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Bitcoin (BTC) is a decentralized digital currency enabling peer-to-peer transactions without intermediaries. Created in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto, it operates on a public ledger called the blockchain. Key features include:
- Decentralized and limited supply (21 million)
- Secure transactions through cryptography
- Transparent public ledger
Bitcoin is used as a store of value, for online purchases, and as a speculative investment. It's the most valuable cryptocurrency, with a significant market cap. Bitcoin's decentralized nature and limited supply make it attractive to investors and users seeking financial freedom and security in digital transactions. Its value can be highly volatile.