Craig Wright's Bitcoin Creator Claim Challenged in UK High Court
February 5, 2024Craig Wright, an Australian entrepreneur, claims to be the creator of Bitcoin and is engaged in a UK High Court legal battle.
The Crypto Open Patent Alliance (COPA) challenges Wright's claim to the authorship of the Bitcoin white paper and its underlying code.
Wright asserts copyright ownership of the Bitcoin white paper, while COPA alleges he has a history of forging documents to support his claims.
The trial's verdict will significantly impact Bitcoin's future and the broader cryptocurrency industry.
Wright is scheduled to present his evidence in the trial, which is set to last for five weeks starting tomorrow.
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