Alleged Bitcoin Founder Too Broke For Internet Access?

In a story that keeps getting stranger, alleged bitcoin inventor Dorian Satoshi Nakamoto has categorically denied any role in the crypto currency’s founding – noting as part of his denial that he can no longer afford internet access. 

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    “I have not been able to find steady work as an engineer or programmer for ten years. I have worked as a laborer, polltaker and substitute teacher.  I discontinued my internet service in 2013 due to severe financial distress…” said Nakamoto in a release statement.

    Nakamoto also noted that the Newsweek report that named him as bitcoin’s founder has hurt his chances at gainful employment in the future.

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