BGC

BIGCOIN

"The People's Coin"
White Paper
Version 1.0  |  June 2026
bigcoin.me

Table of Contents

  1. Abstract
  2. The Problem
  3. The Solution — Bigcoin (BGC)
  4. Technical Specifications
  5. Mining & Consensus
  6. Supply & Distribution
  7. The BGC Wallet
  8. Roadmap
  9. Future Development
  10. Conclusion

1. Abstract

Bigcoin (BGC) is a decentralized peer-to-peer digital currency designed to be accessible to everyone in the world. Built on proven blockchain technology and inspired by the foundational principles of Bitcoin, Bigcoin offers a secure, transparent, and censorship-resistant financial system that operates without the need for central authorities, banks, or intermediaries.

With a fixed maximum supply of 21,000,000 BGC, a Proof of Work consensus mechanism, and a halving schedule identical to Bitcoin, Bigcoin is designed to be a store of value and medium of exchange for the global population — The People's Coin.

2. The Problem

2.1 Financial Exclusion

Approximately 1.4 billion adults worldwide remain unbanked, without access to basic financial services. Traditional banking systems exclude vast populations due to geographic barriers, documentation requirements, and minimum balance requirements.

2.2 High Transaction Fees

Existing cryptocurrency networks, particularly Bitcoin and Ethereum, suffer from high transaction fees during periods of network congestion, making them impractical for everyday small-value transactions.

2.3 Centralization Risks

Many modern financial systems and even some cryptocurrencies are subject to central control, censorship, and single points of failure. True financial freedom requires a system that no single entity can control or shut down.

2.4 Complexity of Use

The technical complexity of existing cryptocurrency wallets and tools creates a high barrier to entry for everyday users who could benefit most from decentralized finance.

3. The Solution — Bigcoin (BGC)

Bigcoin (BGC) provides a complete, accessible, and decentralized financial ecosystem:

4. Technical Specifications

ParameterValueNotes
Ticker SymbolBGCBigcoin
Maximum Supply21,000,000 BGCHard cap — never changes
Smallest Unit1 Sam0.00000001 BGC
Block Reward50 BGCInitial reward per block
Block Time10 minutesPublic phase target
Halving Interval210,000 blocksEvery ~4 years
ConsensusProof of Work (PoW)SHA-256 algorithm
Address Formatbgc1q...Native SegWit (bech32)
Network Port8444P2P communication
Mining Port3333Stratum mining protocol

4.1 The Sam — BGC's Smallest Unit

The smallest unit of Bigcoin is called a Sam. Just as Bitcoin has Satoshis, BGC has Sams:

4.2 Address Format

BGC uses native SegWit addresses with the prefix bgc1q, providing enhanced security and lower transaction sizes compared to legacy address formats.

5. Mining & Consensus

5.1 Proof of Work

BGC uses the SHA-256 Proof of Work algorithm — the same algorithm used by Bitcoin. This ensures block production requires real computational effort, the network is secure against attacks, and existing Bitcoin mining hardware (ASICs) can mine BGC.

5.2 Difficulty Adjustment

The BGC network automatically adjusts mining difficulty every 2,016 blocks (approximately every 2 weeks), ensuring blocks are produced consistently every 10 minutes regardless of network hashrate changes.

5.3 Mining Pool

The official BGC mining pool is available for anyone to join:

5.4 Miner Incentives

6. Supply & Distribution

6.1 Fixed Maximum Supply

Bigcoin has a hard-capped maximum supply of 21,000,000 BGC. No more than 21 million BGC will ever exist, making BGC a deflationary asset that cannot be inflated by any authority.

6.2 Halving Schedule

HalvingBlock RangeRewardApproximate Year
Genesis0 - 210,00050 BGC2026
1st Halving210,001 - 420,00025 BGC~2030
2nd Halving420,001 - 630,00012.5 BGC~2034
3rd Halving630,001 - 840,0006.25 BGC~2038
4th Halving840,001 - 1,050,0003.125 BGC~2042
...Continues halving...Until ~2166

6.3 Founder Allocation

To ensure the long-term development and promotion of the BGC ecosystem, the founder mined an initial allocation of 1,200,000 BGC during the network's early phase. These funds are intended for exchange listing fees, marketing, development, and ecosystem growth. The founder allocation represents approximately 5.7% of the total maximum supply.

7. The BGC Wallet

7.1 Overview

The BGC Wallet is the official mobile application for managing Bigcoin, available on iOS and Android:

7.2 Security

7.3 Availability

8. Roadmap

PhaseTimelineMilestone
Phase 1 — FoundationQ2 2026Blockchain launch, mining pool, wallet app
Phase 2 — GrowthQ3 2026App Store launch, community building, social media
Phase 3 — ExchangeQ4 2026Exchange listings, CoinGecko, CoinMarketCap
Phase 4 — ExpansionQ1 2027Block explorer, Android app, more miners
Phase 5 — EcosystemQ2-Q4 2027Additional features, partnerships, DeFi exploration
Phase 6 — Global2028+Smart contracts, BGC-20 tokens, global adoption

9. Future Development

9.1 Block Explorer

A public BGC block explorer will allow anyone to view all transactions, blocks, and addresses on the BGC blockchain transparently.

9.2 Android Application

The BGC Wallet will be available on the Google Play Store, extending access to Android users worldwide.

9.3 Exchange Listings

BGC will be listed on cryptocurrency exchanges, allowing users to buy, sell, and trade BGC for other cryptocurrencies and fiat currencies.

9.4 Smart Contracts & BGC-20 Tokens

In the long term, BGC plans to explore the addition of smart contract functionality, enabling developers to build decentralized applications and create BGC-20 tokens on the Bigcoin blockchain.

9.5 BGC Lightning Network

Future development may include a Lightning Network layer on top of BGC, enabling instant, near-zero-fee transactions for micropayments and everyday retail use.

10. Conclusion

Bigcoin (BGC) represents a return to the fundamental principles that made Bitcoin revolutionary — decentralization, security, scarcity, and financial freedom — while making these benefits more accessible to everyone in the world.

With a proven technical foundation, a simple and beautiful wallet application, and a clear roadmap for growth, BGC is positioned to become a meaningful participant in the global cryptocurrency ecosystem.

The People's Coin is for everyone — miners, holders, developers, and everyday users who believe in the power of decentralized money.

"The People's Coin"