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Bitcoin is a digital cryptocurrency that was invented in 2008 by a person (or group of people) using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. It was officially launched in 2009 as open-source software.

Some key points about Bitcoin:

Decentralization: Bitcoin is not controlled by any government or financial institution. Transactions occur directly between users over a peer-to-peer (P2P) network.

Blockchain Technology: Every Bitcoin transaction is recorded in a public ledger (blockchain), making forgery or manipulation nearly impossible.

Limited Supply: The total number of Bitcoins that can be mined is only 21 million coins, adding an element of scarcity.

Mining: This is the process of verifying transactions and adding them to the blockchain, with miners receiving Bitcoin as a reward.

Price Volatility: Bitcoin is known for its significant price volatility, making it a high-risk investment tool but with a potentially high return.