Bitcoin's Fourth Halving Event

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Added on April 20, 2024

Summary

Bitcoin's fourth halving occurred in April 2024, reducing the block reward from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC and further decreasing the rate of new Bitcoin creation.

Resources

https://www.blockchain.com/charts/halving
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/guides/bitcoin-halving-explained
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2024/04/20/bitcoin-halving-2024/

Discussion Questions

How does the halving affect Bitcoin's monetary policy?
What historical patterns have followed previous halvings?
How might reduced block rewards impact miner profitability?
What role do transaction fees play in securing the network post-halving?

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