$BTC

Bitcoin (BTC) is a decentralized digital currency that operates on a peer-to-peer network. It was created in 2008 by an unknown entity using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. BTC uses blockchain technology to enable secure, transparent, and immutable transactions. As the first cryptocurrency, it has gained global recognition and is often regarded as "digital gold" due to its store of value properties. BTC operates without a central authority, and transactions are verified by network nodes through cryptography. Bitcoin's value is highly volatile, with fluctuations driven by market demand, investor sentiment, and macroeconomic factors.