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Bitcoin (BTC)

Bitcoin is the first cryptocurrency, launched in 2009. It runs on a public ledger kept by thousands of computers, has a fixed supply of 21 million coins, and lets anyone send value without a bank.

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Bitcoin is still the largest crypto asset by market value, so its moves set the mood for the whole market.

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Bitcoin (BTC)

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