Cryptocurrency Q&A
How much bitcoin is permanently lost?
How much bitcoin is permanently lost?
Michele
Thu Nov 28 2024
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I want to know how much Bitcoin has been permanently lost. I'm curious about the total amount of bitcoin that can no longer be accessed due to various reasons like lost private keys or forgotten wallets.
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Raffaele
Sat Nov 30 2024
A recent report by Unchained Capital, a reputable Bitcoin financial services company, has revealed startling figures regarding lost bitcoins.
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Caterina
Sat Nov 30 2024
According to the report, an estimated 3.8 million bitcoins have been lost. This figure represents a significant portion of the total number of bitcoins in circulation.
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StormGalaxy
Sat Nov 30 2024
Currently, there are approximately 19.8 million bitcoins in existence. This number is expected to increase as more bitcoins are mined.
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Silvia
Sat Nov 30 2024
However, the maximum supply of bitcoins is capped at 21 million. This means that the number of bitcoins that can ever be created is limited.
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Carlo
Fri Nov 29 2024
The loss of 3.8 million bitcoins highlights the importance of secure storage solutions for cryptocurrency. Without proper safeguards, investors risk losing their digital assets.
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