Bitcoin fundamentals: Everything you need to know in 2025

Henry Fisher
Senior Content Specialist
5 minute read
|27 May 2025

Video summary

Bitcoin is often misunderstood, but it is one of the most important financial innovations of our time. In this video, Henry Fisher, Senior Content Specialist at CMC, offers a clear and balanced overview of Bitcoin. It is ideal for both beginners and those looking to deepen their understanding.

Whether you are a trader, investor or simply curious about how Bitcoin fits into the future of money, this session covers key concepts and practical insights to help you navigate the Bitcoin landscape with confidence.

What you’ll learn

This educational video breaks Bitcoin down into five key sections:

  • What is Bitcoin?
    Bitcoin is a decentralised digital technology that enables people to store and transfer value without relying on banks or central authorities. It is more than just a currency. It is a protocol, a network and a new form of money.

  • What is money?
    To understand Bitcoin, it is essential to first understand the history and function of money. This section explores the evolution of money, from barter and commodity systems to fiat currency and now digital alternatives like Bitcoin.

  • How does Bitcoin work?
    Learn how Bitcoin operates at a high level. This includes blockchain technology, mining, Bitcoin’s fixed supply and the halving mechanism. You will see why Bitcoin is often referred to as digital gold.

  • Misconceptions and risks
    Bitcoin is sometimes labelled as a scam, a bubble or a tool for criminals. This section addresses common myths and also explores genuine risks such as volatility, regulatory uncertainty, complexity and infrastructure vulnerabilities.

  • Bitcoin in the real world
    Discover how Bitcoin is being used around the world. From legal tender in El Salvador to a store of value in countries facing inflation, this section shows Bitcoin’s growing role in finance and its potential to promote financial inclusion.

Why this matters

Bitcoin is not just for tech enthusiasts or short-term traders. It is a rapidly evolving technology that challenges traditional views on value, ownership and financial systems. Understanding Bitcoin gives you the tools to make more informed decisions, whether or not you choose to invest.

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