Crypto Open Patent Alliance Lawyers Reject Craig Wright’s Claim to be Bitcoin Creator
Lawyers representing the Crypto Open Patent Alliance (COPA) have stated in court that it is time to dismiss Craig Wright’s claim of being the creator of Bitcoin. Wright has been engaged in a legal battle with COPA and a group of Bitcoin Core developers since 2021, asserting that he is Satoshi Nakamoto and holds copyright over the cryptocurrency space’s founding document.
Attorneys Accuse Wright of Forgery on an Industrial Scale
According to attorneys representing COPA, Wright’s claim to be Satoshi Nakamoto is a “brazen lie” supported by extensive forgery. They argue that his narrative is false and fabricated, describing it as an elaborate deception. Court documents provided by Decrypt support this argument.
A UK Judge Orders Proof of Wright’s Claims
This new trial follows a previous one in 2023 where a UK judge ordered Wright to provide evidence supporting his claims of being Nakamoto. Since 2016, when he first made the claim, Wright has filed lawsuits against individuals and businesses who challenged his assertions, including Apple.
The Role of COPA and Burden of Proof
COPA, backed by Twitter founder Jack Dorsey, advocates for the freedom of the Bitcoin and open-source community. They argue that Wright has had ample time to prove his identity as Nakamoto but has failed to do so. COPA asserts that the burden of proof lies solely with Wright and asks the court to prevent him from intimidating the Bitcoin developer community with false claims.
Wright’s Failed Settlement Offer
Last month, Wright offered a settlement to COPA to avoid another trial and proof requirement. However, COPA rejected the offer, stating that it contained loopholes that would allow Wright to continue suing people. They accused Wright of forging documents and providing an inaccurate description of the settlement offer.
Hot Take: COPA Lawyers Reject Craig Wright’s Claim to be Bitcoin Creator
Craig Wright’s claim of being the creator of Bitcoin is facing strong opposition from lawyers representing COPA. They argue that his assertion is a lie supported by forgery, and that he has failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove his identity as Satoshi Nakamoto. COPA advocates for the freedom of the Bitcoin community and believes that the burden of proof lies with Wright. They have rejected his settlement offer, claiming that it contains loopholes that would enable him to continue his lawsuits. The outcome of this legal battle will have significant implications for the credibility and reputation of Craig Wright in the cryptocurrency space.
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