Vitalik Buterin’s Bitcoin Secrets Unveiled: A Portfolio with a Twist!

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Ah, the illustrious Vitalik Buterin, a name synonymous with cryptocurrency, yet curiously mute on the subject of Bitcoin—like a cat in a room full of rocking chairs! Recently, this peculiar enigma has peeled back the curtain just a smidge, revealing that the glittering Bitcoin (BTC) is indeed but a mere whisper in his grand portfolio. A modest, almost laughable, sub-10% allocation! One might expect a grander homage from a gentleman of his renown in the crypto theatre.

According to the gallant scribes of Arkham Intelligence, Buterin’s financial trove is estimated to be a staggering $806.67 million, of which a whopping $790.96 million is nestled comfortably in the warm embrace of Ethereum (ETH)—and a veritable hoard of over 240,000 ETH to boot!

I’m under 10% in BTC

But then again I’m under 10% in anything that’s not ETH

— vitalik.eth (@VitalikButerin) January 31, 2025

One cannot help but chuckle at this, especially given Mr. Buterin’s noble enterprise in birthing and nurturing Ethereum. However, his portfolio is not solely comprised of ETH. Lo and behold! He harbors synthetic ETH as well, including a curious selection of 2,874 AETHWETH valued at a jaw-dropping $9.56 million and 262,349 WETH, which is prancing around at a staggering $873,620. Clearly, Ethereum reigns supreme in his purse, much like the king at a ball.

What curious treasures doth Buterin possess?

But wait! The plot thickens! Amongst his digital riches lies an oddity—MOODENG, a meme coin with a price tag of approximately $2.33 million. And what might this be based on, you ask? A hippo, of all things! Yes, this particular hippo named Moo Deng, hailing from Thailand’s Khao Kheow Open Zoo, captured the crypto king’s heart post his visit there. Rumor has it, he even lavished over $290,000 to ensure Moo Deng’s well-being, thus earning himself the whimsical title of “adoptive father.” Truly, a noble cause indeed! 🦙💰

As for Bitcoin, whispers abound that Buterin’s treasure chest contains around 800 BTC, translating to a paltry $80 million—merely a blip on the expansive radar of his wealth, especially for a titan in the crypto realm. His silence regarding BTC has sparked speculation aplenty, yet one can’t shake the feeling he remains ever more enraptured by the endless possibilities of Ethereum’s luminous future.

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2025-01-31 18:21