How Much Bitcoin Does Satoshi Nakamoto Own? (The Patoshi Pattern Explained)
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Key Takeaways Satoshi Nakamoto is estimated to hold approximately 1.1 million BTC, although the attribution relies on early mining patterns rather than confirmed wallet ownership. The Patoshi Pattern links roughly 22,000 early Bitcoin blocks through unusual mining behavior, but independent researchers disagree on the total. Most coins attributed to Satoshi remain unspent, raising questions about their accessibility, potential market impact and future quantum-computing risks. Satoshi Nakamoto is widely believed to own around 1.1 million Bitcoin (BTC), making the cryptocurrency's anonymous creator one of its largest holders. The estimate comes from blockchain research.
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