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When Was Bitcoin Founded? Key Dates Explained

Bitcoin is usually dated to two milestones: the 2008 white paper and the January 2009 genesis block that started the network.

What Is a Bitcoin Fork? Hard vs Soft Forks

A Bitcoin fork is a split in rules or chain history. Learn the difference between hard forks, soft forks, and temporary forks.

What Is Flash Bitcoin? How to Tell What It Really Means

Flash Bitcoin usually is not Bitcoin itself and not the Lightning Network. Check whether it is a token, wrapped asset, or just a marketing name.

When Was the First Bitcoin Mined?

The first bitcoin traces back to the genesis block in January 2009. Here’s what that means, how mining works, and what joining looks like today.

What Was the First Bitcoin Transaction?

The first Bitcoin transaction usually means the earliest on-chain BTC transfer after launch, not the genesis block and not the first real-world purchase.

When Was the First Bitcoin Transaction?

The first Bitcoin transaction depends on what you mean: the earliest on-chain transfer or the first real-world purchase. This guide explains the timeline.

When Bitcoin First Got a Market Price

Bitcoin did not get a single official first price at one moment. Its market price emerged after the network launched and people began to trade it.

How Much Was Bitcoin Worth When It Started?

Bitcoin did not begin with one clear market price. This guide explains the early timeline and how Bitcoin price discovery actually began.