Craig Wright Proposes Settlement in Satoshi Nakamoto Legal Battle
Date: 2024-01-28 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: IN WORLD
A Controversial Claim
Back in October 2023, Craig Wright presented what he called "evidence" to support his claims, including the "Bitcoin White Paper" and a computer "time capsule" from 2007. However, experts from both COPA and Wright's side concluded that these documents were fraudulent.
Debunking the Evidence
Forensic experts from both sides determined that the alleged "Bitcoin White Paper," supposedly written in LaTeX markup language, was actually created in Openoffice and could not have existed before 2009. Similarly, the "time capsule" file, claimed to be from 2007, showed signs of editing in September 2023, contradicting Wright's claims. Furthermore, the deletion of one of the files suggested the use of ChatGPT for fabricating evidence.
A Last-Minute Offer
With a court hearing scheduled for February 5, 2024, Wright has proposed a global settlement that could potentially end the numerous lawsuits from COPA, Coinbase, Kraken, and Bitcoin Core. His proposal entails these organizations recognizing Bitcoin's original purpose as outlined in the project document, relinquishing claims to the original Bitcoin concept, and ensuring its use for the benefit of humanity while complying with laws against unlawful activities. In return, Wright agrees not to assert any rights related to databases and copyrights on BTC, BCH, and ABC blockchains.
Emphasizing a New Direction
In his proposal posted on his blog, Wright underscores his desire to focus on family and the development of blockchain technology, particularly Bitcoin Satoshi Vision (BSV). He claims commitment to the original principles of Bitcoin and expresses his intention to promote a competitive market that recognizes intellectual property rights.
A Tactical Move
Given that the proposal came just days before the trial, it can be seen as a tactical move by Wright, indicating a lack of trust in his claims. However, it remains unlikely that COPA and the other parties will accept the agreement.
The Road Ahead
Should the proposal be rejected, the legal process will continue, eventually leading to a final decision regarding Craig Wright's claims of being Satoshi Nakamoto.
