Bitcoin (BTC) is the world’s first and most well-known cryptocurrency. Launched in 2009 by an anonymous entity known as Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin operates on a decentralized network called blockchain. Unlike traditional currencies controlled by central banks, Bitcoin is maintained by a distributed network of miners and nodes, making it immune to government interference or inflation. Its limited supply of 21 million coins adds to its value proposition as "digital gold." Over the years, BTC has gained massive popularity as a store of value and a medium of exchange. Many investors now consider Bitcoin a hedge against economic uncertainty. As adoption grows globally, Bitcoin continues to shape the future of finance and challenge the traditional monetary system.
