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Dogecoin Co-founder Expresses Regret Over Selling DOGE

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

a year ago


  1. Comparison of Holdings
  2. Decision to Sell
  3. Life After Departure

  4. Billy Markus, one of the co-founders of Dogecoin, recently expressed his regret about selling his DOGE in the past. Comparing his holdings to those of Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto highlights the significant impact of his loss.

    Comparison of Holdings

    According to statistics, Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of Bitcoin, owns approximately 1.1 million BTC, currently equivalent to $66 billion. Billy Markus noted that this is significantly more than his current holdings in DOGE. This means Markus owns less than $117,040 in Dogecoin. The history of Dogecoin dates back to 2015, when its popularity surged thanks to Markus and Jackson Palmer.

    Decision to Sell

    In 2015, feeling uneasy about the changing Dogecoin community and dealing with personal financial issues, Markus decided to sell his coins. At that time, he received only $10,000, which later turned out to be a minor amount compared to their potential worth in millions. Markus admitted that this was his biggest regret and called it 'the stupidest thing' he ever did.

    i have less DOGE than Satoshi has Bitcoin lolShibetoshi Nakamoto (@BillyM2k)

    Life After Departure

    Despite his decision to sell, Markus continues to be an active participant in the cryptocurrency community. Although he is distant from the Dogecoin project, his opinion still matters, as he has over two million followers on the X platform (formerly Twitter). His network and influence remain significant, even though he is not involved in any cryptocurrency projects directly.

    Billy Markus's story serves as an example for many, reminding them of the importance of thoughtful decisions in the world of cryptocurrencies. His experience shows how fast the market changes and how nostalgia for missed opportunities can reflect on anyone's life.

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