What is BitTorrent [New] (BTT)?

BitTorrent [New] (BTT)

  • Official Website: bittorrent.com
  • Definition: BitTorrent is a decentralized file-sharing protocol, and BTT is its native cryptocurrency used for incentivizing file sharing.
  • Category: Blockchain, Utility, Token.
  • What It Is: A platform for decentralized file sharing and content distribution.
  • Function: Enables users to share files and earn BTT tokens in return.
  • Analogy: Think of BitTorrent as a digital library. You can borrow and lend files, and get rewarded for sharing.
  • Pros: Decentralized, strong use case for file sharing, large user base.
  • Cons: Centralization concerns, competition from other file-sharing platforms.
  • Controversies: Criticism of tokenomics, regulatory risks.

This page was last updated on January 28, 2025.