$BTC Bitcoin (BTC) is the first decentralized cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a blockchain, a secure public ledger maintained by a global network of nodes. Bitcoin allows peer-to-peer transactions without intermediaries, offering transparency, security, and privacy. It has a fixed supply of 21 million coins, making it scarce and deflationary. Transactions are verified through Proof of Work (PoW) mining. BTC is widely used for investment, payments, and as a store of value, often called "digital gold." Its price is highly volatile, influenced by demand, regulations, adoption, and market trends.
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