#btc #crypto
Bitcoin: A Brief History and Fascinating Facts
1. Genesis: Bitcoin was created in 2008 by an unknown person or group using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto.
2. First transaction: The first real-world Bitcoin transaction was for two pizzas, costing 10,000 BTC (worth millions today).
3. Lost treasure: It's estimated that about 20% of all Bitcoin (worth billions) is lost forever due to forgotten passwords or lost wallets.
4. Mysterious creator: Satoshi Nakamoto's true identity remains unknown, despite numerous theories and claims.
5. Global adoption: El Salvador became the first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021.
6. Energy debate: Bitcoin mining consumes more electricity annually than some countries, sparking environmental concerns.
7. Institutional interest: Major companies like Tesla and MicroStrategy have added Bitcoin to their balance sheets.
8. Volatility: Bitcoin's price is known for dramatic swings, with all-time highs followed by significant crashes.
9. Halving events: Every four years, the reward for mining new Bitcoin blocks is cut in half, affecting its scarcity and potentially its price.
10. Decentralized network: There are over 15,000 Bitcoin nodes worldwide, ensuring no single point of failure.
Fun fact: The smallest unit of Bitcoin, 0.00000001 BTC, is called a "satoshi" in honor of its creator.
/ Ramo Khan
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