$BTC

BTC stands for Bitcoin, which is a type of cryptocurrency. It is a decentralized digital currency that allows people to send and receive transactions over the internet without the need for intermediaries like banks. Bitcoin operates on a peer-to-peer network using blockchain technology, ensuring transparency and security for all transactions.

It was introduced in 2008 by an unknown person or group under the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto and remains the first and most widely recognized cryptocurrency. Bitcoin transactions are recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain, and the system uses cryptographic techniques to secure transactions and control the creation of new units.