Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency that was first introduced in 2009. Unlike traditional currencies, it is not backed by any government or financial institution, and it operates independently of any central authority. Transactions are recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain, which is maintained by a network of computers around the world. One of the key features of Bitcoin is its limited supply. There will only ever be 21 million Bitcoins in existence, and the rate at which ...