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Satoshi Nakamoto Now Among World’s Richest as Bitcoin Hits $118B Wallet Value

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Qadir AK and Zafar Naik and Zameer Attar

Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous genius behind Bitcoin, has a staggering 1.096 million BTC, worth $118 billion. Nakamoto’s untouched fortune has made them into the ranks of the world’s richest. As Bitcoin soars past $107,000, the mystery of Nakamoto’s wealth and identity continues to fascinate the crypto universe.

Nakamoto’s net worth depends on Bitcoin’s value. With rising crypto adoption demand, institutional interests, and a pro-crypto US president in the office, Will Nakamoto tops the list?

From Pennies to Billions: The Rise of Nakamoto’s Empire

Nakamoto is believed to have mined nearly 1.1 million Bitcoins between 2009 and 2010, when the digital currency was virtually worthless. Fast forward 16 years, and Arkham’s blockchain data reveals that this dormant stock, untouched for over a decade, is now estimated at a whopping $118 billion. 

With Bitcoin trading at $106,840 (check live), Nakamoto’s wealth places them among global elites, rivaling tech titans and oil barons, yet their identity remains unknown.

What is Making Bitcoin Go Up?

Bitcoin’s recent rally has amplified Nakamoto’s fortune. After peaking at a record $111,980 on May 22, 2025, the cryptocurrency hit $110,651 on Monday and tested $110,435 on Wednesday before dipping 1.69% in the last 24 hours.

A U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report that was milder than anticipated indicated a 0.1% increase in prices for April and a 2.4% annual inflation rate. 

This enabled Federal Reserve rate reductions, moving crypto market activity, and elevating Nakamoto’s portfolio to over $120 billion at its highest point this week.

Will Nakamoto Surpass Elon Musk To Become the World’s Richest?

So far, Elon Musk is sitting on top with a net worth of  $411.4 B. Nakamoto’s net worth is directly dependent on the market value of Bitcoin. With 1.096 million BTC in his kitty, Bitcoin value must cross $381,928 to beat Elon Musk.

However, these numbers are out of reach, but we can expect wonders in this highly volatile crypto market.

Nakamoto’s Legacy in Crypto

As Bitcoin makes its foundation strong in the financial world, Nakamoto’s untouched $118 billion fortune represents the transformative power of cryptocurrency. 

With the crypto market buzzing, the question remains: will Nakamoto ever touch their billions, or will this fortune remain a digital legend?

Qadir AK and Zafar Naik and Zameer Attar

Qadir Ak is the founder of Coinpedia. He has over a decade of experience writing about technology and has been covering the blockchain and cryptocurrency space since 2010. He has also interviewed a few prominent experts within the cryptocurrency space.

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