$BTC

$BTC, or Bitcoin, is the world’s first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a decentralized blockchain network, enabling peer-to-peer transactions without the need for intermediaries like banks. Bitcoin is often referred to as "digital gold" due to its limited supply of 21 million coins, making it a popular store of value. It has sparked a global financial revolution, influencing the creation of thousands of cryptocurrencies. Widely used for trading, investing, and as a hedge against inflation, $BTC remains the leading crypto asset by market capitalization and mainstream adoption.