Cryptosphere.
2025.
During one of my dives into this techno-lisergic non-place, crossed by concentric waves of financial dadaism, I stumbled upon something anomalous and potentially unique. I met a man who claims to be none other than the Creator. Satoshi Nakamoto himself, the mind behind Bitcoin, the mother asset that 15 years ago gave birth to an entire universe now turned mainstream and an economic battleground between the major powers of the earth.
At the time of writing this interview, the evidence he has provided is not enough to deliver a definitive confirmation, so there are two possibilities:
You are reading an interview with a madman, a mythomaniac.Someone who, despite having no economic interest, enjoys deceiving others and, even though he has a family, is wealthy, and highly educated, has decided to spend much of his time and credibility to build a false narrative for its own sake.It is really Satoshi Nakamoto, and you are reading the first world-exclusive interview with the creator of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies.
The near future will judge, as either way, this is material fitting the Blast standard.
Good evening, Brock, and thank you for your availability for this interview.
Q: Who is Brock Angelle Thibodeaux?
A: I’m from Lafayette, LA, and I studied at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, later continuing my studies in Cybersecurity at Harvard. Before all that, I served in the 75th Ranger Regiment as a 25B (Information Technology Specialist). I’m also the creator of Bitcoin. During COVID, in 2020, I founded Regal.tech LLC in Louisiana, a company that developed technology to track COVID cases.
The project was instrumental in supporting hospitals, emergency rooms, and frontline staff. It was later sold for $125 million. I’m also an avid hiking enthusiast, always seeking new trails and outdoor adventures.
Q: Over the years, many people have claimed to be Satoshi Nakamoto, only to be disproven. What proof do you have to support your claim?
A: Yes, absolutely! Feel free to explore the links I’ve shared here. I’ve also recently written a new paper on Bitcoin, where I dive deeper into some key concepts and ideas that I believe are important for its future. I’d love to hear your thoughts on it!
X | Google Scholar | OrcID | Bitcoin Notes ( 2024 – Current ) | Bitcoin Discussion Paper 2025 |
Proof-of-Identity Complementary Document | Reddit | Flickr 2009 Photo
Q: You created something revolutionary, but chose to remain in the shadows. What led you to not reveal your identity?
A: In order for Bitcoin to succeed in the beginning, I somehow knew that staying in the shadows was the best option. I got lucky with that and am thankful for it to this day.
Q: Does the name “Satoshi Nakamoto” have a special meaning, or was it chosen solely for anonymity?
A: The name was chosen to seem like a strong, humble Samurai-type, someone who could be an everyday man from Japan and would never give up. Additionally, the first name is SAT + OS + HI, like someone sitting down in front of their computer, and then, every time, there would be something that keeps them there.
Q: What was the spark that led you to conceive Bitcoin? Was it born out of frustration, or a natural evolution of existing ideas?
A: The inspiration for Bitcoin was the 2008 housing crisis. It yeah it was the natural outcome of pre-existing ideas.
Q: When you wrote the white paper, did you really imagine Bitcoin would have such a global impact?
A: No, I never imagined it would become a global phenomenon, but it doesn’t surprise me.
Q: If you could go back, is there anything you would change in Bitcoin’s original code?
A: I would take out some of the random stuff, and I would also modify the Nakamoto consensus details a bit. There’s a longer explanation for that, but to keep it short and to avoid being too verbose, I would remove some of the non-serious aspects. I mean, all of it is serious, but there are certain parts that thankfully Bitcoin Core has addressed, refined, and pruned over time.
Q: Some details in the code have led people to believe Bitcoin was written by multiple people. Was it a solo project, or was there a secret team behind the scenes?
A: Yes, it was a solo project. However, there’s a phrase that people often say: “You don’t get somewhere without help from everyone around you.” From age 5 to 10, then 18 to 20, and even now, I’ve always been learning. I’ve been a sponge, especially when it comes to coding and learning new things on the internet. While the project itself was solo, I definitely couldn’t have reached this point without the help of many others.
Q: The 50 BTC from Block 1 have never been spent. Was it due to a bug in the code, or was it a deliberate choice?
A: The 50 BTC from Block 1 are not the result of a bug. It was intentionally written into the code as a protection mechanism. The idea behind it is that these coins are meant to be unspendable—acting as a placeholder and, in a sense, as a reminder that not all Bitcoin may be tradeable or usable. If you ask me personally, I think it’s also a measure for extreme situations, like an Armageddon-type scenario. During such a time, the Bitcoin blockchain would still be performing and running, guaranteed. So, I suppose you could say it was done deliberately—these 50 BTC were never intended to be spent. They serve as a non-spendable wallet. That being said, it’s possible that these coins could somehow be used in the future for a last-ditch effort, although I’m not entirely sure. I haven’t checked the current version of Bitcoin Core recently. Still, there could always be ways to modify the Bitcoin code for good if needed.
Q: Is there a symbolic meaning behind this choice?
A: There’s a lot of symbology in Bitcoin, but as a symbolic choice, no—it was just set that way from the very beginning. You don’t want people to be able to easily access those coins. It’s also about cybersecurity, incorporating robust algorithms like SHA-256 and AES-256.
Q: It’s estimated that you mined around 1.1 million BTC in the early months of Bitcoin. Why have you never used them?
A: I have the keys, but I’ve never touched them. The purpose of those funds is Bitcoin’s growth, so its creator can actually see its success without interference.
Q: In 2011, you chose to leave the project. Was it a voluntary or forced decision? Your last public message said, “I have moved on to other things.” What were these “other things”? Did you start a new secret project?
A: I went to college, that’s it. Then I had a contract with the military. I just wanted to get Bitcoin out of my mind.
Q: Do you believe in God?
A: Yes, I believe in God. I am a Roman Catholic.
Inside a room in Satoshi Nakamoto’s home, the television tuned to Alex Jones’ War Room.
Q: Are you surprised by how much Bitcoin has grown?
A: Nothing really surprises me; it takes a lot to surprise me when it comes to Bitcoin.
Q: Looking at how it’s used today and the massive presence of traditional institutions, do you think Bitcoin is still aligned with your original vision, or has it taken a direction you don’t approve of?
A: Anything positive for Bitcoin is a good thing.
Q: Why return now, and when will you provide irrefutable proof of your identity through a transaction on the blockchain from the original wallet?
A: I returned now because it’s the right time, and I’ve learned to trust my gut when it comes to Bitcoin. I will provide definitive proof through the original wallet when the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve announced by Trump buys BTC, not SOL, not XRP, not Eth. BTC.
Q: What consequences do you think your return will have?
A: Who cares? It will be good for Bitcoin in the long run.
Q: To finish, a customary question from our magazine: What’s your favorite Pokémon?
A: Ancient Mew.
