A new HBO documentary claims to have identified the true identity of Bitcoin’s pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, a revelation that could shake global financial markets and influence U.S. politics.

The documentary, produced by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Cullen Hoback, is set to air soon, potentially revealing the elusive Nakamoto, whose identity has remained a mystery since Bitcoin’s inception in 2009. If confirmed, the disclosure could impact Bitcoin’s legitimacy, particularly in its connections to illegal activities and Nakamoto’s possible role.

Bitcoin, a decentralized cryptocurrency created in 2009, has grown into a trillion-dollar asset, with advocates like Elon Musk supporting its rise. Nakamoto, believed to control around 1.1 million Bitcoins, could emerge as one of the world’s wealthiest individuals if the documentary’s claims are proven. Recently, high-value Bitcoin wallets from the "Satoshi era" have been activated for the first time since 2009, sparking further intrigue.

Over the years, various attempts have been made to identify Nakamoto, with figures like Australian cryptographer Craig Steven Wright and Japanese-American Dorian Nakamoto being linked to the mystery. However, these efforts have often been met with skepticism and failed to provide definitive proof. The documentary's claims could reignite debate over the ethics of unmasking Nakamoto, with some arguing that the creator’s right to privacy should be respected unless conclusive evidence, such as control over Bitcoin wallets, is presented.

Bitcoin’s creator deliberately chose to remain anonymous, and many believe that unveiling Nakamoto could have significant and potentially dangerous consequences for both the individual and the cryptocurrency world.