Economics
What happens when mining difficulty increases?
| Scenario | Annual Growth | Year 5 Coins | Year 10 Coins |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Optimistic | 5% | 82% | 64% |
| 🟡 Base Case | 15% | 57% | 28% |
| 🔴 Conservative | 30% | 35% | 9% |
Difficulty increases usually correlate with price increases. The calculator uses 15% annual growth as default.