Bitcoin is the first and largest cryptocurrency, launched in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto. Its price is set continuously on global exchanges and is driven by supply (capped at 21 million coins, with issuance halving roughly every four years), spot and ETF demand, macro conditions like interest rates and the U.S. dollar, and overall market risk appetite. Because it trades 24/7 with no central authority, the Bitcoin price can move sharply at any hour. The figure on this page is the live USD spot rate Coinvertor reads from the same feed that powers the app.

Bitcoin price FAQ

How is the Bitcoin price determined?

It is the real-time weighted spot price across major exchanges where buyers and sellers trade BTC for US dollars. No single authority sets it; it reflects live order-book activity.

Why does the Bitcoin price change so fast?

Bitcoin trades 24/7 worldwide. Liquidity, news, ETF flows, and large orders can move the price within seconds, so the number you see updates continuously.

Can I convert Bitcoin to other currencies in Coinvertor?

Yes. Coinvertor converts BTC to US dollars, euros, and 500+ other crypto and fiat currencies in real time, free, on iOS, Android, and Chrome.

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