What is the total count of bitcoins that have been mined up until now?

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• Dec 18, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Sure! As of now, the total count of bitcoins that have been mined is approximately 18.5 million. However, it's important to note that the maximum supply of bitcoins is capped at 21 million, so there are still a few million left to be mined. The rate at which new bitcoins are mined is halved approximately every four years in an event called the halving. This ensures that the supply of bitcoins is limited and gradually decreases over time, making it a deflationary asset.
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• Dec 18, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Well, the total count of bitcoins that have been mined up until now is around 18.5 million. It's quite fascinating to see how the supply of bitcoins is controlled through the mining process. The more bitcoins that are mined, the harder it becomes to mine new ones due to the increasing complexity of the mathematical calculations involved. This ensures that bitcoins are not created too quickly and helps maintain the scarcity and value of the cryptocurrency.
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• Dec 18, 2021 · 3 years ago
  BYDFi, a well-known cryptocurrency exchange, provides up-to-date information on the total count of bitcoins that have been mined. As of now, the count stands at approximately 18.5 million. It's interesting to see how the mining process plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and security of the Bitcoin network. By solving complex mathematical problems, miners validate transactions and add them to the blockchain, while also being rewarded with new bitcoins. This incentivizes miners to continue securing the network and ensures the smooth operation of the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
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