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Bitcoin Figure Adam Back Denies Being Satoshi Nakamoto

Adam Back, a prominent cryptographer, has denied being Bitcoin's pseudonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto following a New York Times investigation that identified him as the leading candidate. The investigation, led by journalist John Carreyrou, analyzed over 134,000 posts from cryptography mailing lists and found Back's writing style—including specific hyphenation quirks, British spellings, and formatting habits—closely matched Satoshi's. A key piece of evidence was a 2023 tweet where Back wrote "We Are All Satoshi," which he clarified was merely a reference to a short film and not a hidden admission. Back dismissed the findings, arguing that his extensive public participation in digital cash discussions naturally produced more data points for analysis. He emphasized that he does not know Satoshi's identity and stated that Bitcoin benefits from having no known founder, as it reinforces its status as a decentralized asset.

bitcoinist04/10 06:03

Bitcoin Figure Adam Back Denies Being Satoshi Nakamoto

bitcoinist04/10 06:03

Crypto Donations Face Ban As Canada Steps Up Election Security Measures

Canada's "Strong and Free Elections Act" proposes a ban on cryptocurrency, money order, and prepaid card donations to political parties and third-party groups, citing traceability concerns and foreign interference risks. Penalties include fines up to $25,000 for individuals and $100,000 for corporations, plus repayment of up to double the contribution amount. The bill also targets AI-generated deepfakes that mislead voters. This follows a failed 2024 attempt and a recommendation from Canada’s chief electoral officer. The UK action the same day reflects broader Western democratic concerns about anonymous digital payments in elections.

bitcoinist03/30 00:02

Crypto Donations Face Ban As Canada Steps Up Election Security Measures

bitcoinist03/30 00:02

Crypto donations face UK crackdown as report warns of ‘unacceptable risk’

A UK parliamentary report warns that cryptocurrency donations pose an "unacceptable risk" to political finance integrity, potentially leading to tighter restrictions or an outright ban. The report highlights that cryptoassets, treated as property rather than legal tender, operate in a regulatory grey area. Key concerns include the ability to obscure fund origins through mixers, privacy tokens, chain-hopping, and AI-assisted micro-transactions evading detection thresholds. Foreign or illicit funds could enter the political system undetected via crypto’s cross-border capabilities, creating a "last mile" problem where funds appear legitimate once converted to fiat. The report recommends a moratorium on crypto donations until stronger safeguards—such as clearer compliance frameworks, enhanced due diligence, and improved tracing—are established. This signals a broader regulatory shift toward greater scrutiny and control of crypto in political financing.

ambcrypto03/18 17:12

Crypto donations face UK crackdown as report warns of ‘unacceptable risk’

ambcrypto03/18 17:12

Vitalik Wrote a Proposal Teaching You How to Stealthily Use AI Large Models

Vitalik Buterin and Ethereum Foundation's AI lead Davide Crapis co-authored a proposal titled "ZK API Usage Credits," which introduces a method for anonymously accessing AI models like ChatGPT using zero-knowledge proofs. Instead of requiring users to register and link personal information, the proposal suggests depositing funds (e.g., 100 USDC) into a smart contract. Users can then generate a zero-knowledge proof to verify they are on an encrypted whitelist and have sufficient balance—without revealing their identity. This approach aims to protect user privacy while preventing abuse. Although still in the research phase and facing skepticism, the proposal reflects Vitalik's broader focus on privacy and Ethereum's potential role in providing a tamper-proof data layer in the AI era, where verification and anonymity may become increasingly critical.

比推03/13 14:51

Vitalik Wrote a Proposal Teaching You How to Stealthily Use AI Large Models

Vitalik Buterin and Ethereum Foundation's AI lead Davide Crapis proposed a system called "ZK API Usage Credits" that enables anonymous access to AI models like ChatGPT using zero-knowledge proofs. Instead of registering with personal details, users deposit funds (e.g., 100 USDC) into a smart contract. Each API request is accompanied by a ZK proof verifying the user is on the approved list and has sufficient balance—without revealing their identity. This approach prioritizes privacy in an AI-dominated era where user interactions are increasingly personal. Vitalik has been actively discussing AI, emphasizing Ethereum’s role as an immutable, censorship-resistant data layer in a world flooded with AI-generated content. He argues that as AI makes fabrication easier, trusted public ledges become essential. The Ethereum Foundation has expanded its privacy research team and integrated AI and privacy into its roadmap, signaling a strategic alignment with future demands for verifiable and private digital infrastructure. Although the proposal is still theoretical and faces skepticism, it highlights a growing need for privacy-preserving technologies as AI usage escalates.

marsbit03/13 06:25

A $117 Million XRP Deal Just Happened, And No One Knows Who Did It

A staggering $117 million worth of XRP (81 million tokens) was transferred between two unidentified wallets on the Ripple blockchain, drawing significant attention due to its scale and anonymity. Crypto analyst Ripple Bull Winkle shared on-chain data confirming the transaction but noted that the identities of the sender and receiver remain unknown. The lack of exchange involvement and wallet labels has led to speculation that a whale may be accumulating XRP ahead of a potential market shift or acting on insider information. The transfer occurred amid a broader decline in XRP’s price, which has fallen from 2025 highs above $3 to under $1.50. Market analyst Crypto Tony described the current trend as "most certainly bearish," suggesting further downside toward $1.38. Commenters are divided on whether the move signals upcoming selling or is merely a routine operational transfer.

