The Federal Bureau of Investigation released a statement on Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious Bitcoin founder, indicating they are unable to confirm or deny the existence of related records. This follows a FOIA request from Dave Troy.
FBI cannot provide any information on whether they have any documentation or data related to Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious creator of Bitcoin.
About Satoshi Nakamoto
Satoshi Nakamoto is the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin, the world’s first decentralised cryptocurrency. Despite various investigations, Nakamoto’s true identity remains unknown. Nakamoto authored the original Bitcoin whitepaper and established the protocol that underpins the cryptocurrency.
The entrepreneur and technology expert Dave Troy, pursued information on Nakamoto via the ‘All other subjects’ request category, which is used for broad inquiries not focused on deceased persons. The bureau also clarified that it cannot confirm or deny the existence of any records related to this individual or group.
Troy’s main focus is not on unmasking Nakamoto directly but on acquiring any relevant information from the FBI that could potentially assist in uncovering Nakamoto’s identity.
The FBI’s statement compounds the mystery of Satoshi Nakamoto, who is commonly believed to be a group operating under one pseudonym. Troy’s FOIA request was aimed at discovering any FBI records related to Nakamoto, with a focus on gaining a deeper understanding of the issue rather than uncovering the person’s true identity.
Hal Finney, a well-known figure from Bitcoin’s early days, is often suggested as a possible candidate for being Nakamoto. However, recent information has cast doubt on this idea.
In the cryptocurrency world, the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto continues to be a highly debated topic, with various theories and claims surfacing over the years. The FBI’s latest statement has further fueled this ongoing interest.
