Binance Celebrates Bitcoin Pizza Day with Global Events
Anniversary of First Bitcoin Transaction Marked with Community Celebrations
May 16, 2022 at 3:29 pm
Binance, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange, announces plans to mark this year's Bitcoin Pizza Day on May 22 with online and in-person events worldwide. The community celebration commemorates the anniversary of the first known Bitcoin transaction.
On May 22, 2010, programmer Laszlo Hanyecz made history by purchasing two pizzas for 10,000 BTC. This transaction marked a pivotal moment for Bitcoin, as it demonstrated the potential for the cryptocurrency to be used for real-world purchases.
Today, Bitcoin is worth over 26,000 times more than it was in 2010. Despite the massive rise in price, Hanyecz says he does not regret his purchase. "I'm happy I made that transaction," he said. "It was a very important moment for Bitcoin history."
Binance's Bitcoin Pizza Day celebrations will include online contests, giveaways, and discounts on Bitcoin trading fees. The exchange will also host in-person events in major cities around the world, featuring food and drinks, music, and educational sessions about Bitcoin.
Bitcoin Pizza Day is an opportunity to celebrate the progress Bitcoin has made in the past decade and to look forward to its future. As the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange, Binance is committed to supporting the growth and adoption of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
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