Bettors on Polymarket believe Len Sassaman is the frontrunner for HBO’s revelation of Bitcoin’s mysterious creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, with a 55% advantage.
The betting pool, with over $500,000 pledged as of Oct. 4, centers around Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery, an upcoming documentary.
Directed by Cullen Hoback, the documentary fuels speculation about unveiling Nakamoto, although HBO and Hoback haven’t confirmed this directly. Nevertheless, hints in trailers, promos, and a Politico piece suggest a potential revelation.
Len Sassaman
Sassaman, known for PGP encryption and privacy tech, linked to figures like David Chaum and Hal Finney who influenced Bitcoin. His Cypherpunk involvement aligns with Bitcoin’s values, bolstering his candidacy. The Bitcoin blockchain even pays tribute to him, deepening the connection.
Sassaman passed away in 2011, coinciding with Satoshi’s disappearance, sparking conjecture about a correlation.
Other candidates
Sassaman leads the pool, trailed by Finney, Adam Back, Nick Szabo, and Paul Le Roux. Craig Wright, a self-declared Nakamoto, ranks with less than 1% despite legal disputes.
Uncertainty shrouds Satoshi’s identity, with no solid evidence backing theories. Whether an individual or group, Nakamoto’s mystery persists amid Bitcoin’s rise.
If HBO names Sassaman as Bitcoin’s creator, Polymarket bettors win. Otherwise, the market favors other possibilities.
