$BTC Bitcoin (BTC) is a decentralized digital currency that operates without a central authority, relying on blockchain technology to verify and record transactions. Created in 2009 by an unknown person or group under the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin was designed to offer a peer-to-peer alternative to traditional financial systems. It has a capped supply of 21 million coins, making it deflationary by nature. Bitcoin is often seen as both a store of value—frequently referred to as “digital gold”—and a medium of exchange. Its price is highly volatile, influenced by market demand, investor sentiment, regulation, and technological advancements. Over the years, Bitcoin has gained increasing mainstream attention, with institutions and individuals alike investing in it as part of a diversified financial portfolio. #BTC