2026-01-12 20:27:56

Marking a pivotal moment in crypto history: exactly 17 years ago, Satoshi Nakamoto initiated the very first Bitcoin transaction, sending 10 BTC to Hal Finney. This wasn't just a transfer—it was proof that peer-to-peer electronic cash could actually work. Finney, a legendary cryptographer, became the first person to receive Bitcoin from its creator. That single moment kickstarted everything we see in the blockchain space today. From that first 10 BTC to the millions of transactions now flowing across the network, Bitcoin's journey reflects the evolution of decentralized finance and the vision Satoshi brought to life. A reminder of where it all began. 🔥

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TokenDustCollector

· 01-15 18:54

Damn, how much are those 10 Bitcoins worth now? Hal Finney is really a lucky guy.

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PaperHandsCriminal

· 01-13 11:51

Haha, how much are those 10 BTC worth now? Hal Finney just got a free win. --- Honestly, if I had held onto those 10 coins back then, I wouldn't need to be active in the community now. --- I wish I had Hal's luck; instead, every time I buy, the price drops. It's really unbelievable. --- From 10 coins to this scale now, it’s pretty exciting to see, but I’m still on the way to breaking even, haha. --- This story is true, but it sounds a bit bitter. Who told me I didn't have the luck of an early bird? --- The most ironic thing is, we're here talking about peer-to-peer, but I’m still battling with exchanges. Laughing and crying.

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