Former Bitcoin developer Peter Todd refutes claims linking him to Bitcoin’s creation. The controversy arises from HBO’s upcoming documentary.
Peter Todd’s Denial Amid Documentary Speculation
Peter Todd, an early Bitcoin developer, firmly denied allegations of being Bitcoin’s creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. Speculations were stirred by leaked clips from HBO’s upcoming documentary Money Electric: the Bitcoin Mystery, where Todd is seemingly portrayed as the mastermind behind Bitcoin.
Todd’s Response to Filmmaker Cullen Hoback
Todd, in an email to CoinDesk, called out filmmaker Cullen Hoback, stating that his theories were “grasping at straws.” He firmly denied any connection to Bitcoin’s creation and expressed disbelief at Hoback’s claims.
Humor Amid Accusations
Despite the seriousness of the accusation, Todd treated the matter humorously. When confronted in the documentary, he sarcastically joked, “Of course, I’m Satoshi.” He previously joked similarly during a 2019 podcast with Peter McCormack.
The Odds on Polymarket
As the HBO premiere neared, betting platform Polymarket saw bets favoring “Other/Multiple” as the identity reveal. Todd wasn’t initially listed, which added an interesting twist.
Speculation and Bitcoiners’ Amusement
In the documentary, Todd laughed off the allegations, believing Bitcoiners would find the situation amusing. He criticized the documentary’s approach, implying that it oversimplified the truth.
Backstory and Media Failures
Todd, a known figure in Bitcoin’s early development, has never been a prime suspect in Satoshi Nakamoto speculation. Media outlets have often falsely identified figures like Dorian Nakamoto and Craig Wright, leaving the mystery unsolved.
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