Bitcoin (BTC) is the first and most famous decentralized digital currency, launched in 2009 by an individual or group using the pseudonym "Satoshi Nakamoto". Bitcoin operates on blockchain technology, which records all transactions transparently and securely. Bitcoin is mined by solving complex mathematical equations using specialized devices, and its maximum supply is 21 million coins. Bitcoin is used as a means of payment and investment, and it has come to be seen as a digital asset similar to gold. It is stored in digital wallets and can be traded on platforms like Binance. Despite its price volatility, Bitcoin remains influential in the cryptocurrency market.