May 22 is a milestone in the history of Bitcoin, remembered as the Bitcoin Pizza Day. It is celebrated as the day the first real transaction was made using this cryptocurrency.
On May 22 each year, cryptocurrency enthusiasts around the world celebrate Bitcoin Pizza Day. This date represents a significant moment in the history of Bitcoin, as it marks the first real transaction ever made with this cryptocurrency.
We go back to 2010, when a user named Laszlo Hanyecz posted an ad on a Bitcoin forum asking if anyone was willing to give him two pizzas in exchange for 10,000 Bitcoins. At that time, Bitcoin had just begun to gain popularity and its value was negligible. However, that transaction would mark the beginning of a financial revolution.
Another forum user accepted Hanyecz’s offer and ordered him two pizzas for a home delivery. Hanyecz transferred 10,000 Bitcoins to the other user, paving the way for the first real Bitcoin transaction. At that time, the value of the Bitcoins used to pay for the pizzas was a few cents. However, as time passed, those Bitcoins would have acquired a stratospheric value.
Today, that transaction has become legendary. Those two pizzas were actually paid for with a decentralized digital currency, paving the way for a new financial system based on blockchain technology.
Since then, the price of Bitcoin has risen to surprising levels. In 2017, it reached a historic high of about $20,000 for Bitcoin. In 2021, it exceeded $60,000 for Bitcoin. These incredible numbers have made Hanyecz a sort of celebrity in the cryptocurrency community, earning him the nickname "Pizza Guy".
In addition to its historical significance, Bitcoin Pizza Day also emphasizes the importance of spending with cryptocurrencies. From the beginning, Bitcoin was conceived as a form of digital money that could be used for daily transactions. While some people still see it as a speculative investment, events like Bitcoin Pizza Day seek to promote the actual use of cryptocurrencies in the real world.
As we celebrate Bitcoin Pizza Day, let’s reflect on the incredible journey that Bitcoin has traveled so far. From a transaction for two pizzas to a global digital currency, Bitcoin has revolutionized the way we view money and the financial system. Whether it’s the first of many steps towards a decentralized and inclusive financial future, Bitcoin Pizza Day remains a symbol of hope and innovation in the cryptocurrency world.
Viola Meacci, student of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Pisa, has always been interested in the world of journalism. In her job, she explored the world of blockchain, cryptocurrencies, NFT and metaverse which she now very is passionate about it .
