How many Bitcoins are left to be discovered?

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• Dec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
  The total supply of Bitcoins is capped at 21 million. As of now, approximately 18.5 million Bitcoins have been mined, leaving around 2.5 million Bitcoins yet to be discovered. The rate at which new Bitcoins are mined decreases over time due to the halving event that occurs every four years. This means that the remaining Bitcoins will be mined at a slower pace, making them more scarce and potentially increasing their value in the future.
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• Dec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Hey there! So, here's the deal. There are currently around 2.5 million Bitcoins left to be discovered. You see, the total supply of Bitcoins is limited to 21 million, and we're getting closer to that number every day. The process of mining Bitcoins involves solving complex mathematical problems, and as more Bitcoins are mined, the difficulty of these problems increases. This is why the rate of Bitcoin mining slows down over time. So, to answer your question, there are still some Bitcoins out there waiting to be discovered, but it's getting harder and harder to find them!
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• Dec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
  According to the latest data, there are approximately 2.5 million Bitcoins left to be discovered. This number is constantly changing as new Bitcoins are mined and added to the circulating supply. The process of mining Bitcoins involves using powerful computers to solve complex mathematical problems, and as more Bitcoins are mined, the difficulty of these problems increases. This ensures that new Bitcoins are not discovered too quickly and helps to maintain the scarcity of the digital currency. So, while there are still some Bitcoins left to be discovered, it's important to note that the rate of discovery is slowing down over time.
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