Satoshi Nakamoto Delivered Final Words on Bitcoin 13 Years Ago Today
Thirteen years ago, on April 23, the enigmatic figure known as Satoshi Nakamoto delivered his final instructions on the Bitcoin (BTC) ecosystem. This landmark moment, occurring just four months after Nakamoto's last public statement in December 2010, marked a pivotal juncture in the trajectory of the world's leading cryptocurrency.
In emails revealed from former Bitcoin Core developer Mike Hearn, Nakamoto expressed a sense of passing the torch, stating, "I've moved on to other things. It's in good hands with Gavin and everyone."
Speculation abounds regarding Nakamoto's motivations for stepping back from the project. Some suggest a divergence in vision, particularly in light of efforts to align Bitcoin with initiatives like WikiLeaks donations. Others point to external pressures, such as the reported CIA inquiry into Gavin Andresen, a key figure in the cryptographic community.
