Are there any estimates on the number of bitcoins in circulation?

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• Dec 20, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Estimating the number of bitcoins in circulation is a complex task. However, there are several methods that experts use to estimate this number. One commonly used method is to analyze the blockchain, which is the public ledger that records all bitcoin transactions. By examining the number of bitcoins that have been mined and the number of bitcoins that have been spent, experts can estimate the number of bitcoins in circulation. Another method is to analyze the trading volume on cryptocurrency exchanges and estimate the number of bitcoins being traded. While these methods are not exact, they provide a good estimate of the number of bitcoins in circulation.
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• Dec 20, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Well, estimating the number of bitcoins in circulation is not an exact science. However, there are some ways to get a rough estimate. One way is to look at the total number of bitcoins that have been mined so far. As of now, around 18.5 million bitcoins have been mined out of the total 21 million that will ever exist. So, you can subtract the number of mined bitcoins from the total to get an estimate of the number in circulation. Another way is to look at the trading volume on cryptocurrency exchanges. By analyzing the volume of bitcoin trades, you can get an idea of how many bitcoins are being actively traded.
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• Dec 20, 2021 · 3 years ago
  According to BYDFi, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, as of now, there are approximately 18.5 million bitcoins in circulation. This number is constantly changing as new bitcoins are mined and old bitcoins are spent. The total number of bitcoins that will ever be created is capped at 21 million, so we are getting closer to the maximum supply. It's important to note that these estimates are not exact and can vary depending on the method used to calculate them. However, they provide a good approximation of the current number of bitcoins in circulation.
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