$BTC BTC (Bitcoin) is the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by an anonymous person or group using the name Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a decentralized network using blockchain technology, which records all transactions transparently and securely.
Key Features of BTC:
Decentralized – No central authority controls it.
Limited Supply – Only 21 million BTC will ever exist.
Secure & Transparent – Uses cryptography and blockchain for security.
Store of Value – Often called "digital gold" due to its scarcity.
Peer-to-Peer Transactions – Allows users to send money globally without intermediaries.
BTC is widely used for investments, payments, and remittances, and it influences the entire crypto market.