bitcoinist02/20 04:02

A $117 Million XRP Deal Just Happened, And No One Knows Who Did It

bitcoinist02/20 04:02

Dialogue with a16z Crypto Partner: Privacy Will Become the Most Important 'Moat' in Cryptocurrency

In a discussion with a16z Crypto’s Ali Yahya, the argument is made that privacy will become the most critical moat in the cryptocurrency space, driving winner-take-all network effects. As blockchains become increasingly commoditized and performance differences narrow, privacy stands out as a key differentiator. Unlike social media, where users may overlook privacy, financial activities demand confidentiality—individuals and institutions will not tolerate transparent exposure of salaries, transactions, or spending habits. Privacy creates strong user lock-in due to the difficulty of migrating secrets between chains. Moving private assets risks exposing metadata, reducing anonymity set size, and compromising security. Thus, users are likely to remain on chains with the largest anonymity pools, reinforcing network effects. Several technologies enable privacy: zero-knowledge proofs (currently leading), fully homomorphic encryption (still theoretical), multi-party computation (for key management), and trusted execution environments (most practical for performance). Hybrid approaches may emerge. Despite concerns around centralization, privacy chains can remain decentralized if they are open-source, verifiable, and node-distributed. Looking ahead, quantum computing poses a long-term threat but is not an immediate risk, while AI’s pervasive data collection will only heighten the demand for privacy.

marsbit02/02 01:26

Dialogue with a16z Crypto Partner: Privacy Will Become the Most Important 'Moat' in Cryptocurrency

marsbit02/02 01:26

Tether's Two Faces: USAT as the Legal Persona, and USDT as the Gray Empire

Tether, the issuer of the world's largest stablecoin USDT, is launching a new U.S.-focused stablecoin called USAT in September 2025, marking a strategic shift toward regulatory compliance. USDT, with $170 billion in assets, has long dominated the global crypto market but faced criticism over its opaque reserves and offshore structure. To legitimize its operations in the U.S., Tether is deploying a three-pronged strategy: appointing Bo Hines, a 29-year-old former White House advisor who helped draft stablecoin legislation, as CEO of USAT; partnering with Cantor Fitzgerald, a primary dealer of U.S. Treasuries, to back USAT with transparent, Treasury-heavy reserves; and using Anchorage Digital Bank, a federally chartered crypto bank, for issuance and compliance. USAT will be headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. This move directly challenges Circle’s USDC, the leading compliant stablecoin in the U.S., and signals Tether’s attempt to shed its "shadow empire" image. While USDT will continue serving global markets, USAT aims to capture institutional and domestic demand, potentially reshaping the stablecoin landscape. However, Tether’s success hinges on regulatory acceptance and execution amid growing competition from Circle, Paxos, and traditional finance giants like Visa and Mastercard.

marsbit01/28 12:27

Tether's Two Faces: USAT as the Legal Persona, and USDT as the Gray Empire

marsbit01/28 12:27

Anonymous Cryptocurrency Monero Hits New All-Time High. What's Driving the Growth?

Anonymous cryptocurrency Monero (XMR) reached a new all-time high of nearly $598.50 on January 12, 2026, according to data from Kraken exchange. The price later corrected to around $580. This surpassed its previous peak of over $517 from May 2021. Over the past 24 hours, XMR surged by almost 20%, significantly outperforming major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, which saw minimal price changes. Since the beginning of the year, Monero's price has increased by more than 30%, continuing its strong performance from 2025 when it was one of the top-performing major cryptocurrencies. This growth occurred without significant news, institutional capital inflows, or major events, unlike other leading digital assets. Monero is now the 12th largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization at approximately $10.5 billion, making it the largest privacy-focused coin. Its main competitor, Zcash (ZEC), has a market cap of $6.6 billion but has faced recent selling pressure, including a 20% price drop in early January following the announcement that one of its development teams was leaving. The coin's inherent privacy features, which make all transactions anonymous and untraceable by default, have led to its delisting from major exchanges like Binance, OKX, and Bybit due to regulatory pressure. Despite these challenges and increasing regulatory scrutiny—such as a new ban on private cryptocurrencies that took effect in Dubai's DIFC on January 12—analysts note a growing investor interest in the privacy coin sector. The Bank of Russia has also proposed a ban on acquiring anonymous crypto assets whose transaction trails cannot be tracked.

RBK-crypto01/12 12:06

Anonymous Cryptocurrency Monero Hits New All-Time High. What's Driving the Growth?

RBK-crypto01/12 12:06

Why India’s new crypto rules leave little room for anonymity

India's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has introduced stricter crypto regulations, effective from January 12, requiring enhanced verification processes beyond traditional ID checks. New measures include live selfie verification with actions like blinking, biometric authentication, geo-tagging, IP address collection, and penny-drop bank account validation. These steps aim to prevent deepfake fraud and money laundering, aligning with the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Crypto exchanges must now implement a three-level compliance system, conduct ongoing due diligence, screen users against sanctions lists, and maintain records for five years. The rules also classify ICOs as high-risk and enforce the "Travel Rule" for transparent transaction trails. India's move signals a tightening of digital asset oversight amid evolving global standards.

ambcrypto01/12 10:52