DigiByte is a highly secure and decentralised cryptocurrency that was launched in January 2014 by its founder, Jared Tate. Born from an initial Bitcoin-inspired protocol, DigiByte has evolved uniquely with an emphasis on enhancing security, scalability, and transaction speed. Its blockchain boasts five independent mining algorithms, providing resistance against centralisation and more robust network security. DigiByte has implemented several technological advancements over its lifespan, such as DigiShield and MultiShield for protecting against multi-pool mining dominance and SegWit for enabling faster transactions. With a maximum supply cap of 21 billion coins, DigiByte is designed to be a fast and efficient digital currency that caters to widespread adoption and offers a versatile blockchain for creating digital assets.