Video - Unraveling the Mystery of Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency
- Bitcoin was created in 2009 by an anonymous person (or group of people) using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. - Bitcoin has a limited supply cap of 21 million coins, making it a deflationary asset. - Transactions in the Bitcoin network are recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain, providing transparency and security. - Bitcoin's price has been extremely volatile, with massive price fluctuations occurring within short periods of time. - Bitcoin is often referred to as "digital gold" due to its scarcity and potential to act as a store of value. - There are thousands of other cryptocurrencies besides Bitcoin, known as altcoins, each with their own unique features and use cases. - Cryptocurrencies can be stored in digital wallets and traded on various online exchanges. - The technology behind cryptocurrencies, known as blockchain, has applications beyond just digital currencies, including supply chain management, voting systems, and more. - Cryptocurrency transactions can be made anonymously, providing a level of privacy not typically found in traditional financial systems. - Governments around the world are still trying to figure out how to regulate cryptocurrencies, leading to uncertainty and debates about their future.