$BTC

Bitcoin is the first and most valuable cryptocurrency, launched in 2009 by the pseudonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a decentralized, peer-to-peer blockchain network that enables secure, transparent transactions without intermediaries. With a capped supply of 21 million coins, Bitcoin is often seen as a hedge against inflation and digital gold. Its price is influenced by factors like market sentiment, institutional adoption, regulatory developments, and macroeconomic conditions. Bitcoin has evolved from a digital currency for transactions to a store of value and speculative investment, playing a central role in the broader crypto ecosystem.