Love in the Crypto World
In a stunning blend of love and cryptocurrency, Alex Mashinsky, the CEO of the Celsius payments network, decided to make his wife’s birthday truly unforgettable. He gifted her a whopping 15 million CEL tokens, valued at around $20 million at current prices. Now that’s what you’d call a “crypto love language!”
The Gift That Keeps on Giving
Mashinsky shared his heartwarming sentiment on Twitter, stating,
“I gave my wife a very special present of 15,000,000 CEL tokens for her very special birthday. She has been with me through it all and ALWAYS supported me even when I made silly mistakes. I love you Krissy, and could not have done it without you.”
Shifting the Token Balance
This generous gesture has turned the tables on the list of top CEL token holders. While Mashinsky retains his top position, Krissy now sits comfortably as the third largest holder, which raises eyebrows in the crypto community.
Community Reactions: The Whale Debate
Crypto enthusiasts are buzzing with mixed feelings about this surprising gift. A Twitter user, known as “Bitcoin Giraffe,” posed an interesting question that resonates with many:
“What concerns me more is the amount that he has. It puts a whole new definition to whale.”
It’s quite the discussion starter, isn’t it? Who knew marital love could be plotted on a token chart?
Legal and Financial Implications
Under marital law, Krissy Mashinsky is already entitled to half of Alex’s assets—tokens or not, folks. It makes one wonder: was this gift truly for love, or savvy financial strategy? Meanwhile, Krissy runs her own company, USA Strong, ensuring products are genuinely made in America—which is pretty cool on its own.
A Snapshot of Celsius
Celsius itself is no small fry in the cryptocurrency sphere. Since its successful ICO in March 2018, valued at $50 million, the platform has established a reputation for allowing users to earn interest on their digital assets. Currently, they’ve processed more than $8.2 billion in loans, with an active user base exceeding 200,000. Total assets in the community stand at almost $1.6 billion, showcasing remarkable growth.
With the CEL token price hitting an all-time high of $1.38 back on October 10, and surging 880% since the beginning of the year, it’s clear the Mashinsky family is not just playing around with love but also serious gains.
