Ahead of the release of a new HBO documentary promising to reveal Satoshi Nakamoto's identity, the public is actively debating who truly is the creator of Bitcoin. Dogecoin creator Billy Markus shares his skepticism about the film's expected disappointments.

The Creation Story of Dogecoin

Billy Markus and Jackson Palmer created Dogecoin in 2013 as a humorous alternative to Bitcoin, using BTC's code as a foundation. Markus, also known as 'Shibetoshi Nakamoto' on the X platform (formerly Twitter), frequently jokes about the true identity of Satoshi, adding a comedic perspective to the discussions.

Bets on Satoshi's Identity

According to Polymarket, 75% of users believe Len Sassaman could be the real Satoshi Nakamoto. Officially, Sassaman, a noted cryptographer, took his life in 2011, after which Satoshi made his last post on the BitcoinTalk forum. The film features figures like Adam Back, who has repeatedly denied being Satoshi.

Billy Markus' Skepticism and Adam Back's Comments

Billy Markus expects the HBO film to offer no real revelations, expressing hope for another dose of underwhelm. Adam Back emphasizes that nobody knows who Satoshi is, and perhaps that's for the best, as mystery shrouds the Bitcoin creator's name.

While the public speculates on the film's potential outcomes, Billy Markus remains skeptical, not anticipating any credible unveilings. The identity of Satoshi Nakamoto remains one of the most enigmatic questions in the cryptocurrency world.