$LTC Litecoin (LTC) is a cryptocurrency created in 2011 by Charlie Lee. It's often referred to as the "silver to Bitcoin's gold" because it shares many similarities with Bitcoin but with some key differences.

Litecoin was designed to be a faster and more efficient alternative to Bitcoin, with faster transaction times and lower fees. It also has a larger total supply of 84 million coins compared to Bitcoin's 21 million.

Litecoin has gained popularity as a digital currency for everyday transactions and is accepted by a growing number of merchants and businesses worldwide.