Dr. Craig Wright, the self-proclaimed creator of Bitcoin, received a suspended one-year prison sentence for contempt of court in the UK.
Controversial Lawsuit and Court Ruling
Wright initiated an ambitious lawsuit against cryptocurrency developers, demanding £900 billion in compensation due to Bitcoin's system changes. The High Court in London dismissed Wright's accusations, leading COPA to charge him with contempt for breaching court orders.
Wright’s Continued Defiance and Legal Setbacks
Despite the ruling, Wright persisted, filing a lawsuit in October claiming IP rights over Bitcoin. Judge Mellor noted that Wright's actions intended to maximize distress to the defendants.
Wright's Persistent Claims of Being Nakamoto
Wright has long claimed to be Satoshi Nakamoto, despite lacking evidence. A UK court ruled in 2021 that Wright was not the Bitcoin creator.
Dr. Craig Wright continues to be embroiled in legal battles, despite numerous evidences against his claims and recent legal defeats.
