While it's only three days into the new year, Jan. 3 marks an important anniversary and a day the cryptocurrency world is celebrating. On this day, 16 years ago,Satoshi Nakamotomined the genesis block ofBitcoin(CRYPTO: BTC), forever changing the world of cryptocurrency.

To celebrate the 16th birthday of Bitcoin, here are 16 fun facts about the cryptocurrency.

1. First Purchase:On May 22, 2010, history was made whenLaszlo Hanyeczpaid 10,000 Bitcoin for two pizzas fromPapa John's International. The purchase of the two pizzas became the first goods transacted with Bitcoin.

The pizzas cost around $41 at the time. The Bitcoin used...