Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin Stash Estimated at $100 Billion
- Bitquery traced 1.17 million BTC to Satoshi Nakamoto, the largest estimate of the Patoshi pattern.
- 99.86% of Satoshi’s bitcoin has never moved in over 17 years.
- Since 2020, no movement of Satoshi-era BTC passed Bitquery’s tests for being Satoshi’s coins.
- Bitquery audited all coins in the Patoshi pattern, confirming that only a small fraction (1,550 BTC) ever left this pattern.
The new estimate by Bitquery suggests that nearly $100 billion worth of Bitcoin remains untouched since mined by its creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. Despite frequent movements of sleeping bitcoins from the early days, none have been confirmed as belonging to Satoshi since rigorous checks began in recent years.
Bitquery’s findings underscore the enduring mystery and significance of Satoshi’s holdings, which remain largely dormant despite market fluctuations and speculation about their potential movement. (Source)
