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Let's talk about Bitcoin (BTC), the pioneering cryptocurrency.

What is Bitcoin?

Bitcoin (BTC) is a decentralized digital currency, meaning it operates without a central bank or single administrator. It was invented in 2008 by an unknown entity using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto and launched in 2009.

Key characteristics of Bitcoin:

* Decentralized: Transactions are verified by a network of computers (miners) rather than a central authority, recorded on a public distributed ledger called a blockchain.