That is the amount of time that the bitcoin developers think is necessary for a steady and diminishing flow of new coins until the maximum number of 21 million is reached expected some time in Buy Bitcoin Worldwide, nor any of its owners, employees or agents, are licensed broker-dealers, investment advisors, or hold any relevant distinction or title with respect to investing. Where are we now? Therefore, joining a pool creates a steady stream of income, even if each payment is modest compared to the full block reward which currently stands at 25 XBTC.