Hal Finney: Unlikely to be Satoshi Nakamoto, Says Bitcoin Researcher
According to Bitcoin researcher Jameson Lopp, Hal Finney, despite being a suspect, is unlikely to be Satoshi Nakamoto.
Lopp highlights solid evidence that shows Finney was participating in a long-distance race while Satoshi was active.
He also points out notable differences in coding style and lifestyle between Finney and Nakamoto.
The Controversy surrounding the Identity of Satoshi Nakamoto
Since the beginning of Bitcoin, the question of the identity of its mysterious creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, has fueled numerous speculations.
Over the years, several individuals have been considered as the possible inventor of Bitcoin. People like Craig Wright have even claimed this identity in order to profit from the name. Others, such as Hal Finney himself, have been targeted due to the possibility of being Satoshi, despite their previous denials.
Uncontestable Alibis for Finney
Renowned Bitcoin researcher Jameson Lopp provides strong evidence demonstrating the impossibility of Hal Finney being Satoshi Nakamoto. One of the most convincing pieces of evidence is the fact that Finney, an avid runner, was participating in a 16-kilometer race at the same time that Satoshi Nakamoto was exchanging messages with Mike Hearn, a Bitcoin developer. Furthermore, Hearn worked for Google in Zurich, and his IP address confirms the timing of these communications.
Coding Styles and Lifestyle Differences: Worlds Apart
In addition to this alibi, Lopp also compared the coding styles between Finney and Nakamoto, revealing distinct differences. Furthermore, while Nakamoto always sought to remain in the shadows, Finney was much more open about his personal life, although he strongly defended the right to privacy.
Jameson Lopp concludes by emphasizing the importance of preserving the mystery surrounding the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, suggesting that Bitcoin is far more powerful as an idea than if it were associated with an individual.
