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by luminiferous 4724 days ago
Yep, the figure mentioned is 2^63 cents, rounded to the nearest hundred dollars. I'd wager the article rounded, though I'm not sure why.

EDIT: gus_massa's theory makes a lot more sense, especially considering that the guy said he donated 30 bucks, and then afterwards his account listed $0. Presumably he had 2^63 cents + 30ish dollars, which was rounded up.