Bitcoin halving is the programmed event occurring roughly every 4 years (every 210,000 blocks) that cuts the block reward in half — controlling Bitcoin's supply growth toward the 21M cap. Past halvings: 2009 (50 BTC reward), 2012 (25), 2016 (12.5), 2020 (6.25), 2024 (3.125). Next halving: April 2028 (1.5625 BTC). Historical pattern: halvings have preceded major bull markets within 12-18 months, but past performance doesn't guarantee future results. Halvings reduce miner revenue, forcing efficiency improvements and consolidation. The diminishing supply against potentially growing demand is the core 'digital gold' thesis for Bitcoin.
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August 22, 2026 · Aditya Gupta
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