From $3 to $95,000: Bitcoin's 14-Year Comeback on the Big Screen

NonFungibleDegen · 2026-01-16T10:20:11+00:00

Bitcoin, called the "currency of the future" in a 2011 American TV show, has now risen to $95,000, an increase of 3,187,230%. It has evolved from a niche toy to an important part of global asset allocation, becoming "digital gold," and has sparked significant changes in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

NonFungibleDegen

2026-01-16 10:20:11

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【Crypto World】Do you remember that popular American TV series from 2011? There was a character who bought Bitcoin for $3, and the show even emphasized that this was “the currency of the future.” Looking back now, it was almost an unintentional prophecy.

Since that episode aired 14 years ago, can you guess how much Bitcoin is worth now? Over $95,000. Calculating this increase—3,187,230%. Yes, you read that right, over three million percent.

What's even more interesting is that the so-called “future” mentioned back then is no longer just a writer’s imagination but has actually happened. Bitcoin has transformed from a geek’s toy into a part of global asset allocation, with institutional investors and governments taking it seriously. Some call it “digital gold,” and this title has now been solidified.

Moreover, the chain reaction it triggered was significant—the entire cryptocurrency ecosystem was ignited. From an initial fringe concept to frequent appearances in mainstream media today, Bitcoin has completed a thorough identity transformation in just 14 years. That TV series might be the earliest example of a “breakout” case.

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ZKProofEnthusiast

· 4h ago

Really, who would have thought when watching that plot, now the recovery is so substantial The screenwriter probably didn't expect to accidentally predict an air coin haha Bought at 3 yuan and now worth so much, why didn't I get in earlier Mainstream now is just beginning to pay attention to this, it shows we're still early From the fringes to the financial mainstream, Bitcoin has truly won The things that were criticized the most back then are now being allocated by institutions, ironic This surge... just looking at the numbers makes me dizzy

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AirdropAnxiety

· 4h ago

Oh my god, that guy really made a fortune, just 3 dollars now for any transaction Script predictions are not even this accurate; the screenwriters must regret a lot They said we were foolish to trade cryptocurrencies back then, now institutions are hoarding Who would believe a millionfold increase? If I didn't see the numbers, I would think it's fake That's why I can't sleep; missing out means earning less on a house From toys to financial products, it really happens in just a瞬间

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TokenRationEater

· 4h ago

$3 to $95,000, it's really like riding a rocket. If that scriptwriter had known they unintentionally predicted it, how awesome would that be? Since 2014, it has increased over three million times. This number almost sounds unreal... but it indeed happened. By the way, can you still watch that show now? It feels like a good idea to revisit it.

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NeonCollector

· 4h ago

Damn, how regretful is that character now? Missing out on a sports car for just 3 bucks.

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