A VanEck analyst is stirring things up with a bold claim: Twitter founder Jack Dorsey is secretly Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin.
The Dorsey-Satoshi Connection
This isn’t an official VanEck position, but the head of their digital asset research believes the evidence linking Dorsey to Satoshi is “compelling.” He points to several intriguing coincidences:
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Japan Connection: Around the time the original Bitcoin whitepaper was released, Dorsey was in Japan and shared a link to a cryptography website. Simultaneously, Satoshi contacted Adam Back (a prominent figure in cryptography) from an anonymous email address, and the Bitcoin.org domain was registered using a similar anonymous address in Tokyo.
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Adam Back Admiration: Dorsey has been a fan of Adam Back (now CEO of Blockstream) since his teens, even sporting a Back-related shirt in his college yearbook.
The analyst presented his findings in a report titled “Jack Dorsey = Bitcoin,” highlighting these and other parallels.
Why This Matters (and Why It’s Controversial)
The analyst argues that publicly discussing this theory, even if it’s controversial, is beneficial. He believes it could:
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Reduce speculation: The mystery surrounding Satoshi’s massive Bitcoin holdings (estimated at 1.1 million BTC) fuels market anxieties. Knowing if Dorsey is Satoshi could ease those fears. The analyst notes that other theories, like the one involving imprisoned Paul Le Roux, also contribute to this uncertainty.
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Improve transparency: If Dorsey is Satoshi, he could address concerns about the safety of his holdings and plan for succession, aligning with Bitcoin’s decentralized nature.
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Strengthen Bitcoin’s investment case: Clarity on Satoshi’s identity could build long-term confidence in Bitcoin’s resilience.
The analyst acknowledges that his theory might be met with strong reactions, but insists it’s a discussion worth having. Even if Dorsey isn’t Satoshi, the investigation itself could lead to valuable insights.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not financial advice. Always conduct your own thorough research before making any investment decisions./p>
