Dogecoin Co-Founder Reflects on Regretful Bitcoin Sales in 2015
Billy Markus, the co-founder of Dogecoin, took to X to humorously reflect on two of his past Bitcoin transactions that, in hindsight, seem quite regrettable.
In his post, Markus shared a glimpse into his 2015 sales, revealing that he had sold Bitcoin when its value was much lower than today’s prices.
Markus, who often injects humor into his crypto commentary, recounted how he sold 20.37 BTC for just over $8,800 in December 2015 and 17 BTC for a little more than $4,100 in April of the same year. His tweet, “If you ever want to feel better about yourself, look at my trades,” accompanied by a screenshot of the transactions, struck a relatable chord with many in the crypto community.
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When a curious user asked if Markus had reinvested the proceeds into Dogecoin, he responded with a twist: instead of rolling the funds into more crypto, he admitted to using them to pay for a Honda Civic rental. This candid admission highlights a common theme in the crypto world—many investors have sold assets prematurely or used them for everyday needs, only to see their value soar in the future.
Markus’ combined Bitcoin sales in 2015 amounted to $13,045, a figure that would be worth an impressive $3.7 million at today’s Bitcoin prices, which recently reached highs of $104,000 before stabilizing just below $100,000. His lighthearted approach to his own “missed opportunities” has resonated with fellow crypto enthusiasts, who responded with empathy and laughter at his expense.
Alexander Stefanov
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