Definitely, they had no idea at all because Bitcoin was being traded in a small community back then, and they thought it was just an experiment in online currency.
It's not taken seriously; they thought it would only circulate in a small community for a long time and would never be adopted by big companies, large institutions, or even the country.
However, I'm fairly certain there are groups that have gained insight and accumulated Bitcoin. I read stories about these people; it's essential to have insight and be among the first to adopt something new that has potential for the future.