BCH Halving Countdown
Hashrate
2.87 EH/s
Difficulty
469,212,500,741
Block reward
3.1250 BCH
Block time
600s
Height
972,723
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Estimated date: April 02, 2028
· 77,277 blocks remaining
Current reward
3.1250 BCH
Next reward
1.5625 BCH
Blocks remaining
77,277
Halving block
1,050,000
Block 840,000
Block 1,050,000
63.2% complete · Block 972,723
BCH Halving History
| Halving | Height | Block reward |
|---|---|---|
| #5 | 1,050,000 | 1.5625 BCH |
What is the BCH Halving?
The BCH halving is a pre-programmed event that cuts the block reward miners receive by 50%. It occurs every 210,000 blocks — roughly every 4 years.
This mechanism controls BCH's inflation rate. By reducing the rate at which new coins are created, it ensures a predictable, declining supply schedule.
For miners, the halving means earning 50%% fewer coins for the same computational work. Less efficient hardware may become unprofitable. However, halvings have historically preceded significant price appreciation.
FAQ
About the BCH halving
What is the BCH halving?
The BCH halving is a pre-programmed event that reduces the block reward miners receive by 50%. It occurs every 210,000 blocks. This mechanism controls BCH's inflation rate and limits the total supply.
When is the next BCH halving?
The next BCH halving is estimated around April 2028 at block height 1,050,000. The block reward will drop from 3.1250 to 1.5625 BCH.
How does the halving affect mining profitability?
The halving cuts miners' block reward income in half while mining costs remain the same. Less efficient hardware may become unprofitable. However, halvings have historically preceded price increases that can offset the reduced rewards.