A British investor claimed he believed he lost $2,000 in Bitcoin back in 2012. He now says he has recovered $4.5 million.
CEL Solicitors reported that it has identified a wallet holding more than 5,500 BTC that is linked to former Intersango users.
British investor recovers $4.5 million after believing $2,000 Bitcoin loss in 2012
A British investor who thought he lost $2,000 in Bitcoin in 2012 says he has now recovered $4.5 million, as CEL Solicitors identified a wallet with over 5,500 BTC linked to former Intersango users.
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Marcus Webb · Crypto Desk · 9 Sept 2026 · 04:41 · 1 min read
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