In Lugano, Switzerland, a statue dedicated to the anonymous creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto, has been stolen. This incident has greatly affected both the local community and the global crypto scene.
Theft of Satoshi Nakamoto Statue
The statue of Satoshi Nakamoto, located at Parco Ciani in Lugano, was stolen less than a year after its installation. The group Satoshigallery confirmed the theft on August 3 and is offering a reward of 0.1 Bitcoin (over $11,000) for any information that helps recover the statue.
Details of the Statue and Its Significance
The statue was created by Italian artist Valentina Picozzi. It was made from 304 stainless steel and corten blocks. The artwork showed a hooded, faceless figure sitting at a laptop, designed to disappear when viewed from the front or back, symbolizing the anonymity of Satoshi. The statue was unveiled in October 2024 during the Plan B Forum, organized by the City of Lugano and Tether.
Other Monuments to Satoshi Nakamoto
In 2021, a bronze statue was installed in Graphisoft Park in Budapest, Hungary. This artwork had a mirrored face, allowing viewers to see their own reflection, symbolizing that 'we are all Satoshi.' A small Italian town of Fornelli is also preparing to unveil a public monument dedicated to Satoshi Nakamoto.
The theft of the Satoshi Nakamoto statue has shocked the crypto community and is a significant event for local residents. Despite this, the plan to install monuments in 21 cities around the world continues.
