This news content discusses Russell Okung, a former NFL player who has been an advocate for Bitcoin and has expressed his commitment to holding the cryptocurrency. In December 2020, Okung announced that he would take half of his salary in Bitcoin, and since then, he has not publicly disclosed any changes to his Bitcoin investment strategy. Despite the decline in Bitcoin's value in May 2021 and Elon Musk's criticism of the cryptocurrency, Okung has defended Bitcoin and continues to believe in its potential. As of now, Okung's Bitcoin holdings are estimated to be worth $21 million.
- Content Editor ( decrypt.co )
- 2024-11-12
Ex-Carolina Panthers Player Russell Okung’s 2020 Bitcoin Paycheck Could Now Be Worth $21 Million