#BinanceMegadropSolv
**Bitcoin (BTC)** is the first decentralized cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by an unknown person or group using the pseudonym **Satoshi Nakamoto**. It operates on a **peer-to-peer blockchain network** that records transactions publicly and securely without needing a central authority.
Key features include:
- **Limited supply**: Only 21 million bitcoins can ever be mined.
- **Decentralization**: Operates without government or institutional control.
- **Security**: Transactions are secured using cryptographic techniques.
- **Volatility**: Its value is highly speculative and can fluctuate significantly.
Bitcoin is used for investments, payments, and as a store of value often referred to as "digital gold."