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Bitcoin (BTC)

Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s first and largest cryptocurrency, continues to shape global financial markets. Launched in 2009 by the mysterious Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin offers a decentralized, peer-to-peer alternative to traditional fiat currency. With a fixed supply of 21 million coins, BTC is often referred to as "digital gold" for its scarcity and store-of-value properties.

Its price is influenced by several factors: investor sentiment, macroeconomic trends, regulation, and its halving cycle, which occurs every four years and reduces mining rewards. The latest halving in 2024 has reignited bullish sentiment as reduced supply often precedes price surges.

Institutional adoption is growing, with major firms adding BTC to balance sheets or offering Bitcoin ETFs. Despite its volatility, Bitcoin is increasingly being seen as a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation. However, regulatory uncertainties and scalability issues remain challenges.

Bitcoin's role in the future financial system remains a hot topic in global economic discussions.