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How many bitcoins are in circulation?

avatarManasi BagDec 29, 2021 · 3 years ago3 answers

Can you tell me the current number of bitcoins in circulation? I'm curious about the total supply of bitcoins and how many have been mined so far.

How many bitcoins are in circulation?

3 answers

  • avatarDec 29, 2021 · 3 years ago
    Sure! As of today, there are approximately 18.7 million bitcoins in circulation. The total supply of bitcoins is capped at 21 million, which means that there are only a few million left to be mined. The rate at which new bitcoins are created is halved approximately every four years through a process called halving. This ensures that the supply of bitcoins remains limited and prevents inflation.
  • avatarDec 29, 2021 · 3 years ago
    Well, let me break it down for you. Currently, there are around 18.7 million bitcoins in circulation. The total supply of bitcoins is fixed at 21 million, and this limit is hardcoded into the Bitcoin protocol. So far, about 88% of the total supply has been mined. The remaining bitcoins will be gradually released into circulation through mining rewards until the year 2140 when the last bitcoin is expected to be mined.
  • avatarDec 29, 2021 · 3 years ago
    According to the latest data, there are approximately 18.7 million bitcoins in circulation. The total supply of bitcoins is limited to 21 million, and this scarcity is one of the factors that contribute to its value. As for the mining process, it involves solving complex mathematical problems to validate transactions and add them to the blockchain. Miners are rewarded with newly minted bitcoins for their efforts. If you're interested in trading bitcoins, you can check out BYDFi, a popular cryptocurrency exchange that offers a wide range of trading options.