Billy Markus, better known as Shibetoshi Nakamoto on X, has blamed Zillow for triggering crypto crashes—satirically. On July 18, the Dogecoin co-creator ,
Billy Markus, better known as Shibetoshi Nakamoto on X, has blamed Zillow for triggering crypto crashes—satirically. On July 18, the Dogecoin co-creator ,
“Remember, no matter how high crypto goes, don’t open Zillow. It’ll cause an instant crash.”
Known for his irony and sarcasm, Markus shared the message during an ongoing crypto uptrend. His post quickly gained traction, reflecting both the absurdity and unpredictability of crypto markets.
The Zillow reference plays on a common pattern: when investors begin browsing real estate, markets often retreat. Though not backed by data, the joke resonated with traders wary of overheated rallies.
He often mocks exaggerated expectations, and this tweet added another layer to the ongoing commentary.
In a follow-up thread, Markus responded to long-standing requests about his crypto preferences. He listed four coins: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, and Avalanche.
He named Bitcoin first, calling it “the OG.” Ethereum followed, as he personally holds some. He chose Dogecoin next because, as he stated,
“I made it.”
Avalanche (AVAX) closed the list—Markus noted its appeal due to his interest in gaming.
In an earlier disclosure, Markus admitted to owning just 0.006 BTC, now worth about $713. This minimal holding reflects his consistent approach: detached from hype, critical of speculation, and always ready to poke fun at industry trends.
Despite—or because of—his sarcasm, Markus continues to influence the conversation around crypto culture, often using humor to spotlight market absurdities.
