Discover Bitcoin
Learn what Bitcoin is, why it’s valuable, and how it works as a tool for financial security.
What Is Bitcoin?
Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency created in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto. Unlike dollars, it’s not controlled by any government or bank. Its supply is capped at 21 million coins, making it resistant to inflation.
Why It’s Valuable
Bitcoin’s fixed supply contrasts with fiat currencies, which can be printed endlessly. Communities like Witsand, South Africa, use it for transactions, valuing its independence and security. While volatile (e.g., 20% drop in Q1 2025), it’s seen as a hedge against currency devaluation.
Bitcoin in Action
See how Witsand, South Africa, adopted Bitcoin as a currency, building confidence in a decentralized system.
How It Works
Bitcoin operates on a blockchain, a public ledger recording all transactions. Miners verify transactions using computational power, earning new coins. You can buy fractions of a Bitcoin (satoshis) and store them in a digital wallet.
