Bitcoin is a universal virtual currency created in 2009, a very different currency from the one found on the forex market. It is an autonomous monetary system that does not require banks to process transactions.
Initially used only by geeks, it gradually spread all over the world.
Since its creation the value of Bitcoin has increased significantly (+628% since last year), allowing many people to make a profit. This remains an advantage even if the bitcoin can lose its value quickly.
For the time being, it is taking advantage of a legal vagueness that leaves room for a lot of innovation and speculation. State reactions are divided between regulation, control or banishment. Bitcoin is recognized as a piece of furniture with legal value. This is an important element to follow in the evolution of Bitcoin.