Key Takeaways
Satoshi Nakamoto’s net worth surged to $133 billion as Bitcoin broke $121K, flipping Amazon. ETF inflows hit $143 billion. Is BTC’s rally just getting started?
Following Bitcoin’s [BTC] surge above $121,000, its anonymous creator—known by the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto—has reached the 11th position among the world’s wealthiest individuals.
This rally has also propelled Bitcoin past Amazon and Silver, making it the fifth most valuable asset globally.
Source: CompaniesMarketCap
Satoshi’s net worth hits $133B
According to Arkham Intelligence, Satoshi Nakamoto still holds 1.1 million BTC—around 5.24% of the total Bitcoin supply. With the price now at $121,782, Nakamoto’s estimated net worth has reached $133 billion, surpassing tech titan Michael Dell.
Despite the holdings, Nakamoto has never moved a single coin since Bitcoin’s launch in 2009.
These untouched funds have remained dormant for over 15 years, highlighting the mysterious figure’s long-standing silence.
There’s a historical quirk tied to Bitcoin rallies—search spikes for “Satoshi Nakamoto” often coincide with price surges.
For instance, when search interest (Google Search Index) stayed above 50 in October 2024, Bitcoin tends to rally, as highlighted in previous market patterns.
Source: TradingView
As on the 14th of July, the index is once again above that threshold.
This renewed attention may continue to lift BTC—and with it, Nakamoto’s ranking among the world’s wealthiest.
Why is Bitcoin thriving and Satoshi climbing the rich list?
Bitcoin’s latest milestone comes in the wake of significant institutional adoption, especially after the approval of 11 Bitcoin spot ETFs in the United States on the 10th of January 2024.
These ETFs opened the door for institutional and traditional investors to buy and hold Bitcoin directly, fueling a steady inflow of capital.
Source: CoinGlass
As on the 14th of July, total assets under management (AUM) across Bitcoin ETFs hit $143.26 billion, per CoinGlass.
This strong institutional support—alongside whale accumulation—has helped BTC outperform traditional financial instruments like Gold and the S&P 500 on a year-to-date basis, according to data from Artemis.
Is there a long-term growth potential?
Long-term conviction remains high. According to AMBCrypto’s analysis, the near-term outlook also remains bullish.
One key metric, Supply-Adjusted Coin Days Destroyed (CDD) on CryptoQuant, which reflects the activity of long-term holders, stood at just 0.3 on the 14th of July.
This low value signals minimal selling among older wallets, typically a bullish sign.
Source: CryptoQuant
Adding to the bullish sentiment is the Bitcoin Community Sentiment Index, a tool used to gauge market conviction.
As of the 14th of July, 90% of 4.3 million users on CoinMarketCap voted bullish on the asset’s direction. When social sentiment remains this high, it tends to support a sustained bullish trend.
With all this in play, Satoshi Nakamoto could very well break into the top 10 richest individuals in the world.
