Neovim have a ~$800k Bitcoin donation sitting untouched since 2023
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Neovim's site lists a Bitcoin address that received 10 BTC in 2023, now worth ~$800k.
A Hacker News user noticed that Neovim's website footer includes a Bitcoin donation address. Checking the blockchain, they found a donation of 10 Bitcoin from 2023, currently worth about $800,000. The last time Neovim sent Bitcoin from that address was in 2019, so it's unclear if the project still controls the funds. The user hopes the Neovim team knows about the donation and can use it to support development.
What commenters are saying
Commenters are split between those speculating on why the funds remain untouched and those criticizing Bitcoin itself. Some suggest the project may be waiting to avoid tax liabilities or ensure the coins are legally obtained. Others question whether the private key is still accessible. Several comments debate Bitcoin's utility and monetary policy, with one noting the donation has fluctuated from ~$200k to $1.2M and back to $800k. A commenter mentions that in Germany, holding coins for 7 years before selling avoids tax on profits.