BITCOIN SEASON 2: Kevin Durant’s Coinbase Debacle, Saylor’s Using AI & Monero’s Reorg

Sep 20, 2025

Kevin Durant's long-lost Coinbase password finally resurfaces, revealing a history of missed Bitcoin gains. Meanwhile, Michael Saylor showcases his innovative use of AI to craft $6 billion securities. On a darker note, Monero suffers a significant reorganization attack, invalidating 118 transactions and shaking trust within the cryptocurrency community. These narratives weave a complex tapestry of triumphs and challenges in the world of crypto.

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ANECDOTE

Kevin Durant Forgot His Coinbase Password

Kevin Durant created a Coinbase account around 2016 and later forgot the password for 11 years.
His agent says they never sold the Bitcoin and the holding dramatically outperformed Durant's net worth since 2016.

INSIGHT

Athletes As Quiet Bitcoin Adopters

Many professional athletes purchased Bitcoin early and then passively held or forgot about it.
That pattern shows broader, quiet adoption beyond crypto-native communities.

ADVICE

Verify Custodian Recovery Controls

Check exchange KYC and account recovery processes if you store assets with custodians like Coinbase.
Don’t rely on memory alone for long-term holdings; use secure backups and identity recovery methods.

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