$BTC Binance celebrates Bitcoin Pizza Day annually on May 22 to commemorate the first real-world Bitcoin transaction. On this day in 2010, programmer Laszlo Hanyecz paid 10,000 BTC for two pizzas, marking a pivotal moment in cryptocurrency history. (Binance)
In 2023, Binance hosted global events to honor this milestone. The celebrations began in Naples, Italy, with a pizza-making competition. Other activities included pizzeria takeovers in countries like Cambodia, Pakistan, Uruguay, Argentina, and Mexico. Pizza vans distributed slices in Brazil, Bahrain, and Vietnam. Online, users participated in contests and earned rewards by sharing Binance-themed pizzas on social media. (Chainwire, Finance Feeds, Binance, Binance)
These events highlight the evolution of Bitcoin from a niche digital asset to a globally recognized currency, underscoring its potential to transform financial systems. Binance's celebrations serve as a reminder of the community's growth and the ongoing journey of cryptocurrency adoption. #BinancePizzaDay #binancebitcoin