If Satoshi Nakamoto Sells All Bitcoin: Would It Be The Biggest Disaster In Crypto History?

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Satoshi Nakamoto – the anonymous creator of Bitcoin – is believed to be holding over 1 million BTC, equivalent to more than 100 billion USD at current market prices. But what would happen if one day, he ( or they ) sold off all of this Bitcoin? Let's imagine the worst-case scenario that the crypto community could face: 🔻 1. Total Collapse – Bitcoin Plummets Without Brakes The dumping of such a massive amount of BTC will trigger a wave of panic selling across the market. The price of Bitcoin could plummet within hours, or even just within minutes. Billions of USD will be "wiped away", exchanges will be overloaded, users will flee, and the crypto market may enter a "new winter" – this time colder than ever. 💔 2. Trust Collapses – The Dream of Bitcoin Shatters Bitcoin is not just digital money. For many, it is a symbol of faith in decentralized finance – a place with no banks, no government control. If the very founder loses faith in it to the point of having to sell off, then the community will feel betrayed. The ecosystem could collapse just because of a click from the Satoshi wallet. ⚖️ 3. Government Intervention – The Regulatory Squeeze Such a move will certainly attract global attention, especially from financial regulators. They may see this as clear evidence of the risks and instability of crypto, thus intensifying regulatory tightening. The US Federal Reserve, SEC, EU… will not stand by.

📉 4. Domino Effect – Altcoin Also Can't Escape Bitcoin is the "flagbearer" of the market. When it falls, most altcoins will plummet with it, even more dramatically. Young projects with low liquidity can disappear in just a few days. Retail investors will bear the brunt of the consequences.

🕵️‍♂️ 5. The Legend Hunt – The Satoshi Fever If this happens, the whole world will rush to uncover the true identity of Satoshi Nakamoto. Who created Bitcoin? Why sell? What is the purpose? A global investigation could begin – like a real tech thriller.

⛓️ Conclusion: The Thing No One Wants to Happen Although the above scenario is just a hypothesis, it shows the tremendous power that the person behind Bitcoin holds. And for that reason, many believe that Satoshi will never sell – because the trust, reputation, and influence of Bitcoin are more important than anything.

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· 05-05 04:01
Hold on tight, we are about to To da moon 🛫
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