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Bitcoin’s Mysterious Creator: Bitcoin was created in 2009 by an anonymous person or group using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. Their true identity remains one of the biggest mysteries in tech!
Pizza for Millions: In 2010, someone paid 10,000 BTC for two pizzas, now known as Bitcoin Pizza Day (May 22). At Bitcoin’s peak prices, that pizza would’ve been worth over $600 million!
Crypto’s Energy Hunger: Bitcoin mining uses more electricity annually than some countries, like Argentina or Norway, due to its proof-of-work system.
Ethereum’s Name Origin: Ethereum was named after the fictional substance "ether" from sci-fi, inspired by co-founder Vitalik Buterin’s love for galaxy-spanning concepts.
Dogecoin’s Meme Beginnings: Dogecoin started as a joke in 2013, based on the Shiba Inu "Doge" meme, but it’s now a top cryptocurrency, thanks to fans like Elon Musk.
Lost Fortunes: About 20% of all Bitcoin (worth billions) is estimated to be lost forever due to forgotten passwords or misplaced wallet keys.
Crypto in Space: Blockchain tech has been tested in space! In 2019, a crypto transaction was sent via satellite, proving blockchain’s potential beyond Earth.