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Bitcoin (BTC) is a decentralized digital currency that operates without a central authority or government. It was created by an anonymous person or group under the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008. Bitcoin transactions are verified by network nodes through cryptography and recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain. It enables peer-to-peer transactions, allowing users to send and receive payments globally. BTC has gained popularity as an investment asset and as a store of value, often referred to as "digital gold." Bitcoin’s volatility and its potential to disrupt traditional finance make it a significant financial innovation.