Bitcoin (BTC) is a cryptocurrency that first generated its initial block and the first 50 coins in 2009, thanks to an unknown creator or group using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. Since then, BTC has attracted attention as an innovative medium of exchange. In recent years, there has been increased interest in the possibility of Bitcoin evolving into a global payment instrument. In this article, we will examine key aspects that determine Bitcoin's chances for this role.