Bitcoin’s pseudonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto now ranks as the 12th wealthiest individual globally, with approximately 1.096 million BTC valued at $129.42 billion. This milestone follows Bitcoin’s surge to $118,909, fueled by record institutional investment.
The cryptocurrency’s nearly 10% weekly gain was propelled by a historic $1.18 billion single-day inflow into Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), signaling robust institutional adoption. Nakamoto’s holdings gained $8 billion in 24 hours during this rally, reflecting cryptocurrency’s acute sensitivity to market movements.
Notably, Nakamoto’s Bitcoin reserves have remained untouched since the network’s 2009 inception. This dormancy continues to generate speculation about potential market impacts should these coins ever move, alongside discussions about long-term value preservation.
Market analysts are closely monitoring implications of these frozen holdings as regulatory developments unfold. Sustained ETF inflows demonstrate accelerating mainstream acceptance while highlighting Bitcoin’s volatility dynamics.