The Buzz About Bitcoin

I have to admit, as I researched Bitcoin for this article, I was tempted to write a piece on its fascinating history, which is full of mysterious identities, white collar crimes, and tales of missing money (Google "Mt. Gox"). But the focus of this article is understanding Bitcoin as a potential investment.What is Bitcoin?Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency, which means it's digitally encrypted for privacy and security. It was invented in 2008, purportedly by Satoshi Nakamoto, whose identity is controver