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MNN Global · April 10, 2026 · 1 min read

British Scientist Denies Being Bitcoin Creator Named by New York Times

What happened: A British computer scientist and entrepreneur has denied claims by the New York Times that he is Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of Bitcoin.

Why it matters:

  • Clarifies the ongoing mystery surrounding Bitcoin's anonymous creator.
  • Impacts public and media perceptions of Bitcoin's origins and credibility.

MNN Take: The identity of Bitcoin's creator remains unconfirmed, with this denial maintaining the anonymity that has long surrounded Satoshi Nakamoto.

Sources: BBC Technology