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Bitcoin's founder is generally known as Satoshi Nakamoto, the name on the 2008 white paper and the creator tied to the 2009 genesis block.

Bitcoin future refers to bitcoin’s long-term outlook, not just futures contracts. Its path depends on adoption, regulation, security, and demand.

Bitcoins do not suddenly run out. Supply is capped at 21 million, and new issuance slows over time through halving and mining rewards.

Bitcoin mining means using computing power to compete for the right to add blocks, confirm transactions, and earn rewards under network rules.

How was Bitcoin created? It began with Satoshi Nakamoto’s 2008 design, launched in 2009, and new coins have been issued through mining since then.

When all bitcoins are mined, the network does not stop. Miners shift from block rewards to transaction fees, making fee demand more important.

How much bitcoin left to mine depends on the 21 million cap and halvings. Here’s how issuance works and why mining keeps getting harder.

How is bitcoin mined? Miners use computing power in a record-keeping race to add blocks and earn block rewards plus fees.