Satoshi
Coverage of Satoshi in the Nexus archive.
- 16 years ago, Bitcoin had its worst day. Five hours later, it was fixed.
Bitcoin experienced a critical vulnerability on August 15, 2010, when a signed-integer overflow bug allowed the creation of 184 billion BTC, exceeding the intended 21 million cap. Within four hours, Satoshi released a patch, and node operators coordinated a chain reorganization that orphaned 53 blocks and restored the supply cap.
- Does this count as satoshi moving funds
A user is asking if a certain action counts as Satoshi moving funds, submitted by u/lord-duck-. The context of the question is unclear, but it appears to be related to cryptocurrency or bitcoin. The user is asking on behalf of a friend.
- Bitcoins future usecase
The article discusses the potential future use cases of Bitcoin, questioning its usefulness and whether it will be used for everyday purchases like groceries. The author seems uncertain about Bitcoin's future applications. The topic is being discussed on a platform where users can share their opinions.
- Iran using bitcoin, maybe it's too early
Iran has started promoting bitcoin payments for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, which could potentially be a problem if a large state adversary starts accepting BTC officially. This raises concerns about the supporting infrastructure of BTC. The immutability of BTC may not be enough to ensure a resistant cyclical economy.
- Best exchange to dump New Ecash BTC fork?
Paul Sztorc is launching a BTC fork called Ecash, despite another coin already having that name, and is giving stolen coins to early investors. The coin is expected to lose value quickly. An exchange is needed to support the fork and allow trading.
- 20 Million Mined. 1 Million Left. 114 Years to go!
The Bitcoin network has reached a milestone of 20 million mined, with only 1 million left to be mined over the next 114 years. The era of easy accumulation is over, and the network is entering a period of absolute supply shock. The security budget will transition entirely to transaction fees.
- 20 Million Mined. 1 Million Left. 114 Years to go. You are witnessing the most scarce asset in human history.
The Bitcoin network has reached a milestone with 20 million mined and only 1 million left, which will take 114 years to mine. This scarcity is expected to lead to a supply shock and increased competition for the remaining coins. The network's security budget will transition entirely to transaction fees.
- The Adam Back as Satoshi case
The article discusses the Adam Back as Satoshi case and HashCash's early beginnings, with a user seeking information on mailing list entries from 1997 where Adam Back described his proof of work. The user wants to read the early musings of HashCash as of 1997 version 0. The discussion is centered around the history of cryptocurrency and its development.
- New ‘PACTs’ idea could help early Bitcoin holders prepare for a quantum future - Cryptopolitan
The article discusses the 'PACTs' proposal to help early Bitcoin holders prepare for quantum computing threats, emphasizing the need for user action within five years to secure assets. It highlights QANplatform as a blockchain-based solution for the emerging quantum security market and critiques the 'quantum narrative' in favor of practical innovation.
- RE: Scarce.City Auction TODAY - THE TIMES: January 3 2009 - Chancellor on Brink of Second Bailout For Banks
An auction for a rare copy of The Times: January 3 2009 newspaper, referenced in the Bitcoin Genesis block, is underway on Scarce.City. The item is mostly complete but lacks several original inserts, raising authenticity concerns. The current bid is 1.2 Bitcoin with 5 hours remaining.
- 15 years ago today Satoshi moved on to other things - Also Happens to Be St. George's Day
The article marks 15 years since Satoshi's departure from Bitcoin development, coinciding with St. George's Day, and highlights a YouTube playlist exploring late 2008 cryptography mailing list discussions between Satoshi and developers.
- Quantum Proposal Won’t Save Satoshi’s Bitcoin, Says Cardano Founder Hoskinson
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson states that the current quantum computing proposal cannot save all vulnerable Bitcoin. He asserts that it's not possible to protect Satoshi's Bitcoin under the existing plan.