely regarded as "digital gold" due to its store-of-value properties. Bitcoin can be used for payments, investment, and as a hedge against inflation. Its price is highly volatile, influenced by market demand, regulatory developments, macroeconomic trends, and institutional adoption across the globe.