$BTC

Bitcoin (BTC) is a decentralized cryptocurrency created in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a peer-to-peer network without intermediaries, using blockchain to record transactions transparently and securely. It is a digital asset designed as a store of value and medium of exchange, with a limited supply of 21 million coins. Its value fluctuates based on supply and demand in global markets. Mining, the process that validates transactions, consumes significant energy. Bitcoin promotes financial freedom, partial anonymity, and resistance to censorship, but faces criticism for volatility, use in illicit activities, and environmental concerns. Its adoption is steadily growing.