BusinessJuly 4, 2026
halving
/ˈhævɪŋ/
Definition
A recurring event in the Bitcoin network where the reward given to miners for successfully verifying transactions is reduced by 50%.
Etymology
Derived from the Old English word 'healf', meaning 'one of two equal parts'. It evolved through the verb 'halve', referring to the process of dividing something into two equal pieces.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe the economic pressure on Bitcoin miners, who must adapt their business models as the supply of newly minted Bitcoin decreases over time. It is central to the debate about whether the Bitcoin network will remain secure as these mining rewards continue to shrink.
Crypto Biz: Bitcoin maximalism meets the realities of capital markets
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