Bitcoin BTC
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Supply release: when does the rest arrive?
96% issued · minedThe remaining 4.4% is released by mining, with the last fraction of a coin due around 2140.
New BTC enters circulation as a block reward that steps down on a schedule written into the consensus rules — no company controls it, and nobody can bring it forward or hold it back. Because it is enforced in code rather than by an issuer, the remaining supply arrives gradually over decades rather than in unlock events.
Track it live on our Bitcoin halving countdown.
Supply at a glance
About Bitcoin
Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency, launched in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto: a peer-to-peer digital money with a fixed supply of 21 million coins, secured by proof-of-work mining. It remains the largest crypto asset by value and the reference point the rest of the market trades against.
Created by Satoshi Nakamoto (2009) — the name is a pseudonym and the identity behind it has never been established.
Bitcoin in context
Bitcoin trades 42% below its all-time high of A$190,538, set in October 2025. Over the past 90 days it has gained 8.5% in AUD terms — one of the moves behind today's altcoin season index reading. Daily turnover runs at about 1.2% of its market value — comparatively thin trading, which can amplify moves in both directions.
Computed from our market records at build time — figures refresh with the daily rebuild.
12-month range (AUD)
today sits 25% of the way up the rangeThe supply maths: what would a price target mean?
full calculator →Market cap = price × circulating supply. With 20.1 million BTC circulating, every dollar of BTC price is A$0.02B of market cap — so check what a target actually implies:
Where to buy Bitcoin in Australia
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| Exchange | AUD pair | Instant-buy cost | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swyftx | ✓ BTC/AUD | 0.6% + spread | 8.7/10 | Buy on Swyftx* |
| CoinSpot | ✓ BTC/AUD | 1% + spread | 8.5/10 | Buy on CoinSpot* |
| Kraken | ✓ BTC/AUD | — | 8.3/10 | Buy on Kraken* |
| Coinbase | ✓ BTC/AUD | 0.6% | 8.2/10 | Buy on Coinbase* |
| CoinJar | ✓ BTC/AUD | 1% | 8.1/10 | Buy on CoinJar* |
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FAQ
What is the Bitcoin (BTC) price in AUD right now?
The BTC price in AUD is about A$110,943 as of our last data refresh — the price at the top of this page updates continuously from CoinGecko market data (every 10 minutes in production), quoted in Australian dollars first so there's no mental USD conversion. The converter above turns any BTC amount into AUD at the live rate.
How do I buy Bitcoin in Australia?
Bitcoin is listed on Swyftx, CoinSpot, Kraken with direct AUD pairs. Deposit AUD via PayID or bank transfer, then buy BTC — most platforms complete this in minutes after ID verification.
Is Bitcoin taxed in Australia?
Yes — the ATO treats Bitcoin as a CGT asset. Selling, swapping or spending it is a taxable event; holding over 12 months may qualify individuals for the 50% CGT discount. See our crypto tax guide.
When will the rest of the BTC supply be released?
The remaining 4.4% is released by mining, with the last fraction of a coin due around 2140. New BTC enters circulation as a block reward that steps down on a schedule written into the consensus rules — no company controls it, and nobody can bring it forward or hold it back. Because it is enforced in code rather than by an issuer, the remaining supply arrives gradually over decades rather than in unlock events.
Who created Bitcoin?
Created by Satoshi Nakamoto (2009) — the name is a pseudonym and the identity behind it has never been established.
What is Bitcoin's all-time high in AUD?
Bitcoin peaked at A$190,538 in October 2025. Today's price sits 42% below that peak — the stat cards above track it daily.
Why does the BTC price here differ from prices I see in USD?
We quote in Australian dollars, so the number moves with both the coin's USD price and the AUD/USD exchange rate. Most global sites quote USD — multiply by the current exchange rate (or just use our converter above) and the numbers reconcile.
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General information only, not financial advice. Crypto is volatile — never invest more than you can afford to lose.