$BTC Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency that operates on a peer-to-peer network, allowing for secure and transparent transactions without intermediaries. Its value has been highly volatile, influenced by factors like market sentiment, regulatory developments, and global events. With a fixed supply of 21 million coins, Bitcoin's scarcity contributes to its dramatic price changes. Currently, Bitcoin's market capitalization is around $2.05 trillion, with a current price of approximately $103,241.13. Its decentralized nature and limited supply have led many to consider it a store of value or "digital gold" ¹ ².