How many Bitcoin will ever be created?
Could you please enlighten me on a matter related to Bitcoin? I've heard a lot about the finite nature of Bitcoin, but I'm still a bit hazy on the specifics. Could you please explain to me how many Bitcoin will ever be created? I understand that the supply of Bitcoin is capped at 21 million, but what does that mean in practical terms? Will all 21 million Bitcoins be mined eventually, or is there a limit to the rate at which they can be produced? If so, what determines that limit? I'm also curious about the distribution of these Bitcoins over time. Will they be mined at a consistent rate, or will the rate change over time? Finally, what implications does this finite supply have for the value and future of Bitcoin? Thank you for your time and expertise.