$BTC

Bitcoin (BTC) is the world’s first decentralized digital currency, launched in 2009 by an anonymous person or group using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. Built on blockchain technology, Bitcoin operates without a central authority, allowing peer-to-peer transactions verified by network nodes through cryptography. Its limited supply of 21 million coins makes it deflationary and attractive as a hedge against inflation. Bitcoin is widely used as both a store of value and a medium of exchange, with increasing acceptance by businesses and institutions. However, it faces challenges like high volatility and regulatory scrutiny. Despite this, Bitcoin remains the dominant cryptocurrency, sparking the development of thousands of altcoins and a growing crypto economy.