Satoshi Nakamoto Surpasses European Billionaire in Wealth Rankings

Satoshi Nakamoto, the enigmatic creator of Bitcoin, has recently overtaken one of Europe’s wealthiest billionaires in the global wealth standings.

According to blockchain analytics firm Arkham, Satoshi’s net worth surged by over $4 billion on Thursday as the price of Bitcoin saw a dramatic rise, positioning him ahead of Amancio Ortega, the founder of the fashion giant Zara.

> SATOSHI NAKAMOTO IS NOW THE 12TH RICHEST MAN IN THE WORLD
> The value of Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin holdings increased by $4 billion today. This places him just ahead of Amancio Ortega, the founder of Zara.
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> — Arkham (@arkham) July 10, 2025

With an increase in Bitcoin’s price, Satoshi’s holdings of 1.096 million BTC have boosted his estimated net worth, now placing him as the 12th richest individual globally.

Even with this significant wealth, Satoshi’s identity remains a mystery, as the Bitcoin addresses attributed to his name have never been active. This leads to questions about whether these coins will ever be used.

Satoshi’s unchanged BTC stockpile since Bitcoin’s creation only adds to the intrigue surrounding his identity and intentions.

Satoshi’s Current Worth: $129.42 Billion

Bitcoin continued to rise on Friday after hitting a record high of $116,842 on Thursday, coinciding with a significant inflow of funds into Bitcoin ETFs.

Currently, the highest recorded value of Bitcoin reached $118,909, reflecting a 6.28% increase according to CoinMarketCap. Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin holdings increased by 6.22%, amounting to an impressive $129.42 billion as per Arkham’s tracking.

Last Thursday, Bitcoin ETFs experienced their largest inflow of 2025, totaling $1.18 billion, with Bitcoin tracking a near 10% gain for the week.