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When will all Bitcoin be mined


To ensure the gradual flow of Bitcoins, Satoshi Nakamoto introduced the concept of halving. This mechanism reduces the number of available Bitcoins entering circulation by half every three years and nine months. If the trend continues, it means that almost all 21 million Bitcoins will be mined by the end of 2078.

Will Bitcoin mining ever end?

Bitcoin mining: an overview\n\n So far, over 19 million bitcoins are in existence - with the last one being mined in 2140. Once all 21 million have been mined, there will be no more new Bitcoins created. Miners are rewarded with a certain number of bitcoins for each block they successfully mine.

What year will all bitcoin be mined?

What Happens to Mining Fees When Bitcoin's Supply Limit Is Reached? Bitcoin mining fees will disappear when the Bitcoin supply reaches 21 million. Miners will likely earn income only from transaction processing fees, rather than a combination of block rewards and transaction fees.

What happens to bitcoin after all 21 million are mined?

When all bitcoin have been mined, miner revenue will depend entirely on transaction fees. The price and purchasing power of bitcoin will adjust to the lack of new supply. The scarcity of Bitcoin will make it more attractive to investors and users.