The global crypto market is approaching a historic moment. After more than 17 years of mining and network growth, Bitcoin is about to cross one of the most symbolic thresholds in its history: 20 million BTC in circulation. That milestone represents more than 95% of the total 21 million supply that will ever exist. As of March 8, 2026, the Bitcoin network sits just a few blocks away from this landmark. The circulating supply is already around 19,999,559 BTC, and the blockchain is approaching block height 940,000, where the next coins will push the total supply past the 20 million
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