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Bitcoin Halving Explained (Animated) - Why, How, and What it Means

By Whiteboard Crypto

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Summary

Bitcoin's block reward halves approximately every four years (every 210,000 blocks). This animated explainer covers why halving exists, how it controls Bitcoin's supply, and what it means for miners and the broader ecosystem.

Key Concepts

HalvingBlock reward21 million supply capInflation scheduleMiners

Things To Remember

  • Bitcoin's total supply is capped at 21 million BTC.
  • The block reward halves every ~210,000 blocks (roughly every 4 years).
  • Halvings reduce the rate of new Bitcoin entering circulation.
  • The final Bitcoin is estimated to be mined around 2140.

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