What Is Pizza (Ordinals)?
Pizza (Ordinals) (PIZZA) is a BRC-20 memecoin celebrating Bitcoin Pizza Day—a historic event marking Bitcoin's first real-world transaction. Deployed on March 31, 2024, this playful token features:
- Total Supply: 21,000,000 PIZZA
- Holders: 97,356+
- Transactions: 901,976+
- Top Holders: 0.33%–0.58% ownership distribution
👉 Trade PIZZA on UniSat Marketplace
Key Features:
- Operates on Fractal Bitcoin Mainnet
- Transferable via UniSat’s Simple Bridge to PizzaSwap
- Integrated with BRC20-Swap for Bitcoin mainnet testing
The Technology Behind Pizza (Ordinals)
Pizza (Ordinals) leverages the Ordinals Protocol, enabled by Bitcoin’s Taproot upgrade:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Data Storage | Raw files inscribed directly onto satoshis |
| Security | Bitcoin’s Proof-of-Work (PoW) ensures immutability |
| BRC-20 Standard | Fungible token support on Bitcoin (similar to Ethereum’s ERC-20) |
| Cross-Chain Transfers | UniSat’s Simple Bridge facilitates secure asset movement |
This fusion of Taproot’s efficiency and Bitcoin’s security makes PIZZA both innovative and reliable.
Real-World Applications of Pizza (Ordinals)
- Cross-Chain Liquidity: Acts as a bridge asset on Fractal Bitcoin Mainnet.
- Digital Identity: Secures academic credentials and professional verifications.
- Creative Economy: Supports NFT art, gaming assets, and community-driven projects.
- Professional Networking: Used for job recommendations on platforms like X.
👉 Explore PIZZA’s Green Channel for PizzaSwap
Key Events in Pizza (Ordinals) History
- May 22, 2010: Original Bitcoin Pizza Day transaction (10,000 BTC for two pizzas).
- March–June 2024: PIZZA deployment and distribution by UniSat.
- Simple Bridge Launch: Enabled seamless Fractal Bitcoin Mainnet transfers.
- Green Channel Integration: Linked BRC20-Swap to PizzaSwap for enhanced utility.
Founders of Pizza (Ordinals)
PIZZA was developed by Trevor Owens and Casey Rodarmor, innovators behind:
- Ordinals Protocol (NFTs on Bitcoin)
- Taproot Wizards
- Ninjalerts
The UniSat team further bolstered adoption by distributing PIZZA tokens during Bitcoin Pizza Day celebrations.
FAQs About Pizza (Ordinals)
Q: How can I buy PIZZA tokens?
A: Trade PIZZA on the UniSat Marketplace or transfer via Fractal Bitcoin Mainnet.
Q: Is Pizza (Ordinals) a good investment?
A: As a memecoin, PIZZA has no intrinsic value—it’s primarily for community engagement.
Q: What’s the significance of 21 million PIZZA tokens?
A: It mirrors Bitcoin’s capped supply, paying homage to its scarcity model.
Q: Can I stake PIZZA?
A: Not currently, but it’s usable in swaps via PizzaSwap and BRC20-Swap.
Q: Who holds the most PIZZA?
A: Top holders own 0.33%–0.58% each, ensuring decentralized distribution.
Q: Why was PIZZA created?
A: To celebrate Bitcoin’s history and experiment with BRC-20 tokenomics.