UK Judge Rules Craig Wright Guilty of Forgery
A UK judge has officially ruled that Craig Wright is guilty of forgery “on a grand scale” following the computer scientist’s decisive court loss in March. In a written judgment published on Monday, High Court Justice James Mellor said Wright lied “extensively and repeatedly” in court to support his “biggest lie” – his claim to be Bitcoin’s pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.
Wright’s Deceptive Actions
- Wright presents himself as clever, but the judge disagreed
- Mellor stated Wright is not as intelligent as he thinks
- After a trial, it was concluded that Wright is not Satoshi Nakamoto
Forgery Allegations Against Wright
- The Crypto Open Patent Alliance (COPA) accused Wright of industrial-scale forgery
- Evidence showed multiple fabricated documents used by Wright
- Expert witnesses pointed out evidence of forgery in the documents
Discovery of Lies and Technobabble
- Under cross-examination, Wright could not provide any evidence to support his claims
- One of Wright’s witnesses, his sister, did not validate his claim
- The judge’s statement highlighted numerous instances of forgery, lies, and fraud
Wright mentioned on Twitter his intent to appeal the court’s decision regarding his identity and thanked his supporters for their encouragement.
Hot Take: Reflecting on the Verdict
As a crypto enthusiast, it is crucial to uphold integrity and honesty within the industry to maintain trust and credibility. The case against Craig Wright serves as a reminder that deception and forgery have no place in the world of cryptocurrencies. Let this ruling be a cautionary tale for those who seek to mislead and manipulate the community for personal gain.