$BTC Bitcoin (BTC) is the first decentralized digital currency, launched in 2009 by the mysterious creator Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a peer-to-peer network using blockchain technology, which ensures transparency and security without the need for a central authority. BTC is mined through a process called proof-of-work, where powerful computers solve complex algorithms. As a limited asset with a cap of 21 million coins, Bitcoin is often viewed as a hedge against inflation. Over time, it has gained widespread adoption, influencing global finance and sparking the rise of thousands of other cryptocurrencies. #Bitcoin continues to shape the future of money.