Michaela
American political commentator Tucker Carlson has said he refuses to invest in Bitcoin, citing concerns over its murky origins and the mystery surrounding its creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, which he suggested may be tied to the CIA.
Key points:
- Tucker Carlson said he refuses to invest in Bitcoin, speculating that its anonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, could be linked to the CIA.
- Bitcoin advocates like Jack Mallers dismissed Carlson’s claims, saying Bitcoin’s open-source nature makes its creator’s identity irrelevant.
- EasyA co-founder Dom Kwok noted that Carlson’s doubts reflect a common skepticism among those outside the crypto community about Bitcoin’s mysterious origins.
“I try to limit myself to things I understand,” Carlson said, adding that even prominent Bitcoin holders he knows personally are unable to explain who Nakamoto truly was. “You know, I grew up in DC primarily, in a government family. So, CIA. That’s my guess. Can’t prove it,” Carlson added, further reinforcing the basis for his speculation about the cryptocurrency.
Carlson made the remarks during a Turning Point USA event, noting that several acquaintances who hold Bitcoin have dismissed his concerns, arguing that Nakamoto’s identity is irrelevant to the cryptocurrency’s value. However, Carlson maintained that the creator’s anonymity remains a key issue for him.
Carlson’s remarks sparked a wave of mixed reactions online. Jack Mallers, CEO of the Bitcoin payments firm Zap, responded to the viral clip, asserting that those who believe Bitcoin’s creator must be known “don’t understand it.”
“Bitcoin is open source. Nobody has special rights, and everyone can verify that. It doesn’t matter who created Bitcoin. Bitcoin is neutral technology, like math,” Mallers wrote.
However, Carlson’s remarks weren’t met solely with criticism. Dom Kwok, co-founder of EasyA, a mobile platform that teaches users how to code for Web3 and blockchain projects, noted that while Bitcoin maximalists may be quick to dismiss Carlson’s comments as “clueless,” his concerns about investing in a currency with an unknown creator resonate with many. Kwok added that he frequently encounters the same question from those outside the crypto community: who created Bitcoin?
“Most people here are used to the idea that no one knows who created Bitcoin. But if you really stop and think about it, it’s pretty odd,” Kwok wrote. “When was the last time you invested your money in a company or stock even though you didn’t know who created/runs it?” he added.
Carlson’s comments emphasize a broader divide between traditional investors and the crypto community, a clash of trust, transparency, and technology that continues to shape public perception of digital assets. As Bitcoin remains a cornerstone of the industry, questions around its origins still echo in the mainstream conversation, proving that mystery remains one of crypto’s most powerful narratives.
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Michaela has no crypto positions and does not hold any crypto assets. This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. The Shib Magazine and The Shib Daily are the official media and publications of the Shiba Inu cryptocurrency project. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial adviser before making any investment decisions.
