Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin Portfolio Drops $30B as Market Slumps

Satoshi Nakamoto, the elusive creator of Bitcoin, has seen his portfolio shrink by over $30 billion, according to data from Arkham Intelligence. The drop comes amid a broader crypto market downturn that saw Bitcoin tumble to a multi-month low of $74,604 before a slight rebound. The leading cryptocurrency is now down more than 30% from its all-time high in January 2025.

Satoshi's estimated holdings of 970,000 BTC, first calculated by cybersecurity researcher Sergio Demian Lerner in 2013, are currently valued at approximately $76 billion, based on data from Bitbo. However, some analysts suggest the real figure could be lower due to uncertainties surrounding inactive wallets.

Last November, Satoshi's net worth surpassed $100 billion for the first time, briefly placing him above tech billionaire Bill Gates. Analysts have speculated that if Bitcoin’s market cap eventually exceeds that of gold, Satoshi could become the world’s first trillionaire—assuming the coins are ever moved or accessed.

The broader financial markets are also feeling pressure. Global stock markets took a hit earlier today as new tariffs rattled investors, dragging down risk-on assets like cryptocurrencies. XRP notably plunged 8% in minutes, contributing to the overall bearish sentiment.

Despite efforts to uncover Satoshi’s identity, it remains crypto’s greatest mystery. An HBO documentary released last year failed to provide new leads. Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz recently commented that he believes Satoshi is likely no longer alive.

As Bitcoin struggles to regain momentum, the crypto community continues to watch Satoshi's untouched fortune—a symbol of both mystery and immense value. With market volatility rising, the question of whether those coins will ever move remains a topic of intense speculation.