The second week of the Crypto Open Patent Alliance (COPA) v. Craig Wright trial continued with key witnesses testifying and a groundbreaking revelation: the public release of over 260 previously unseen emails exchanged with Bitcoin’s enigmatic creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.
Key Highlights from the Trial
New Satoshi Emails Published
Blockstream CEO Adam Back and early Bitcoin developer Martti Malmi published their private email exchanges with Satoshi Nakamoto. These emails, now available on public servers, offer fresh insights into Bitcoin’s origins. Below is an excerpt from Satoshi:
"Proof of work is the only solution I’ve found to make peer-to-peer e-cash work without a trusted third party... If it did grow to consume significant energy, I think it would still be less wasteful than conventional banking activity."
—Satoshi Nakamoto
Witness Testimonies
Mike Hearn (Former Bitcoin Developer):
- Hearn dismissed claims that Craig Wright is Satoshi, laughing off the suggestion during cross-examination.
- Discussed his role in the Bitcoin Blocksize War and his support for larger blocks via Bitcoin XT, which ultimately failed.
Howard Hinnant (Ripple’s C++ Expert):
- Debunked Wright’s claim of using the Project Chrono library for Bitcoin’s code, calling it "highly unlikely."
Zooko Wilcox (ZCash Pioneer):
- Clarified the evolution of cypherpunk ideologies and denied direct collaboration with Satoshi.
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FAQs
Why are these emails significant?
These emails provide firsthand accounts of Satoshi’s thought process, clarifying Bitcoin’s design principles and debunking myths about its creation.
What’s the outcome of COPA v. Craig Wright?
The trial seeks to determine if Wright owns Bitcoin’s whitepaper copyright. A ruling could prevent Wright from claiming authorship in the future.
How does this impact Bitcoin’s legacy?
The emails reinforce Bitcoin’s decentralized ethos and highlight the irrelevance of individual identity to its technology.
Conclusion
The trial has unearthed historic correspondence while underscoring the community’s skepticism toward Wright’s claims. As proceedings continue, the crypto world awaits further clarity on Bitcoin’s true origins.
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