Bitcoin (BTC) is the first decentralized cryptocurrency. It operates on its own blockchain, secured and run by a vast global network of participants. Unlike traditional fiat currency, Bitcoin is not controlled by any government or financial institution. Transactions are verified through cryptography and recorded in a public distributed ledger called the **Bitcoin blockchain**. This transparent database allows for borderless trading and fractional transactions. Satoshi Nakamoto introduced Bitcoin to the public in 2009, and it has since become the most well-known cryptocurrency worldwide¹³. 🌟🚀

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