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Here are 10 interesting facts about cryptocurrencies:
1) The creator of Bitcoin, the world's first cryptocurrency, still remains a mystery. His supposed name is Satoshi Nakamoto.
2) The main difference between cryptocurrencies and traditional money is their lack of control by government and financial institutions.
3) The first transaction using Bitcoin was carried out on January 21, 2009.
4) More than half of all mined cryptocurrencies are in the hands of approximately 1000 people.
5) The value of the cryptocurrency market exceeded $1 trillion for the first time.
6) Bitcoin is not only the name of the cryptocurrency, but also the name of the blockchain technology on which it is based.
7) The number of bitcoins is limited - a total of 21 million coins can be mined.
8) The largest amount spent on pizza was 10,000 bitcoins - this was the first purchase for bitcoin.
9) Cryptocurrencies can be used for charity - for example, charitable organizations have begun to accept donations in bitcoins.
10) The volatility of cryptocurrencies can be very high, which makes them both attractive to investors and risky.