Prominent conservative commentator Tucker Carlson has stirred significant controversy within the digital currency space by suggesting that Bitcoin's enigmatic creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, might have connections to United States intelligence agencies.
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Carlson's Controversial Claims
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During a recent Turning Point USA gathering honoring activist Charlie Kirk, Carlson expressed deep skepticism toward Bitcoin, describing it as potentially "a scam of sorts" orchestrated by financial elites and political insiders.
"I worry it could become like so many other institutions in our nation—controlled by a small group of financial beneficiaries who reap all the rewards, working alongside the politicians they influence to strengthen their grip on American society," Carlson told attendees.
The commentator revealed his personal preference for traditional precious metals over cryptocurrency, stating plainly: "I'm a gold buyer." He challenged the fundamental premise of trusting an asset whose origins remain shrouded in mystery.
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Questioning Bitcoin's Origins
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Carlson specifically highlighted the unknown identity of Bitcoin's creator as a central point of concern for potential investors.
"Nobody can properly explain who Satoshi was—this mysterious figure who apparently passed away, yet nobody actually knows his true identity," Carlson remarked.
Drawing from his background growing up in Washington D.C. within a government family, he added: "My guess would be the CIA. I can't provide proof, but you're asking people to invest in something created by an anonymous founder who possesses billions in untouched Bitcoin. What does that represent?"
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The Enduring Satoshi Mystery
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Nakamoto first introduced the concept of decentralized digital currency through a groundbreaking white paper published in 2008. After mining Bitcoin's inaugural block in January 2009, the creator vanished from public view, leaving behind one of the internet's most persistent mysteries.
According to data from Arkham Intelligence, cryptocurrency wallets associated with Satoshi contain approximately 1.096 million BTC, valued at nearly $120 billion at current market prices.
Carlson's comments emerge as Bitcoin maintains a trading position around $108,800, showing modest daily gains while remaining relatively stable throughout the week.
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Community Response and Counterarguments
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The cryptocurrency community quickly responded to Carlson's assertions. Marty Bent, founder of media outlet TFTC, argued that Carlson's theory fundamentally misunderstands Bitcoin's core principles.
"Whether the CIA developed Bitcoin is irrelevant. Even if they did—which they didn't—anyone can examine the code to verify it functions as designed. That verification process is what truly matters," Bent stated.
Strike CEO Jack Mallers further emphasized that Carlson "simply doesn't grasp Bitcoin's fundamental nature," noting that the digital asset's transparent, open-source architecture makes it inherently resistant to centralized manipulation, regardless of Satoshi's actual identity.
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Recent Satoshi Wallet Activity
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In related developments, an unidentified wallet recently transferred $20,000 worth of Bitcoin to Nakamoto's Genesis Block address, representing the largest movement to the Bitcoin creator's wallet in four months.
Analysts at Arkham Intelligence suggested the transaction could represent either an accidental exchange withdrawal or a deliberate tribute from an early Bitcoin supporter paying homage to Nakamoto's legacy.
This recent transfer continues a established pattern of occasional substantial donations to Satoshi's wallets, often connected to exchange withdrawal processes. Historical records show transactions ranging from several thousand dollars to over one million dollars throughout Bitcoin's history.
Carlson's skeptical position notably contrasts with increasing institutional acceptance of Bitcoin, which now enjoys support from multiple U.S.-approved exchange-traded funds and major financial institutions.
