HBO recently aired the documentary Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery, addressing the identity of Bitcoin's creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, suggesting Peter Todd as the individual behind the pseudonym, a proposal stirring discussions within the crypto community.

The Enigmatic Satoshi Nakamoto

Directed by Cullen Hoback, the documentary explores the mysterious identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of Bitcoin. Despite numerous theories, Nakamoto's true identity remains unknown.

Evidence Pointing to Todd

Hoback bases his claim on a 2010 BitcoinTalk forum post where he believes Todd mistakenly continued a message from Satoshi under his own account. Todd's use of the pseudonym 'John Dillon' and British and Canadian spellings are highlighted as evidence.

Criticism and Response

Gregory Maxwell disputed these claims, noting Todd's lack of direct connection to Satoshi. Todd also responded on X (formerly Twitter), agreeing with Maxwell’s observation. Maxwell warned that such misidentifications could lead to threats.

The documentary has sparked mixed reactions in the crypto community. While the theory about Todd as Satoshi gained attention, key figures like Maxwell argue that the evidence is insufficient.