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Why Bitcoin's Supply Limit Makes It So Unique

One of the most fascinating aspects of Bitcoin (BTC) is its fixed supply. Unlike traditional fiat currencies, which governments can print endlessly, Bitcoin has a hard cap of 21 million coins. This limit is coded into the blockchain and cannot be changed without consensus from the entire network. As of now, over 19.7 million BTC have already been mined, leaving fewer than 2 million to be released gradually over the next 100+ years.

This scarcity gives Bitcoin a “digital gold” status. Just like gold is valuable because it's rare and hard to extract, Bitcoin’s limited supply and increasing demand make it a powerful hedge against inflation. As more institutional investors and countries show interest in BTC, this built-in scarcity could make each coin significantly more valuable over time. It’s not just a currency — it’s a revolutionary way to store value.