$BTC “The Bitcoin That Got Away: My Biggest Regret in Crypto”

In 2014, I read an article about Bitcoin on my own blog and was immediately intrigued. Back then, Bitcoin was still in its infancy, and its price was so low that investing felt like a no-brainer. The concept of decentralized money fascinated me—it felt like the dawn of a financial revolution. I had the money to invest, but my internet banking wasn’t active. Mobile banking was still a novelty, and as a young engineering student, I didn’t prioritize activating it.

I convinced myself I’d revisit the idea once everything was set up. But life got in the way—exams, assignments, and other priorities pushed the thought to the back of my mind. I didn’t realize the magnitude of the opportunity I was letting slip through my fingers.

Years later, I watched Bitcoin soar from a few dollars to thousands. Every time it made headlines, I felt a deep pang of regret. That small investment I hesitated to make could have been life-changing. It wasn’t just about the money—it was about missing a chance to be part of a movement reshaping global finance.