What Is BTC

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Bitcoin is a digital asset and a payment system invented by Satoshi Nakamoto who published a related paper in 2008 and released it as open-source software in 2009. The system featured as peer-to-peer; users can transact directly without an intermediary.

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Bitcoin(BTC)Real-Time Price

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Bitcoin(BTC)Market Data

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Market Cap: --

Fully Diluted Market Cap: --

Circulation Rate: 100.00%

All-Time High: --

All-Time Low: --

Circulating Supply: 19.95M

Total Supply: 19.95M

Initial Release: 2008-11-01

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Predicted Bitcoin (BTC) Price in 2026

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Predicted Bitcoin (BTC) Price in 2031

By 2031, our most recent forecast indicates the price of Bitcoin (BTC) will increase to --, with a price change of -20.66% and a cumulative ROI of approximately +45.04%.

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Q How do I create a Poloniex account and complete KYC verification?

ATo create an account, visit the signup page on our official website or download the Poloniex app (iOS/Android). Click "Sign Up," provide your email or phone number, set a password, and verify via the confirmation link or SMS code. After registration, go to "Settings" > "Security," upload your valid ID documentation, and take a selfie to complete KYC verification. This process usually takes 24-48 hours.

Q What payment methods does Poloniex support for buying Bitcoin (BTC)?

APoloniex supports: 1) Credit/debit cards (Visa/MasterCard) for instant purchases of stablecoins (eg. USDT); 2) P2P trading to buy stablecoins (e.g. USDT) from other users via escrow; 3) Bank transfers (fiat deposits) in USD and other fiat currencies (1-3 business days processing); 4) OTC trading for large transactions exceeding $100,000, with custom quotes.

Q What are the fees for buying BTC with a credit/debit card?

ACredit card payment process fees vary depending on the third-party provider, typically ranging from 0.5% to 1.5%. Poloniex does not store any data of your card. After purchasing USDT with your card, you can immediately trade USDT for BTC in the spot market. Standard spot trading fees (as low as 0.05%) apply to the BTC/USDT trade.

Q How do I start P2P trading? How long does it take to receive USDT?

AVisit the P2P trading page, select a seller's ad (e.g. USDT), create a buy order, and pay the seller directly (bank transfer, PayPal, etc.). Once the seller confirms receipt, the USDT will be released from escrow to your wallet. Settlement usually takes 15 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the payment method and the seller's response time.

Q What are the minimum and maximum amounts for buying BTC?

AMinimum and maximum limits vary depending on the purchase method and your verification level. Credit/debit card purchases typically have a minimum limit of $50, with maximums depending on the providers. Most P2P sellers have a minimum purchase requirement of just $10. Bank transfers usually require a minimum deposit of $100. You can check each page for specific limits before proceeding.

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