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Attorney James Murphy is taking legal steps to compel the U.S. government to disclose the identity of Bitcoin’s mysterious creator, known as Satoshi Nakamoto. Murphy has filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), demanding access to documents allegedly tied to statements made by a senior DHS agent who claimed they had identified and personally interviewed Nakamoto.
Alleged DHS Interview with Satoshi Sparks Legal Action
According to Murphy, the lawsuit seeks to obtain documents, emails, recordings, and any official correspondence related to the supposed interview with Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto.
He refers specifically to a public statement made by DHS agent Rana Saoud, who claimed during a 2019 financial crime and intelligence conference that agents had spoken with Nakamoto in California. She further stated that three individuals had assisted Nakamoto in developing Bitcoin.
“I filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security under the Freedom of Information Act, requesting all materials related to the agent’s claim that they located and interviewed Satoshi Nakamoto,” Murphy explained.
Murphy: This Needs to Be Verified—Or Disproven
Murphy acknowledges that the agent may have been mistaken, and it’s possible DHS never actually met Nakamoto or knows his real identity. However, he insists that the public deserves clarity. If the agency refuses to disclose the information, Murphy vows to continue pursuing the truth through legal channels.
The Great Mystery of the 21st Century–Who is Bitcoin Creator “Satoshi Nakamoto?”
The United States Government claims to know the answer–but isn’t talking.
So, today I sued the U.S. Government to find out exactly what it knows.
🧵👇
— MetaLawMan (@MetaLawMan) April 7, 2025
Crypto Community Pushes Back: “This Could Be Harmful”
The move has sparked a wave of criticism within the crypto community, with many arguing that Murphy’s legal action does more harm than good. They warn that unmasking Nakamoto could destabilize the Bitcoin network, threaten personal safety, and violate the foundational ethos of decentralization.
One major concern is that Satoshi Nakamoto controls at least 968,452 BTC, currently valued at approximately $74.4 billion. Any shift in that massive sum—or even the hint of movement—could cause market panic or manipulation concerns.
ZachXBT: “Nobody Needs to Know Who Satoshi Is”
Renowned blockchain investigator ZachXBT was among those who strongly criticized Murphy’s initiative.
“No one needs to know who Satoshi is. Trying to get court documents to expose someone’s identity makes you look like a clown desperate for attention,” he wrote.
For many in the blockchain world, Satoshi Nakamoto’s anonymity is sacred. It protects not only the integrity of Bitcoin but also the philosophy of decentralization upon which the entire crypto ecosystem is built.
Conclusion: Legal Transparency vs. Decentralized Ideals
Murphy’s lawsuit raises a serious ethical dilemma. On one side is the principle of transparency and government accountability. On the other stands the privacy and ideological foundation of Bitcoin.
As the legal process unfolds, the crypto world watches closely—wondering if the mystery behind Satoshi Nakamoto will finally be solved, or if some secrets are better left buried.
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