This seminar report by Sanjay Kumar provides an in-depth introduction to cryptocurrency, focusing on its definition, properties, and history, with an emphasis on Bitcoin and its broader implications. It discusses the structure and function of cryptocurrencies, including mining, public ledgers, and the advantages and disadvantages associated with their use. The report concludes that cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin, represent a significant shift in financial systems, offering unique transactional properties and the potential for new economic applications.