Bitcoin whitepaper published
Bitcoin whitepaper published represents an important stage in the development and adoption of Bitcoin and its ecosystem.
CRYPTOCURRENCY PROFILE · BTC
Bitcoin (BTC)
The first decentralized cryptocurrency, introduced through the Bitcoin whitepaper in 2008 and launched in January 2009.
ABOUT THE DIGITAL ASSET
What is Bitcoin?
The first decentralized cryptocurrency, introduced through the Bitcoin whitepaper in 2008 and launched in January 2009.
Bitcoin has its own network design, development history and ecosystem. To understand this asset, it is important to look at its technology, purpose, governance, security model and the applications built around it — rather than considering price movements alone.
Research reminder: Project features and network details can change over time. Refer to official documentation and independent sources for current technical information.
FROM ORIGIN TO TODAY
Bitcoin History & Milestones
Explore selected milestones in the evolution of Bitcoin.
Genesis Block mined; Bitcoin network begins
Genesis Block mined; Bitcoin network begins represents an important stage in the development and adoption of Bitcoin and its ecosystem.
First widely known commercial purchase using BTC
First widely known commercial purchase using BTC represents an important stage in the development and adoption of Bitcoin and its ecosystem.
SegWit upgrade activates
SegWit upgrade activates represents an important stage in the development and adoption of Bitcoin and its ecosystem.
El Salvador adopts Bitcoin as legal tender
El Salvador adopts Bitcoin as legal tender represents an important stage in the development and adoption of Bitcoin and its ecosystem.
US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded products begin trading
US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded products begin trading represents an important stage in the development and adoption of Bitcoin and its ecosystem.
Disclaimer: Historical milestones do not predict future performance. Cryptocurrency involves market, technology, custody, liquidity and regulatory risks. This page is for educational purposes only and is not financial or investment advice.