ðĻââïļ First Warrant for Bitcoin Seizure
On September 14, 2012, Secret Service agents seized the computer equipment of Michael Brown, who was later proven to have blackmailed Governor Mitt Romney, demanding the equivalent of $1 million in bitcoin in exchange for not disclosing allegedly hidden income by the official.
This seizure became the first case of issuing a warrant not only to prove the defendant's guilt but also to check the computer equipment for the presence of bitcoin, which would serve as evidence of payment to conceal unlawful activity.
https://bitcoin-calendar.org/en/events/2012-09-14/first-warrant-for-bitcoin-seizure
ð Notable Publication
On September 11, 2014, Michael Goldstein publishes the legendary essay "Everyone's a Scammer".
Mike's main point is that to avoid being scammed out of your future wealth, the best strategy is simply to HODL your Bitcoin. The article suggests that while market-based scams may decrease as Bitcoin matures, users must always remain vigilant.
"What is a 'scammer' in the Bitcoin world? A 'scammer' is anyone who is trying to get you to separate with your bitcoin."
https://bitcoin-calendar.org/en/events//2014-09-11/notable-publication/
ð Notable Publication
On September 11, 2014, Michael Goldstein publishes the legendary essay "Everyone's a Scammer".
https://bitcoin-calendar.org/en/events//2014-09-11/notable-publication/
ð Notable Publication
On September 11, 2014, Michael Goldstein publishes the legendary essay "Everyone's a Scammer".
https://bitcoin-calendar.org/en/events//2014-09-11/notable-publication/
ð Notable Publication
On September 11, 2014, Michael Goldstein publishes the legendary essay "Everyone's a Scammer".
https://bitcoin-calendar.org/en/events//2014-09-11/notable-publication/
ð Notable Publication
On September 11, 2014, Michael Goldstein publishes the legendary essay "Everyone's a Scammer".
https://bitcoin-calendar.org/en/events//2014-09-11/notable-publication/
ðĻâðŧ Bitcoin v0.3 Released
On July 6, 2010, Satoshi released #Bitcoin v0.3.
Among other improvements, the update increased hashing efficiency by 20% and added MacOS support.
https://archive.bitcoin-calendar.org/archive/1748725513.679618/index.html
ðļ Pepe Library's Birthday
On July 2, 2019, the #Pepe the Frog meme library was launched, later transforming into a #Bitcoin-based #NFT marketplace.
https://archive.bitcoin-calendar.org/archive/1748774752.48825/index.html#output.html
ðļ Pepe Library's Birthday
On July 2, 2019, the #Pepe the Frog meme library was launched, later transforming into a #Bitcoin-based #NFT marketplace.
https://archive.bitcoin-calendar.org/archive/1748774752.48825/index.html#output.html
ðŠĶ Bitcoin Obituary
On July 2, 2013, "The Atlantic" published an article attempting to persuade readers not to buy #bitcoin.
1 BTC = $80
https://archive.bitcoin-calendar.org/archive/1748763736.022525/index.html#original
ðļ Pepe Library's Birthday
On July 2, 2019, the #Pepe the Frog meme library was launched, later transforming into a #Bitcoin-based #NFT marketplace.
https://archive.bitcoin-calendar.org/archive/1748774752.48825/index.html#output.html
âïļ GHash Reaches 51% Hashrate
On June 13, 2014, GHash.io reached 51% of the #Bitcoin network's #hashrate. In response, GHash.io stated that they "never have and never will participate in any 51% attack or double spend against Bitcoin." The #mining pool also issued a statement saying that it would attempt to limit its hashrate to 39.99% by "actively urging miners to redirect their hashrate to other pools." #GHash also formed a committee to support Bitcoin Core developers in addressing the #51attack issue.
https://archive.bitcoin-calendar.org/archive/1748764810.625779/index.html#content.html
ðĨķ Celsius Suspends Withdrawals
On June 13, 2022, cryptocurrency lender #Celsius suspended withdrawals due to "extreme market conditions".
https://archive.bitcoin-calendar.org/archive/1748778053.817523/index.html#content.html
ðŪââïļ Bitcoin Helps Fight Police Brutality
On June 6, 2012, Travis Kiger secured the recall of three Fullerton city council members and charges against two police officers who beat homeless man Kelly Thomas to death.
This story is interesting because #bitcoin played a significant role in Travis's fight against corruption and police brutality â the libertarian Republican's campaign was partially sponsored by bitcointalk forum members.
It is also interesting that Kiger saved the coins collected in spring 2012 to later sell them at the peak of the 2013 cycle.
- https://archive.bitcoin-calendar.org/archive/1748757474.946619/index.html
- https://archive.bitcoin-calendar.org/archive/1748757557.042194/index.html