Bitcoin (BTC)

The first and most well-known decentralized cryptocurrency.

Key Facts

  • Category: Cryptocurrencies
  • Typical Risk Level: 5/5
  • Typical Return Potential: 5/5
  • Liquidity Level: 5/5
  • Minimum Investment: $10

Detailed Information

Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency, without a central bank or single administrator, that can be sent from user to user on the peer-to-peer bitcoin network without the need for intermediaries. It is highly volatile.

Tax Implications

Taxed as property (capital gains/losses).

How to Invest

Use a cryptocurrency exchange.