$BTC Bitcoin (BTC) is the world’s first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by an anonymous person or group known as Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a decentralized blockchain network, allowing peer-to-peer transactions without intermediaries like banks. Bitcoin is often viewed as digital gold due to its limited supply of 21 million coins and its use as a store of value. It is secured by a process called mining, where powerful computers validate transactions. BTC has become a global financial asset, influencing markets and investment strategies worldwide. Its price fluctuates based on demand, adoption, regulations, and macroeconomic trends.