1. Amount of BTC Owned by Satoshi Nakamoto
Estimated 1.1 million BTC: According to Arkham Intelligence reports and analysis by Sergio Demian Lerner (RSK Labs), Satoshi Nakamoto is estimated to own about 1.1 million BTC mined in early 2009–2010. These coins are spread across approximately 20,000 addresses and have never been moved or sold.
- Patoshi Pattern: The early blocks mined by Nakamoto (January–May 2009) exhibit a unique pattern ("Patoshi Pattern") with consistent intervals, reinforcing claims of ownership.
2. Current Wealth Value
- With Bitcoin prices reaching $93,000 by April 25, 2025, Nakamoto's total wealth is estimated at $102 billion (Rp 1,560 trillion). This places them among the richest people in the world, equivalent to the 16th rank on Forbes.
- If BTC reaches $100,000, its value will surge to $110 billion.
3. Ownership Status
- Never Used: Since 2009, there have been no transactions out of Nakamoto's wallet, except for a trial sending of 10 BTC to Hal Finney (the first Bitcoin transaction recipient).
- Genesis Address: The first Bitcoin block (Genesis Block) contains 50 BTC that are unspendable because they are not listed in the global transaction database, possibly due to a technical or intentional error.
4. Potential Market Impact
- Volatility Risk: If Nakamoto suddenly sells a portion of BTC, the market could collapse since the amount represents 5.2% of the total Bitcoin supply (21 million).
- High Liquidity: Nakamoto's wealth is more liquid compared to traditional billionaires like Bernard Arnault (owner of LVMH) because it is entirely in BTC.
5. Identity Speculation
- Jack Dorsey: Recent theories link Twitter's founder as Satoshi Nakamoto due to cryptographic footprints and similar work habits, though there is no conclusive evidence.
- Ongoing Mystery: Nakamoto's identity remains undisclosed, and their wallet has remained "dormant" since 2010.
Conclusion
Satoshi Nakamoto's ownership is the largest in the world of Bitcoin, with a fantastic value that continues to grow alongside the rise in BTC prices. However, their inactivity in using these assets serves as both a stabilizing factor and a source of uncertainty for the market.
