The excitement surrounding the show stems not just from its content, but from the sensational claim that it will finally unveil the true identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the enigmatic figure behind Bitcoin and its foundational white paper released in 2008. This bold assertion has generated considerable anticipation leading up to the show’s release on October 8, impacting market sentiments as many eagerly await the unveiling of one of the most intriguing mysteries in modern history.

Amidst the speculation, several long-standing theories about Nakamoto’s identity have resurfaced, with one of the prominent suggestions being Adam Back, the CEO of Blockstream. Back is notably one of the few individuals mentioned in the Bitcoin white paper.

However, he has consistently refuted claims of being Nakamoto, including a recent denial in response to a follower’s bet on Polymarket suggesting he might be the elusive creator.

Furthermore, Back expressed skepticism regarding HBO’s claims, implying that the documentary might not provide accurate information since the true identity of Satoshi remains unknown. His choice of words—saying “is” instead of “was”—has sparked further speculation, leading some to wonder if the creator of Bitcoin is still alive and possibly among us today.