$BTC Bitcoin (BTC) is the first decentralized digital currency, launched in 2009, and is considered the cornerstone of the crypto market. It relies on blockchain technology and is used as a store of value and a globally recognized means of payment. In contrast, meme coins like Dogecoin and Shiba Inu emerged for entertainment or satire, often gaining their popularity from social media and community support. Bitcoin is considered a long-term investment due to its scarcity, security, and reliability, while meme coins are characterized by high volatility and greater risks. Nevertheless, some of them have achieved massive profits in short periods, but without the same economic or technical foundations that BTC is based on.