Bitcoin (BTC) is the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a decentralized blockchain network, enabling peer-to-peer transactions without the need for intermediaries like banks. Bitcoin’s supply is capped at 21 million coins, making it scarce and often compared to digital gold. Its price is influenced by factors such as market demand, investor sentiment, regulations, and macroeconomic trends. Bitcoin is widely used for investment, payments, and as a hedge against inflation. Over the years, it has played a central role in driving the growth of the entire cryptocurrency market.
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#BTC Hits New ATH
Bitcoin (BTC) is the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a decentralized blockchain network, enabling peer-to-peer transactions without the need for intermediaries like banks. Bitcoin’s supply is capped at 21 million coins, making it scarce and often compared to digital gold. Its price is influenced by factors such as market demand, investor sentiment, regulations, and macroeconomic trends. Bitcoin is widely used for investment, payments, and as a hedge against inflation. Over the years, it has played a central role in driving the growth of the entire cryptocurrency market.