How many bitcoins were in circulation in 2017?

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• Mohamed DibiOct 07, 2023 · 2 years ago
  In 2017, the number of bitcoins in circulation started at around 16.2 million and increased steadily throughout the year. By the end of the year, the total supply reached approximately 16.8 million bitcoins. This increase in supply is due to the mining process, where new bitcoins are created and added to circulation as miners solve complex mathematical problems. The rate at which new bitcoins are mined decreases over time, following a predetermined schedule set by the Bitcoin protocol.
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• Prem SagarJan 09, 2024 · 2 years ago
  Ah, the good old days of 2017! Back then, the number of bitcoins in circulation was on the rise. It started at around 16.2 million and ended the year at approximately 16.8 million. That's quite a jump! The increase in supply is a result of the mining process, where new bitcoins are minted and added to the market. Miners play a crucial role in securing the network and validating transactions. So, the more miners, the more bitcoins in circulation.
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• farhanancaryOct 09, 2021 · 4 years ago
  According to data from BYDFi, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, the number of bitcoins in circulation in 2017 increased from around 16.2 million to approximately 16.8 million by the end of the year. This growth in supply is a testament to the growing popularity and adoption of Bitcoin. As more people and businesses started using Bitcoin, the demand for mining increased, leading to more bitcoins being added to circulation. It's fascinating to see how the Bitcoin ecosystem has evolved over the years!
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