#BitcoinPolicyShift Bitcoin (BTC) is a decentralized digital currency created in 2009 by an anonymous person or group using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on blockchain technology, a secure and transparent public ledger that records all transactions. Unlike traditional currencies, Bitcoin is not controlled by any government or central authority. It is mined through a process called proof-of-work, where powerful computers solve complex mathematical problems. Bitcoin is widely used for online transactions, investments, and as a store of value. Its price is highly volatile, influenced by demand, supply, and market sentiment. Many consider Bitcoin the future of digital finance.