Bitcoin (BTC) is a decentralized cryptocurrency launched in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto, a mysterious figure (or group). It’s purely digital, divisible to 8 decimal places (satoshis). Fun fact: The first real-world BTC purchase was two pizzas for 10,000 BTC—learn more at Bitcoin.org.
XLM Information
Stellar (XLM) is a cryptocurrency launched in 2014 by Jed McCaleb (co-founder of Ripple). It focuses on fast, cheap cross-border payments, aiming to connect banks and individuals. Its mascot? A rocket-powered star—see it at Stellar.org.
Did you know? (BTC)
Bitcoin’s smallest unit, a satoshi, is named after its mystery creator.
Did you know? (XLM)
XLM’s smallest unit is a ‘lumen’—because it’s out of this world!