On May 22, 2025, cryptocurrency enthusiasts and the world of financial technology celebrated the 15th anniversary of Bitcoin Pizza Day. This day is remembered as the first time cryptocurrency was used in a real-world transaction.
On May 22, 2010, an American programmer named Laszlo Hanyecz made a post on an internet forum offering 10,000 Bitcoins to anyone who would order and deliver him two pizzas. One person accepted the offer, and Hanyecz used 10,000 BTC to pay for two large pizzas. This transaction went down in history as the first real purchase made with Bitcoin.
At the time, 10,000 BTC was worth around $41. Today, in 2025, that amount is worth approximately $1.1 billion. This dramatic change in value symbolizes Bitcoin's extraordinary growth over the past 15 years.
Source: Economic Times
This year’s Bitcoin Pizza Day was especially noteworthy, as Bitcoin reached an all-time high of $111,000. This milestone reflects not only the technological evolution of cryptocurrency but also the increasing trust and adoption it has gained among the public.
Celebrations took place around the world, with events and campaigns highlighting the occasion. For example, the crypto platform BTSE organized trading competitions and social media contests with a prize pool of 5.22 million USDT. Such events brought together both seasoned investors and newcomers, making the world of crypto more accessible to all.
Bitcoin Pizza Day is more than just a fun anecdote or historical curiosity – it marks a turning point in the real-life use of digital currencies. Celebrated every year on May 22, it serves as a reminder of how far cryptocurrency has come and opens new horizons for the future of technology and finance.
