$BTC Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency created in 2009 by an anonymous entity known as Satoshi Nakamoto. It allows peer-to-peer transactions without a central authority, using blockchain technology to maintain a secure, public ledger. Bitcoin is generated through a process called mining, where powerful computers solve complex mathematical problems. With a limited supply of 21 million coins, Bitcoin is often compared to digital gold. It’s widely used for investment, trading, and as a store of value. Its price is highly volatile, influenced by market demand, regulation, media, and adoption. Bitcoin has inspired thousands of other cryptocurrencies and blockchain innovations