Bitcoin marks 17 years since the release of its whitepaper by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto on October 31, 2008. The document, titled 'Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System,' laid the foundation for a decentralized digital currency that operates without intermediaries. Since then, Bitcoin has grown from a cryptographic experiment into a global movement, empowering individuals to reclaim financial sovereignty. The first Bitcoin block, mined in January 2009, included a message referencing a Times article about a bank bailout, underscoring Bitcoin's mission to address issues in centralized monetary control. As adoption increases, Bitcoin continues to challenge traditional financial systems, promoting a future where individuals manage their wealth independently of government or institutional influence.