The Enigma of Lost Bitcoins: Impact and Future Implications

Bitcoin, the world's first and most popular cryptocurrency, has seen a significant amount of its supply lost over the years. Current estimates suggest that around 20% of the total Bitcoin supply might be permanently lost; that means approximately 3.7 million Bitcoins are gone forever. This loss can occur for various reasons, including lost private keys, the intentional burning of Bitcoin, and the mysterious case of Satoshi's untouched stash. How Bitcoins are Lost Lost Private Keys: One of the main ways…