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New Research Suggests Hal Finney Was Not Satoshi Nakamoto
22.10.2023
In an extensive analysis, the American software engineer and columnist Jameson Lopp tackles the enduring mystery of Bitcoin’s creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. While many have speculated that computer scientist Hal Finney was behind the pseudonym, Lopp presents several compelling instances that...
SEC ‘Surrender,’ Fear of Middle East Escalation, Meme Coin Market Update — Bitcoin.com News Week in Review
22.10.2023
In big crypto and finance news this week, the SEC has dropped its lawsuit against top Ripple execs, Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio speculates on war in the context of strife in the Middle East, and a look at the meme coin market’s performance in 2023. This and more just below, in the latest...
Unraveling the Online Legacy of Satoshi Nakamoto: Bitcoin’s Mysterious Creator
19.10.2023
The mysterious Satoshi Nakamoto appeared online nearly 600 times through emails and forum posts. Records of Nakamoto’s writings indicate he was most active in July and August. While Nakamoto covered many topics, Bitcoin’s inventor was notably visible when sharing new release...
Bitcoin-centric AI language model aims to drive BTC education and adoption
19.10.2023
Spirit of Satoshi is a novel AI language model trained on seminal Bitcoin resources to drive education and power BTC-related products and services
The product-market fit nuances in Web3
19.10.2023
While the core principles of product-market fit (PMF) remain consistent, their application in the Web3 context has evolved
Snowden Talks Risks of Bitcoin ETFs and Anonymity Concerns at Amsterdam Conference
17.10.2023
Renowned whistleblower Edward Snowden spoke at the 2023 Bitcoin Conference in Amsterdam last week, shedding light on several pressing issues surrounding Bitcoin.
Known for his advocacy of cryptocurrencies, Snowden’s address covered a range of topics, from Bitcoin's struggle with anonymity to...
Ian Freeman Sentenced for Selling Bitcoin Without License, Judge Swats Down SEC Appeal in Ripple Case, and More — Week in Review
8.10.2023
Free Talk Live co-host Ian Freeman has been sentenced to eight years in prison for selling bitcoin without a license, the SEC has taken in a loss in its push for interlocutory appeal against Ripple, and a verified “Satoshi” handled has stirred up controversy and debate on social media...
‘Verified Satoshi’ Handle on X Triggers Debate Among Bitcoin Circles, Elon Musk Called to Act
4.10.2023
On the social media platform X (formally Twitter), an account created in 2018 is causing a lot of uproar as the account is called “@satoshi,” and has a verified check mark confirming its identity. A few bitcoin influencers have called on Elon Musk to remove the account’s checkmark,...
Elon Musk told to dump Satoshi ‘X’ account: crypto community
3.10.2023
The crypto community has asked Elon Musk to remove the X account under the name of Satoshi Nakamoto claiming it is in breach of the platform’s terms of use
Did the NSA Invent Bitcoin? A 1996 Research Paper Reignites the Debate
22.9.2023
A recent buzz within crypto circles revolves around a 1996 research paper from the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA). There’s burgeoning speculation: did the NSA lay the groundwork for Bitcoin? Indeed, there are striking similarities between the NSA document and the Bitcoin white paper....
Resurfaced Video From 1998 Shows Alleged Bitcoin Creator Hal Finney Discussing Cryptographic Technology
22.9.2023
A recently resurfaced video from 1998 has stirred up speculations regarding the alleged involvement of Hal Finney, an American software developer and early Bitcoin pioneer, in the creation of the flagship cryptocurrency.
The footage captures Finney discussing zero-knowledge proofs during the 18th...
Nic Carter doubles down on theory Bitcoin was invented by NSA
22.9.2023
The decades old ‘NSA created Bitcoin’ theory has again made the rounds on social media, with one Bitcoin advocate adding more weight to his ongoing theory
Crypto for Advisors: Bitcoin and the Bull
31.8.2023
What’s behind the bull case for bitcoin? Brian Rudick and Matt Kunke from GSR take us through the reasons in today’s Crypto for Advisors newsletter
Bitcoin Developers Allege Craig Wright’s ‘Bogus’ Claims May Lead To An Admission In The Collapse Of Mt. Gox
22.8.2023
Defense attorneys for 12 Bitcoin (BTC) core developers in the lawsuit filed by Craig Wright say the false ownership claims to Bitcoin can expose him to liabilities relating to the 80,000 stolen Bitcoin from Mt. Gox.
Craig Wright claims he is the mysterious Satoshi Nakamoto and filed a lawsuit...
Cashtokens Upgrade 3 Months Out: BCH Developers Building NFT Creator Studio, Marketplaces, Wallets, and More
16.8.2023
With the Bitcoin Cash network’s May 15 Cashtokens upgrade now three months behind us, bustling development in non-custodial wallets, marketplaces, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), games, and other applications continues unabated. Paytaca wallet CEO Joemar Taganna notes that “improvements...
Decade-Old Wisdom: Unpacking Satoshi Nakamoto’s Definitive Quote on Bitcoin Transaction Challenges, 13 Years On
29.7.2023
Thirteen years ago to the day, the enigmatic creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto, pronounced a quote that has since reverberated across various contexts. This prominent aphorism: “If you don’t believe me or don’t get it, I don’t have time to try to convince...
British Court Grants Appeal to Craig Wright in Bitcoin Copyright Lawsuit
22.7.2023
A British court has granted an appeal to Craig Wright to argue his case in a copyright lawsuit concerning Bitcoin (BTC), according to a recent court filing.
Wright, who has claimed to be the creator of Bitcoin since 2016, has filed a lawsuit against 13 Bitcoin Core developers and several...
Craig Wright Will Be Able to Fight Bitcoin Copyright Claim in UK After Winning Appeal
21.7.2023
Craig Wright, who claims to be Bitcoin inventor Satoshi Nakamoto, will be able to argue his case that the Bitcoin file format should receive copyright protection under UK law after a bench of three UK judges accepted his appeal to a previous court denial, according to a court filing
Investigation Reveals Bitcoin's Creator Satoshi Nakamoto Could Be a Group, Not an Individual
17.7.2023
The identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the enigmatic creator of Bitcoin (BTC), has been a subject of intense curiosity and speculation since the advent of the leading cryptocurrency.
While many envision a single genius behind its inception, there is growing evidence to suggest that Nakamoto...
The Many Facts That Indicate Bitcoin’s Creator Satoshi Nakamoto Was More Than One Person
16.7.2023
Ever since the genesis of Bitcoin, the identity of its creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, has remained shrouded in profound intrigue, evolving into one of the most captivating enigmas of all time. While numerous speculators picture a solitary genius behind its inception, it’s plausible that this...