When Was the Last Bitcoin Halving Date and What Happened
- For a complete Bitcoin overview, see our ultimate guide to Bitcoin (BTC) for beginners.
- The last Bitcoin halving occurred on April 19, 2024, cutting block rewards from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC.
- Bitcoin has undergone four halvings since its 2009 launch, with each event reducing mining rewards by 50%.
- The 2024 halving was unique as Bitcoin reached its all-time high of $73,000 before the event due to spot ETF approvals.
- Historical data shows Bitcoin prices rose 384% to 2,824% in the year following previous halvings, though past performance doesn't guarantee future results.
- The next halving is projected for April 2028 at block 1,050,000, when rewards will drop to 1.5625 BTC.
- By 2032, approximately 98% of all Bitcoin will have been mined, with the final coin expected around 2140.
When Was the Last Bitcoin Halving Date
Bitcoin Halving History: When Was the Last Halving
1. First Bitcoin Halving: November 28, 2012
2. Second Bitcoin Halving: July 9, 2016
3. Third Bitcoin Halving: May 11, 2020
4. Fourth Bitcoin Halving: April 19, 2024
How Bitcoin Halving Affects Price and Mining
When Is the Next Bitcoin Halving?
Frequently Asked Questions
Conclusion
- Want to learn more? Read our comprehensive What is Bitcoin (BTC) guide for the full picture.
- When is the next Bitcoin halving? Everything explained.
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