$BTC BTC is the symbol used to represent Bitcoin, the world's first and most popular decentralized digital currency. Launched in 2009 by an individual (or group) known as Satoshi Nakamoto, it operates on blockchain technology, which ensures transparency and security without the need for intermediaries such as banks. Bitcoin revolutionizes the world of finance, providing a global means of exchange free from government control. Many consider it "digital gold" due to its scarcity and potential as a store of value. Its price fluctuates based on supply and demand, and it has become a symbol of financial freedom and technological innovation.