📝 The Whitepaper (2008)
In October 2008, an unknown individual or group under the name Satoshi Nakamoto published a whitepaper titled “Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System”. The paper proposed a decentralized digital currency that doesn't rely on banks or governments.
💻 The First Bitcoin Block (2009)
On January 3, 2009, the genesis block (Block 0) of the Bitcoin blockchain was mined. This marked the beginning of a new era. The reward for mining the first block was 50 BTC.
🍕 The First Real Transaction (2010)
The first known commercial transaction using Bitcoin happened in May 2010 when 10,000 BTC were used to buy two pizzas. At today’s prices, that would be millions of dollars!
📈 Bitcoin's Growth
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2011–2013: Bitcoin gained popularity among tech enthusiasts and libertarians.
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2017: Bitcoin hit $20,000 for the first time.
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2021: Reached an all-time high of over $68,000.
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Today: Bitcoin is traded globally and recognized by major companies and even some governments.
🏛️ Bitcoin on Wall Street
Major financial institutions like Fidelity, BlackRock, and PayPal now offer Bitcoin-related services. In 2021, the first Bitcoin ETF launched in the U.S., bringing crypto even closer to mainstream finance.
🚀 The Future of Bitcoin
With limited supply (only 21 million coins), Bitcoin is seen by many as digital gold. While volatile, it continues to attract investors looking for alternatives to traditional assets.
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