Bitcoin (BTC) is a 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 the need for a central authority or bank. Bitcoin transactions are verified by network nodes through cryptography and recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain. With a limited supply of 21 million coins, Bitcoin is often viewed as a store of value and digital gold. It has gained global popularity for its potential to hedge against inflation and enable fast, borderless transactions. Bitcoin's value is highly volatile, driven by demand and market speculation.
Bitcoin operates on a technology called blockchain, a public and transparent digital ledger. Every transaction is verified by network participants (miners) through a process called proof-of-work, which ensures the security and integrity of the network.
