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Big Macs, Bitcoin, and Big Regrets: A Crypto Tale of Two Eras

Sep 28, 2025 at 11:03 pm

From Big Macs bought with Bitcoin to the rise of Little Pepe, explore the wild world of crypto and the regrets of missed opportunities.

Big Macs, Bitcoin, and Big Regrets: A Crypto Tale of Two Eras

Big Macs, Bitcoin, and Big Regrets: A Crypto Tale of Two Eras

The crypto world is full of 'what ifs' and tales of fortunes made (and lost). From early Bitcoin adopters buying fast food to the latest meme coin craze, the story of 'Big Mac, Bitcoin, Regrets' is one of hindsight and potential.

The Big Mac Bitcoin Story: An Expensive Meal

Remember the legendary story of someone buying Papa John's pizzas with Bitcoin? Well, someone also bought a Big Mac with it. Kane Ellis, an early Bitcoin miner, once casually spent 3.5 BTC on a Big Mac. Back in 2011, that might not have seemed like a big deal. Ellis was mining three BTC *a day* and using them to pay for everyday expenses.

According to a 2018 report, the average Bitcoin price in 2011 was around $5.27. That Big Mac cost him about $18. Fast forward to today, where one BTC is worth over $110,000 and those 3.5 BTC would be worth over $383,000. Was the Big Mac worth it? Ellis draws parallels to the infamous “Bitcoin Pizza” guy who spent 10,000 BTC on a few pizzas. Sometimes, you just gotta eat.

Little Pepe: The Next Big Thing?

But the crypto world never stands still. Enter Little Pepe (LILPEPE), a new meme coin that's generating serious buzz. While Bitcoin is climbing above $110,000, LILPEPE's presale has already raised over $23 million. Some analysts suggest that missing out on Little Pepe now could be a bigger regret than missing out on early Bitcoin.

What sets Little Pepe apart? It's not just another meme coin riding the hype wave. It's being developed as an Ethereum-compatible Layer-2 blockchain dedicated to meme projects, featuring zero transaction tax, anti-bot protections, staking rewards, DAO governance, and a Meme Launchpad.

Why the Hype Around LILPEPE?

The presale numbers speak for themselves. Early rounds sold out quickly, with tokens priced at $0.0021 in Stage 12 (more than double the starting price). Little Pepe has also passed a CertiK audit and is listed on CoinMarketCap, adding credibility to the project.

Trading platforms like Changelly and TradingView are comparing LILPEPE’s trajectory to early Bitcoin. While forecasts are speculative, some analysts are predicting potential gains of 10x, 50x, or even 100x. Some even envision the token reaching $1, implying gains of nearly 600x from current presale levels. Will it happen? Who knows! But the potential is there.

Regrets: The Coin Collector's Currency

We all have crypto regrets. Maybe you sold your Bitcoin too early, or maybe you didn't buy enough Dogecoin when it was trending. But the rise of Little Pepe highlights a key point: the crypto market is constantly evolving, and new opportunities are always emerging.

So, should you jump on the Little Pepe bandwagon? Do your research, assess your risk tolerance, and remember that past performance is not indicative of future results. But don't let the fear of regret paralyze you. As they say in New York, you miss 100% of the shots you don't take (just maybe don't spend all your Bitcoin on a Big Mac).

Original source:benzinga

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