Lawyer Sues DHS to Uncover Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto’s Identity
In a bold legal move, cryptocurrency lawyer James Murphy has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to compel the agency to disclose its records on the true identity of Bitcoin’s enigmatic creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. The case, which could force the U.S. government to clarify long-standing rumors about Nakamoto’s identity, has sparked renewed interest in the origins of the world’s first cryptocurrency. As of April 2025, the lawsuit represents one of the most direct attempts to pierce the veil of anonymity surrounding Bitcoin’s creation, with potential implications for the cryptocurrency’s future narrative and regulatory landscape.
Lawyer Sues DHS to Uncover Satoshi Nakamoto’s Identity
A crypto lawyer, James Murphy, has sued the United States Department of Homeland Security to force the agency to disclose who it believes is Bitcoin’s creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. The case could pressure the US government to clarify claims about a potential interview with Bitcoin’s creator and reveal insights into the flagship cryptocurrency’s creation. Unveiling Satoshi Nakamoto’s true identity could reshape the narrative around Bitcoin (BTC) and people’s sentiment toward the cryptocurrency.
El Salvador Grants Freedx DASP License
Top centralized crypto exchange, Freedx, has been granted a Digital Asset Service Provider (DASP) license by El Salvador’s Comisión Nacional de Activos Digitales (CNAD). This marks a significant milestone for the platform, positioning it as a committed player in providing accountable and trustworthy crypto services. The approval comes as a result of El Salvador’s commitment to crypto-friendly policies, starting with the recognition of Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021 and followed by the enactment of the Digital Assets Law in 2023. Since then, key industry players such as Tether, Binance, and Freedx have been drawn to the country, which has positioned itself as a global hub for digital assets. Juan Carlos Reyes, President of CNAD, commented positively on the development.
Bitcoin User Loses $70,000 Due to Replace-by-Fee Error
A Bitcoin user accidentally paid over $70,000 in fees due to a mistake with Bitcoin’s Replace-by-Fee (RBF) system. The user made a series of errors while adjusting transaction fees, causing the extra Bitcoin to be added to the transaction fee instead of being returned as change. The incident, which occurred on April 8th, has drawn attention to the risks of manually adjusting transaction settings in crypto wallets.
Why Bitcoin Price Is Crashing Today Amid Global Market Turmoil
Bitcoin has tumbled below the $75,000 mark for the second time this week, bringing its total weekly losses to over 11%. The broader crypto market is also experiencing significant losses, with a total erase of $500 billion since the April 2nd high. The catalyst for this correction appears to be rooted in geopolitics and mounting fears of a recession. Specifically, the back-and-forth tariff war between China and the U.S. is heating up, with China dumping $50B in U.S. treasuries and the U.S. hitting back with a 104% tariff on Chinese goods.
Bitcoin Price May be at Risk as Institutions Halt BTC Acquisitions—Should You be Worried?
The first Bitcoin acquisition of MicroStrategy in September 2020 triggered a strong Bitcoin bull run, reaching a new ATH of $64,000. Since then, MicroStrategy has constantly acquired Bitcoin, now holding over 528,000 BTC, making it one of the largest whales. Its position could significantly impact the BTC price rally. The last acquisition by MicroStrategy was 22,048 Bitcoin at an average price of $86,969.
