Bitcoin, the pioneering cryptocurrency, was launched in 2009 by an anonymous entity known as Satoshi Nakamoto. Operating on a robust blockchain, Bitcoin ensures security and transparency. With a limited supply of 21 million coins, this digital currency is designed to be deflationary. Interestingly, over 18 million Bitcoin have already been mined. The first real-world transaction was in May 2010, when 10,000 BTC purchased two pizzas—making those pizzas extraordinarily valuable in today’s market! Learn more about Bitcoin’s captivating journey in the crypto world.