Ethereum Creator Vitalik Buterin Offloads Three Altcoins, According to Onchain Data
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 20 2025Vitalik Buterin's Recent Sales: Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin sold off low-volume altcoins, including 114,500 KNC, 30.57 million STRAYDOG, and 1.05 billion MUZZ, for a total of approximately $38,000.
Nature of Altcoins: The altcoins sold were primarily tokens sent to Buterin for free by developers seeking visibility, and his sales have historically not impacted the market significantly.
Buterin's Portfolio: On-chain data reveals that Buterin controls assets worth around $725 million, with Ethereum (ETH) being the majority, alongside other tokens like Aave V3 WETH and KNC.
Notable Donation: Buterin's most significant transaction was the donation of his billion-dollar SHIB assets to a hospital in India.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
