Let’s clear up a common confusion that catches a lot of people off guard when they first get into Bitcoin. You’ve probably heard that the maximum supply of Bitcoin is 21 million BTC. That’s true, and it’s locked in. No more will ever be created. But then you hear about Satoshis (SATS), and suddenly the numbers explode. People say there are 2.1 quadrillion SATS. So what gives? Does that mean Bitcoin’s supply is actually 2.1 quadrillion? Nope. Here’s the simple breakdown. Bitcoin vs. Satoshis: What’s the Difference? - Bitcoin (BTC) is the main unit—like a dollar. - Satoshis (SATS) are the smallest pieces of Bitcoin, like cents. Each Bitcoin can be split into 100 million SATS. So when you multiply: 21 million BTC × 100 million SATS = 2.1 quadrillion SATS That’s where the big number comes from. But it doesn’t mean there’s more Bitcoin. It just means Bitcoin can be divided into tiny, spendable pieces. Analogy: Pizza and Slices Imagine there are 21 million pizzas in the world. Ea...
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