Crypto attorney sues Department of Homeland Security to uncover the identity of Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto
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Crypto attorney James A. Murphy has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) seeking documents about the identity of Bitcoin's mysterious creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. Murphy claims a DHS Special Agent previously suggested knowing Nakamoto's identity and wants to uncover details about the potential interview with the creator(s) of Bitcoin.
April 07, 2025 | 4:30 pm
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The lawsuit could potentially reveal new information about Bitcoin's origins, which might impact market sentiment and perception of the cryptocurrency's foundational narrative.
While the lawsuit doesn't directly change Bitcoin's technical fundamentals, revealing Nakamoto's identity could significantly impact market psychology and investor perception of the cryptocurrency's decentralized nature.
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