When was Monero launched?

Monero (XMR) was officially launched on April 18, 2014. It emerged as a fork of the Bytecoin cryptocurrency, with the aim of addressing privacy and scalability issues observed in other cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. Since its launch, Monero has gained popularity for its strong emphasis on privacy, security, and fungibility, attracting users who prioritize anonymity and censorship resistance in their transactions.