FBI Breaks Silence About Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto

As a seasoned analyst with over two decades of experience in the tech and finance industries, I’ve seen my fair share of enigmas, but none quite like the elusive figure behind Bitcoin – Satoshi Nakamoto.


In response to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) inquiry made by well-known tech magnate and misinformation analyst Dave Troy, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has addressed matters regarding the elusive figure behind Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto.

On Troy’s X social media platform, the FBI posted a statement suggesting that Satoshi might be one or several unknown persons. They further clarified that they cannot verify or refute the presence of such individuals.

Troy mentioned he intends to challenge the decision made, noting he hopes to uncover any details the FBI could potentially have regarding the topic. This data could aid in identifying Satoshi, though it’s not his main focus at this time.

As a researcher delving into the intriguing world of cryptocurrencies, I must acknowledge that the true identity of Bitcoin’s creator – last publicly active online in 2014 – continues to be one of the most captivating enigmas within this digital realm. Numerous individuals have put forth claims to be Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous inventor, with Australian computer scientist Craig Wright being the most recognized contender thus far.

Speculation surrounding the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto has led to numerous, unsubstantiated theories about possible conspiracies. Some have even proposed the idea that the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) might be involved in the creation of Bitcoin.

Hal Finney, a renowned cyberpunk figure and computer scientist who sadly passed away in 2014 due to Lou Gehrig’s disease, is often considered the most probable candidate for Satoshi Nakamoto. This is because he was the recipient of the very first Bitcoin transaction. However, Jameson Lopp, cofounder of Casa, recently presented strong arguments suggesting that Finney was probably not Satoshi.

In a development reported by U.Today, it appears that Satoshi may no longer hold the title of the largest Bitcoin holder next year. This projection is made by Eric Balchunas, a renowned ETF analyst, based on the current rate at which BlackRock’s IBIT is receiving inflows. If this trend continues, the combined holdings of U.S. Bitcoin ETFs could surpass Satoshi’s by next year. Furthermore, it is believed that Satoshi’s reported 1.1 million Bitcoin fortune might be overstated.

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2024-08-13 18:15