$BTC

*$BTC* is the symbol for *Bitcoin*, which is the first and largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.

Here’s a quick summary:

- *Creation*: Launched in 2009 by a person or group known as Satoshi Nakamoto.

- *Goal*: To provide a decentralized digital payment system without the need for intermediaries like banks.

- *Limited supply*: The maximum supply is only 21 million Bitcoins.

- *Usage*: Used as an investment asset, a means of payment, and a store of value.

- *Volatility*: Its price fluctuates significantly and is influenced by supply and demand, as well as economic and political news.