How often does Bitcoin's halving event occur?

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• Cline GodfreyAug 04, 2023 · 2 years ago
  The halving event in the Bitcoin network occurs approximately every four years. It is a mechanism designed to control the supply of new Bitcoins entering circulation. When the halving event occurs, the block reward for miners is cut in half, reducing the rate at which new Bitcoins are created. This helps maintain scarcity and prevent inflation in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
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• harrybacchusJun 13, 2020 · 5 years ago
  Bitcoin's halving event happens roughly every four years. It's like a built-in feature that keeps the supply of new Bitcoins in check. By reducing the block reward, the halving event slows down the rate at which new Bitcoins are generated. This event is eagerly anticipated by the Bitcoin community as it has historically led to significant price increases.
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• Fahima FahimMay 03, 2024 · a year ago
  The halving event in the Bitcoin network occurs every four years, or more specifically, after every 210,000 blocks are mined. This event is programmed into the Bitcoin protocol and is an important part of its monetary policy. It helps ensure that the supply of new Bitcoins is limited, which can have an impact on its price and overall market dynamics. The most recent halving event took place in May 2020, and the next one is expected to occur in 2024.
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