On April 8, Decrypt reported that a cryptocurrency lawyer believes the U.S. government may hold the key to uncovering the identity of Bitcoin's founder, Satoshi Nakamoto. James Murphy filed a lawsuit under the Freedom of Information Act against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on April 7, claiming that the department knows Satoshi Nakamoto's identity.
Murphy stated that the purpose of his lawsuit is to obtain documents regarding a senior agent's claim that DHS interviewed Satoshi Nakamoto in 2019. He quoted Agent Rana Saoud's remarks, stating that the agent had traveled to California to speak with Satoshi Nakamoto and several others and learned about how Bitcoin works.
Murphy believes that if the interview did take place, there should be relevant records. He requested that DHS release all documents related to this matter, including speeches, interview records, and any possible evidence. If DHS refuses to disclose, Murphy stated he will continue to pursue the case until this mystery is solved.