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What is a Bitcoin block subsidy and how does it differ from fees?
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What is a Bitcoin block subsidy and how does it differ from fees?

The Bitcoin block subsidy is the freshly created Bitcoin awarded to miners with every new block, and it's the primary reason new coins enter circulation. Understanding how it works, and how it relates to transaction fees, helps beginners see the full economics of the network.

McLeod Pacific Investments staff ·November 4, 2026

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