Bitcoin supply scarcity intensifies: 5.5% of 21 million coins remain
Bitcoin nears its 21 million coin limit
Bitcoin is rapidly approaching its hard cap of 21 million coins, with only 5.5% left to be mined. This dwindling supply reinforces Bitcoin’s scarcity-driven value, strengthening its appeal as a digital store of wealth similar to gold.
The upcoming Bitcoin halving is drawing increased attention from institutional and retail investors alike. This event, which cuts the rate of new BTC issuance in half, has historically been associated with heightened volatility and long-term price appreciation.
With fewer new coins entering circulation and demand continuing to grow, the market is anticipating a potential supply shock that could push Bitcoin’s price even higher.
94.5% of Bitcoin already in circulation, so market participants are closely watching the impact of shrinking supply on price dynamics. Historically, reduced availability has driven demand, making Bitcoin an increasingly attractive store of value.
U.S. crypto reserve proposal adds to market pressure
U.S. crypto reserve plan also increases competition for remaining Bitcoin supply. In January 2025, President Trump signed an executive order titled "Strengthening American Leadership in Digital Financial Technology," which established the Presidential Working Group on Digital Asset Markets.
This group's mandate was to explore the creation of a national digital asset stockpile, initially considering the use of seized cryptocurrencies. The recent announcement specifies that the reserve will include prominent cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Ripple (XRP), Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA).
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This strategic move aims to diversify the nation's digital asset holdings, reflecting a comprehensive approach to embracing various blockchains technologies. The inclusion of these specific cryptocurrencies underscores the administration's intent to support a broad spectrum of digital assets, each offering unique functionalities and use cases within the crypto ecosystem. As of the latest reports, the U.S. government holds 198.1K BTC.
Bitcoin price reacts to supply constraints
According to the latest data, Bitcoin’s price has reached $91,676.47, marking a 5.51% increase over the past day. This surge is paired with a 24-hour trading volume of $50.62 billion, indicating heightened trading activity and positive market sentiment.
While trading volume has dipped 15.22% from the previous day, Bitcoin remains highly liquid, indicating strong investor interest despite short-term fluctuations.
