Are there any estimates on the current total number of bitcoins?

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• Lucy Ciara Herud-ThomassenJan 20, 2022 · 4 years ago
  Estimating the current total number of bitcoins is not an exact science, but we can make some educated guesses based on available data. As of now, there are approximately 18.7 million bitcoins in circulation. This number is constantly changing as new bitcoins are mined and existing ones are transacted. It's important to note that the maximum supply of bitcoins is capped at 21 million, so we are getting closer to reaching that limit. However, it's difficult to predict when exactly we will reach the maximum supply due to various factors such as mining difficulty adjustments and transaction volumes.
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• Timofey YakovlevMar 24, 2021 · 4 years ago
  Well, estimating the total number of bitcoins is like trying to count the stars in the sky. It's a constantly moving target, but we can give it a shot. According to the latest data, there are around 18.7 million bitcoins in circulation. That means there are roughly 2.3 million bitcoins left to be mined. Once all 21 million bitcoins are mined, that's it, no more new bitcoins will ever be created. So, we're getting closer to the finish line, but it's still a long way to go.
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• Lyng WeaverJan 05, 2021 · 5 years ago
  According to BYDFi, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, the current total number of bitcoins in circulation is estimated to be around 18.7 million. This number is based on data from various sources and is constantly updated as new information becomes available. It's worth noting that the maximum supply of bitcoins is fixed at 21 million, and we are gradually approaching that limit. However, it's important to keep in mind that estimating the exact number of bitcoins is not an exact science and can vary slightly depending on the methodology used.
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• ozanerdenOct 30, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Estimating the current total number of bitcoins is like trying to catch a unicorn. It's a tricky task, but we can give it a shot. As of now, there are approximately 18.7 million bitcoins in circulation. That means there are only about 2.3 million bitcoins left to be mined. Once we reach the maximum supply of 21 million, that's it, game over. So, we're getting closer to the end, but there's still some excitement left in the bitcoin mining world.
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• BulatSep 11, 2024 · a year ago
  The current total number of bitcoins in circulation is estimated to be around 18.7 million. This number is constantly changing as new bitcoins are mined and existing ones are transacted. It's important to note that the maximum supply of bitcoins is fixed at 21 million, and we are gradually approaching that limit. However, it's difficult to predict exactly when we will reach the maximum supply due to various factors such as mining difficulty adjustments and market demand. So, while we can make estimates, it's important to take them with a grain of salt.
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