Alpha (First letter of the Greek alphabet)

Alpha is the first letter of the Greek alphabet, symbolized as "Α" (uppercase) and "α" (lowercase). It often signifies the beginning or initial point of a sequence or process in various contexts, such as science, finance, and technology. For example, in finance, "alpha" represents an investment’s performance relative to a benchmark, indicating added value or skill. In science, it can denote the first in a series or the primary element. Its use underscores importance, leadership, or primacy within a structured system or hierarchy.