Bitcoin BTC #1

$67,971.00

-0.34%1h +2.09%24h -3.62%7d +4.21%30d

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24H Range$66,038.00 — $68,286.00

$66,038.00$68,286.00

All-Time Range$67.81 — $126,080.00

ATL $67.81
Jul 06, 2013ATH $126,080.00
Oct 06, 2025

Market Cap

$1.36T

Rank #1

24H Volume

$56.77B

Circulating Supply

20,009,746

BTC

Max Supply

21,000,000

All-Time High

$126,080.00

Oct 06, 2025

All-Time Low

$67.81

Jul 06, 2013

From ATH

-46.09%

vs ATH

Vol / Mkt Cap

4.17%

Liquidity

Price Performance

-0.34%

24H

+2.09%

-3.62%

30D

+4.21%

-17.66%

ATH

-46.09%

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About Bitcoin (BTC)

Bitcoin (BTC) is the world's first decentralized digital currency, created in 2009 by an anonymous developer known as Satoshi Nakamoto. It operates on a peer-to-peer network without any central authority, bank, or government. Bitcoin uses blockchain technology — a distributed public ledger — to record every transaction ever made. With a fixed maximum supply of 21 million coins, Bitcoin is often referred to as "digital gold" due to its scarcity and store-of-value properties. It remains the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization and the most widely recognized digital asset globally.

How Bitcoin Works

Bitcoin transactions are verified by network nodes through cryptography and recorded on the blockchain. Miners compete to solve complex mathematical puzzles to add new blocks — a process called Proof of Work (PoW). Every 4 years approximately, a "halving" event cuts the block reward in half, reducing new Bitcoin supply and historically driving price appreciation. The Bitcoin network has never been hacked or shut down since its inception.

What Makes Bitcoin Unique

First and most trusted cryptocurrency with 15+ years of uptime
Absolutely scarce — only 21 million BTC will ever exist
Decentralized — no single point of control or failure
Accepted by major companies including Tesla, Microsoft, and PayPal
Legal tender in El Salvador and Central African Republic

Bitcoin today: Current price is $67,971.00 (+2.09% in 24H) with a market cap of $1.36T — ranked #1 globally.

✅ Bitcoin Pros

Most liquid and widely accepted crypto asset
Strong institutional adoption (ETFs, corporate treasury)
Proven 15-year track record
Fixed supply creates deflationary pressure
Available on every major exchange worldwide

❌ Bitcoin Cons

Slow transaction speed (~7 transactions per second)
High energy consumption due to Proof of Work mining
Price volatility can be extreme
Not ideal for small daily transactions (high fees during congestion)

How to Buy Bitcoin (BTC)

You can buy Bitcoin on major exchanges like Coinbase, Binance, Kraken, or WazirX (India). Create an account, complete KYC verification, deposit INR or USD, and purchase BTC. For long-term holding, transfer your Bitcoin to a hardware wallet like Ledger or Trezor for maximum security. Never leave large amounts on an exchange.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Bitcoin

What is Bitcoin and how does it work? +

Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency that enables peer-to-peer transactions without banks. It uses blockchain technology and Proof of Work consensus. Every transaction is permanently recorded on a public ledger, making it transparent and tamper-proof.

Is Bitcoin a good investment in 2025? +

Bitcoin has historically outperformed most traditional assets over 4+ year holding periods. With growing institutional adoption, Bitcoin ETF approvals, and its fixed 21M supply, many investors treat it as a long-term store of value. However, short-term volatility is high — always invest only what you can afford to lose.

How many Bitcoins are left to mine? +

Out of the maximum 21 million BTC, over 19.7 million have already been mined. Roughly 1.3 million BTC remain to be mined, with the last Bitcoin expected around the year 2140 due to the halving schedule.

What is Bitcoin halving? +

Bitcoin halving is an event that occurs every ~4 years (every 210,000 blocks) where the mining reward is cut in half. This reduces new Bitcoin supply entering the market. Past halvings in 2012, 2016, 2020, and 2024 have historically been followed by significant price increases.

How do I store Bitcoin safely? +

For maximum security, store Bitcoin in a hardware wallet (cold storage) like Ledger Nano X or Trezor Model T. For smaller amounts, reputable software wallets like Exodus or Trust Wallet work well. Never share your seed phrase with anyone.

What is the difference between Bitcoin and Ethereum? +

Bitcoin is primarily a store of value and digital currency with a fixed 21M supply. Ethereum is a programmable blockchain that supports smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). Bitcoin focuses on security and scarcity; Ethereum focuses on utility and programmability.