These are simply my thoughts.
In light of recent information provided by Snowden, I believe we should all at least consider any theories that might have value. We should also pause when labeling a theory crazy or a person a "conspiracy theorist." Mr. Snowden revealed that the "fanatical" theories of a decade ago weren't so fanatical after all.
Bitcoin and the NSA
It is certainly not a stretch to think that the NSA was involved in the creation of Bitcoin.
http://groups.csail.mit.edu/mac/classes/6.805/articles/money/nsamint/nsamint.htm#ConclusionThis article shows that the NSA was certainly aware of cryptocurrencies and their possibilities long before Bitcoin. I'm well aware that Bitcoin solved problems that weren't solved in this study, and I'll get to that later.
So it's clear they knew about the "possibilities" associated with a cryptocurrency. But wait, what are the possibilities of a cryptocurrency for the NSA? We are talking about the NSA doing research on a "currency" and not a financial branch of the government. The NSA has no core purpose for a currency other than to fulfill its ultimate purpose...monitoring.
What better way to monitor transactions than a public ledger? Especially a public ledger that has an illusion of anonymity.
So, you give it the illusion of anonymity, but you provide a way to ultimately track if it's converted to cash. How do you do that? You don't label it a currency. You create a new label. The new label requires a money transmitter's license. I'm sure many of us have looked at the requirements for a license and understand how it limits the number of people/companies that can fulfill these requirements. FinCEN limited the number of companies to monitor and I can assure you the AML reporting requirements are heavy.
Why wouldn't the government just crush Bitcoin? Please don't tell me that they couldn't if they wanted to. They might not be able to stop it, but they could cripple it enough during this stage to put its future in jeopardy. They could outlaw it, bash it in the media (as if they aren't already...but I believe I know why), and give it an even worse reputation making legit U.S. businesses turn from it. It might not kill it, but it would hurt. Not to mention the pressure they would put on the many governments they give money to to make it illegal as well. Don't think those things don't happen.
In my humble opinion, I believe this started as an NSA project. It started to track the movement of money. Only they aren't just trying to track the movement of money to make arrests. However, that's a topic I won't discuss.
We have a situation now, where I believe Bitcoin has evolved past their expectations. What started as a project has become a successful one. Now, banks (i.e. J.P. Morgan) are scrambling to figure out how to get in. They realize they are at risk of being squeezed out. They are getting patents, and I'm sure lobbying to get laws passed that will help them fit in. Of course, it will be under the disguise of protecting us. The big, more established banks will of course be able to "protect" us better (sarcasm).
Where does Dorian fit in?
In my OPINION, I believe Dorian is Satoshi. I just don't believe Satoshi is a person. I believe it is a group...the NSA. I believe Dorian (Satoshi) was a component of the group. I do believe he was a key component. I believe Dorian solved the previously mentioned problems that were absent in the original NSA cryptocurrency study. I am NOT a computer person, but I do know the blockchain was a significant contribution that solved previous problems. I'm sure there are many others well above my head.
The point is that Dorian clearly had an avenue to showcase his skills before the NSA. He worked in a field that involved cryptography (to the best of my knowledge...please don't blast me if I'm not technically correct) and for a company clearly involved with the NSA. He also worked on classified projects. I believe this eccentric man solved some of the problems and became the name they gave the person who created it. I'm not sure if they didn't realize what that could lead to (highly unlikely), or they simply thought they could create enough doubt if he ever was found (and it was a big deal).
Of course Dorian denies he created Bitcoin. I wouldn't expect any other thing. Him acting like he can't speak English well, calling it Bitcom, or any of those other things don't matter to me much either. It is INCONCEIVABLE that Satoshi wouldn't have rehearsed how he was going to act if someone questioned him or revealed him. I would certainly have played out the scenario in my head many times.
I've read the blog where a crepe shop claims that Dorian is someone who used Bitcoin in 2011 at their shop. I was suspicious at first, but it looks as though they at least have a confirmed Bitcoin transaction from around the time for approximately the amount stated. It's just one piece, but it is interesting. I know that the Bitcoins in the transaction might not trace to a known Satoshi address, but is it at all possible that he mined some along the way in various addresses? I'm seriously asking. Couldn't he have mined some before 2011 without it being clear to everyone it was him? I can tell by how smart the people are on this forum that someone will surely be able to tell me.
If the NSA was involved, Dorian might not even have any or many Bitcoins. Think about it...how many people want neither money, nor fame, nor recognition? There have been few people like that throughout history. Satoshi could be one of them, but looking at the leadership in this world, the possibility of someone wanting none of those "benefits" of such an astounding creation are slim. The possibility of a group that has other benefits to gain from such a wonderful creation would be willing to turn away from money, fame, and prestige is much more likely. Not many humans could. The NSA would be willing and able to hold ~4% of the currency in case of serious success. They are also clearly not concerned with fame.
Dorian agreed to have his name used thinking it wouldn't amount to much. I'm not sure if he could have possibly realized what would come of this. The post under Satoshi's account was Dorian in a panic (or whomever actually communicated as Satoshi) or under directions from people quickly capable of telling him how to provide doubt to the public. The fact that it was released so quickly showed diversion. I'm not sure I care that it wasn't signed. I look at it like this, why in the world would someone just then hack into his account and become active. In my short time on this forum, I've already seen scams beyond what I had imagined. These scammers and hackers are quick with their plans. It is inconceivable that a person who could hack that account and likes playing jokes would wait until this. He/she would have no idea of this coming in the future and would have surely used those skills to gain access prior to this exact moment and fulfilled his/her kicks for playing with people. Notice how short the message is. It gives no room for evaluation. It is to distract. It is meant to place enough doubt that people will continually argue...grow the legend...and no one will really know what the truth is amongst the convoluted mess. If Satoshi really cared enough to release that message in Dorian's defense, surely he would do a follow up to squash all doubt and protect Dorian.
I could go on and on, but I'm sure I've violated many forum rules already. I'm new to forums, and I respect all constructive comments. I'll probably ignore rude ones much like I would in person. Once again, these are my OPINIONS. If you don't agree then that's okay. I'll listen. I like to figure things out, and if you have something useful then I'd love to hear it.
