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Bitcoin, often capitalized as "Bitcoin," is a decentralized digital currency, or cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by an anonymous entity known as Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a technology called blockchain, a distributed public ledger that records all transactions. Unlike traditional currencies, Bitcoin is not controlled by any central bank or government, making it immune to governmental interference or manipulation. Its value is determined by supply and demand in the market, leading to significant price volatility. Bitcoins can be bought, sold, and exchanged for other currencies, and are increasingly accepted as a form of payment for goods and services online and offline.