$BTC

📅 Bitcoin Launch & Key Milestones

Bitcoin (BTC), the first cryptocurrency, was launched on January 3, 2009 by the mysterious Satoshi Nakamoto. The Genesis Block marked the start of the blockchain era with a message criticizing the banking system.

🔑 Major Highlights:

2009: BTC network goes live; first transaction sent to Hal Finney.

2010: 10,000 BTC used to buy 2 pizzas – the first real-world purchase.

2013: BTC crosses $1,000 for the first time.

2017: Hits $20,000 in a massive bull run.

2021: Reaches an all-time high of ~$69,000.

2024–25: Bitcoin ETFs launch, adoption grows, next halving anticipated.

💡 Why BTC Matters:

Decentralized, scarce (21 million max), and seen as “digital gold.”

Powers the crypto industry and offers an alternative to traditional finance.