Bitcoin ($BTC ) is the first decentralized digital currency, created in 2009 by an anonymous person or group known as Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a peer-to-peer network without a central authority or intermediary, using blockchain technology to ensure security and transparency. Bitcoin transactions are verified through miners using computational power, making the network highly secure. Its supply is limited to 21 million coins, which creates scarcity and potential value. Bitcoin is often seen as a store of value, digital gold, and a hedge against inflation, attracting both retail and institutional investors. It has a significant impact on the cryptocurrency market