$BTC Bitcoin ($BTC) is the world's first decentralized digital currency, revolutionizing the financial system by offering a peer-to-peer network without intermediaries. Launched in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin operates on blockchain technology, ensuring transparency, security, and immutability. It has gained widespread adoption as a store of value, often referred to as "digital gold," due to its limited supply of 21 million coins. Bitcoin's price is highly volatile, influenced by market demand, regulatory developments, and macroeconomic factors. With increasing institutional adoption and integration into mainstream finance, Bitcoin continues to shape the future of decentralized finance (DeFi) and global transactions.