In a recent series of tweets, Dogecoin co-founder Billy Markus, known as “Shibetoshi Nakomoto” on X, addressed rumors regarding his involvement with Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. He clarified that aside from Dogecoin and an earlier project named “Bells,” he has not participated in any cryptocurrency initiatives since 2014, firmly stating, “Anything claiming I am affiliated is lying.”
The conversation took a lighthearted turn when X influencer Ian Miles Cheong jokingly asserted, “But you created Bitcoin.” Markus, known for his wit, replied, “Yes, and I created the internet and oxygen,” underscoring the absurdity of such claims. This exchange emerges amid ongoing speculation about the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the elusive creator of Bitcoin.
Created in 2013, Dogecoin was intended as a playful alternative to traditional cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, which launched in 2009. Given that Satoshi vanished from public view in 2011, the likelihood of Markus being the enigmatic figure is minimal. Despite continuous investigations, Satoshi’s true identity remains unknown, with theories suggesting that he may represent a group rather than an individual, as the intricate coding behind Bitcoin likely required a collaborative effort.
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