Satoshi Nakamoto Becomes 11th Richest Person with $120B in Bitcoin Holdings
- Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin holdings hit $120B amid recent price surge and institutional support.
- Bitcoin surpasses Amazon as the 5th-largest asset with a $2.17 trillion market cap.
Satoshi Nakamoto, the anonymous creator of Bitcoin, now holds an estimated fortune worth $120 billion. This makes him the 11th richest person worldwide, just behind Google co-founder Sergey Brin. His wealth has grown significantly following Bitcoin’s recent price surge, which pushed the cryptocurrency to a record high near $112,000 before a slight pullback. According to CoinMarketCap data, Bitcoin currently trades close to $110,000.
Nakamoto’s Dormant Wallets Hold 5.2% of Bitcoin Supply
Blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence recently disclosed on X that several dormant wallets linked to Nakamoto remain untouched since 2011, the year he disappeared from public view. These wallets reportedly hold around 1.96 million BTC, which represents about 5.2% of the total Bitcoin supply.
Satoshi Nakamoto now holds $120 BILLION USD of Bitcoin.
— Arkham (@arkham) May 26, 2025
He owns 5.2% of the BTC supply, making him the 11th richest person in the world. pic.twitter.com/cX6D1nYjqG
Such a sizable stake gives Nakamoto notable influence over the market, though his identity remains unknown. Speculation continues about whether Nakamoto is actually Hal Finney, Nick Szabo, or another figure entirely. The Bitcoin community remains cautious about the possible effects if these coins ever enter circulation.
Institutional Support Boosts Bitcoin’s Momentum
Institutional interest has played a key role in Bitcoin’s recent rally. Major firms are increasing their support, driving up demand and price. The recent launch of a spot Bitcoin ETF has also added momentum, helping to diversify Bitcoin’s investor base beyond retail participants. This shift benefits Nakamoto, as the rally depends less on retail traders and more on institutional backing.
Semler Scientific increased its Bitcoin holdings by purchasing 455 BTC for $50 million, as reported in a May 23 SEC filing. The healthcare technology company, listed on Nasdaq, now owns a total of 4,264 BTC. Based on recent market prices, these holdings are valued at about $474.4 million.
Adding to this trend, Michael Saylor’s company, Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), increased its Bitcoin holdings by purchasing 4,020 BTC between May 19 and 25. This latest acquisition brings the firm’s total holdings to over 580,250 BTC, further signaling strong institutional confidence in Bitcoin.
Bitcoin Becomes 5th Largest Asset by Market Value
At the time of reporting, Bitcoin trades at $109,198, showing a slight decrease of 0.51% over the past 24 hours. Its market capitalization stands at $2.17 trillion, while the 24-hour trading volume reaches approximately $49.56 billion. Notably, Bitcoin recently surpassed Amazon to become the world’s 5th-largest asset by market value, highlighting its growing significance in global markets.
This surge in value and institutional interest reinforces Bitcoin’s position as a dominant asset. Meanwhile, the fate of Nakamoto’s vast holdings continues to attract attention, underscoring the potential impact of this silent figure on the cryptocurrency’s future.
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Satoshi Nakamoto Becomes 11th Richest Person with $120B in Bitcoin Holdings
- Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin holdings hit $120B amid recent price surge and institutional support.
- Bitcoin surpasses Amazon as the 5th-largest asset with a $2.17 trillion market cap.
Satoshi Nakamoto, the anonymous creator of Bitcoin, now holds an estimated fortune worth $120 billion. This makes him the 11th richest person worldwide, just behind Google co-founder Sergey Brin. His wealth has grown significantly following Bitcoin’s recent price surge, which pushed the cryptocurrency to a record high near $112,000 before a slight pullback. According to CoinMarketCap data, Bitcoin currently trades close to $110,000.
Nakamoto’s Dormant Wallets Hold 5.2% of Bitcoin Supply
Blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence recently disclosed on X that several dormant wallets linked to Nakamoto remain untouched since 2011, the year he disappeared from public view. These wallets reportedly hold around 1.96 million BTC, which represents about 5.2% of the total Bitcoin supply.
Satoshi Nakamoto now holds $120 BILLION USD of Bitcoin.
— Arkham (@arkham) May 26, 2025
He owns 5.2% of the BTC supply, making him the 11th richest person in the world. pic.twitter.com/cX6D1nYjqG
Such a sizable stake gives Nakamoto notable influence over the market, though his identity remains unknown. Speculation continues about whether Nakamoto is actually Hal Finney, Nick Szabo, or another figure entirely. The Bitcoin community remains cautious about the possible effects if these coins ever enter circulation.
Institutional Support Boosts Bitcoin’s Momentum
Institutional interest has played a key role in Bitcoin’s recent rally. Major firms are increasing their support, driving up demand and price. The recent launch of a spot Bitcoin ETF has also added momentum, helping to diversify Bitcoin’s investor base beyond retail participants. This shift benefits Nakamoto, as the rally depends less on retail traders and more on institutional backing.
Semler Scientific increased its Bitcoin holdings by purchasing 455 BTC for $50 million, as reported in a May 23 SEC filing. The healthcare technology company, listed on Nasdaq, now owns a total of 4,264 BTC. Based on recent market prices, these holdings are valued at about $474.4 million.
Adding to this trend, Michael Saylor’s company, Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), increased its Bitcoin holdings by purchasing 4,020 BTC between May 19 and 25. This latest acquisition brings the firm’s total holdings to over 580,250 BTC, further signaling strong institutional confidence in Bitcoin.
Bitcoin Becomes 5th Largest Asset by Market Value
At the time of reporting, Bitcoin trades at $109,198, showing a slight decrease of 0.51% over the past 24 hours. Its market capitalization stands at $2.17 trillion, while the 24-hour trading volume reaches approximately $49.56 billion. Notably, Bitcoin recently surpassed Amazon to become the world’s 5th-largest asset by market value, highlighting its growing significance in global markets.
This surge in value and institutional interest reinforces Bitcoin’s position as a dominant asset. Meanwhile, the fate of Nakamoto’s vast holdings continues to attract attention, underscoring the potential impact of this silent figure on the cryptocurrency’s future.
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Michael Saylor Sparks “Transparency Vs Security” Debate Over Proof-of-Reserves
Read More
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