$BTC
BTC is the abbreviation for Bitcoin, the first and most important cryptocurrency created. Here is a brief summary:
What is Bitcoin (BTC)?
Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency created in 2009 by an anonymous entity known as Satoshi Nakamoto. It was designed as an alternative payment system that does not rely on central banks or governments. It works thanks to blockchain technology, a public ledger where all transactions are recorded securely and transparently.
Key features of Bitcoin:
- Limited supply: Only 21 million BTC will ever exist, giving it scarcity characteristics similar to gold.
- Decentralization: It is not controlled by any government or institution.
- *Security: It uses advanced cryptography and mining to validate transactions.
- Global transfers: It allows you to send money anywhere in the world without intermediaries.