Satoshi Nakamoto (pseudonym)

Satoshi Nakamoto is the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin, the first decentralized cryptocurrency, introduced in 2008 through a whitepaper titled "Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System." This groundbreaking technology allows people to send and receive money without the need for a central authority, like a bank. Nakamoto's true identity remains unknown, sparking much speculation and intrigue. Bitcoin operates on a technology called blockchain, which securely records all transactions across a network of computers. Satoshi's vision aimed to provide a new financial system that empowers individuals and enhances privacy and security in online transactions.