The alleged Bitcoin creator Dorian Satoshi Nakamotohas has denied claims he is the creator of the virtual currency.
In a pointed statement, Nakamoto again emphatically denied any connection to the cryptocurrency.
According to the Verge, Nakamoto said he did not create, invent or otherwise work on Bitcoin.
According to the report, in his letter, Nakamoto reiterated that he had never even heard of Bitcoin until Newsweek reporter Leah McGrath Goodman began questioning his son in her attempt to reveal the true identity of 'Satoshi Nakamoto'.
You’ve reached your limit of 10 free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Access to Exclusive Premium Stories
Over 30 subscriber-only stories daily, handpicked by our editors


Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share


Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor


Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements


Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app