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Craig Wright: Sentenced for Contempt and Recent Legal Proceedings

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 months ago


Dr. Craig Wright, who claims to be Bitcoin's creator, has been sentenced to one year in prison for contempt of court. The sentence is suspended for two years. Wright has also been ordered to pay £145,000 in costs.

Controversial Lawsuit and Court Ruling

Craig Wright's legal journey began with an ambitious lawsuit against cryptocurrency developers, demanding £900 billion in damages. The claims focused on changes to the Bitcoin system like Taproot and Segregated Witness. The court quickly dismissed his accusations and prohibited him from calling himself Satoshi Nakamoto.

Wright's Continued Defiance and Legal Setbacks

Despite the court's ruling, Wright pursued further legal action with a new lawsuit over Bitcoin's intellectual property rights, again seeking £900 billion. The court found his actions malevolent towards the defendants, accusing him of lies and forgery.

Wright's Persistent Claims of Being Nakamoto

Craig Wright maintains he is Satoshi Nakamoto despite overwhelming evidence and legal defeats. He claims a conspiracy against him, which the court has dismissed as groundless.

Craig Wright's saga continues to generate interest, with ongoing legal battles despite numerous denials and court rulings against him. His persistence may lead to further legal disputes and discussions within the cryptocurrency community.

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