Bitcoin

Bitcoin is the world’s first decentralized digital currency, created in 2009 by an anonymous figure known as Satoshi Nakamoto. It runs on a peer-to-peer network without the need for banks or central authorities. Transactions are recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain, secured by cryptography and a global network of miners.

What makes Bitcoin unique is its limited supply—only 21 million coins will ever exist—making it often compared to “digital gold.” It is used as both a form of payment and a long-term store of value. In recent years, Bitcoin has gained recognition from institutional investors, governments, and traditional finance as a potential hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty.