HBO Film Suggests Peter Todd is Satoshi, Former Bitcoin Developer Denies Claim
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HBO’s highly anticipated documentary Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery has sparked controversy by suggesting that Peter Todd, an early Bitcoin developer, is Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious creator of Bitcoin. Todd quickly denied the allegations, taking to X (formerly Twitter) to refute the claims, but the film has already set the crypto world abuzz.
The nearly two-hour documentary, directed by Cullen Hoback, embarks on a “globe-trotting investigation” to solve one of the internet’s greatest mysteries—unmasking Nakamoto.
Throughout the film, Hoback presents various leads and interviews several experts, gradually narrowing in on the former Bitcoin devloper Peter Todd as the prime suspect. In a dramatic exchange towards the end, Todd is shown teasing Hoback by suggesting he is Nakamoto, only to contradict himself in later moments. This playful banter has left many viewers wondering whether Todd was simply toying with the filmmaker or if the claim carries weight.
Following the film’s premiere, debate erupted online, with some in the crypto community criticizing Hoback’s conclusions. Many took to social media, particularly X, to voice their skepticism. Todd himself expressed frustration, stating that the evidence presented in the documentary was speculative and without substance. Despite Todd’s denials, the film’s revelation has added a fresh layer to the decade-long speculation surrounding Nakamoto’s true identity.
In a statement to CNN, Pete criticized the HBO documentary and filmmakers behind it for being “irresponsible” and putting his life in
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