Have you heard about Bitcoin’s infamous “value overflow incident”? What about Lazlo’s pizza? Did you know about Atomic Swaps in the Lightning Network? Explore these and other fun facts in the following text.
Lighten up and brighten your day with these quick hits. Thirteen fun facts about our favorite topics: Bitcoin and the Lightning Network, written by the coolest community of Bitcoin creators in existence. We put our collective mind to the test, and what you’re about to read is the result… but enough about us.
Bitcoin isn’t just digital money — it’s a world of innovation, speed, and even space adventures!
Here are thirteen incredible fun facts that show just how fascinating the asset and its Lightning Network can be. Bitcoin never stops surprising. Just when you think you’ve seen it all, another story pops up that makes you go, wait, really?
However, when we talk about Bitcoin, the headlines are usually about the price—that enormous number that swings up and down. Let’s disconnect from that and enter the curious world of fun facts, starting with:
Seven Fun Facts About Bitcoin
The world’s greatest form of money is an economic phenomenon, a technology, and a social tool for change. Those characteristics make it complex, interesting, and full of surprises. Let’s explore a few:
Fun Fact #1- Who Owns Bitcoin? From Satoshi to Everyday Users
Bitcoin's total supply is capped at 21 million coins, and as of late 2025, approximately 19.91 million have already been mined, leaving around 1.1 million still to be mined. These are some of the biggest known owners of those almost 20 million coins:
1.- Satoshi Nakamoto
The pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto, is believed to own between 750,000 and 1.1 million BTC. These coins have remained untouched since they were mined, making Satoshi one of the wealthiest individuals in the world on paper.
2.- MicroStrategy
MicroStrategy, led by Michael Saylor, holds approximately 640,000 BTC, making it the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin.
3.- Tesla
Tesla owns around 11,509 BTC, valued at about $1.3 billion as of Q3 2025.
4.- Individuals/Others
Everyday users, undisclosed private companies, and groups of people own a substantial portion of Bitcoin. This decentralized distribution is a fundamental aspect of Bitcoin's design, ensuring that it remains accessible to everyone.