In 2008, the mysterious figure Satoshi Nakamoto introduced Bitcoin, a decentralized digital currency, then vanished without a trace. As Bitcoin grew into a global financial phenomenon, Nakamoto’s true identity became one of the greatest modern mysteries. In this compelling investigative work, journalist Benjamin Wallace traces Nakamoto’s origins and explores the gap between Bitcoin’s libertarian ideals and its current controversial status. Traveling across the globe and analyzing a cast of potential creators—from cryptographers to NSA teams—Wallace delivers a gripping narrative that delves deep into one of the most important technological enigmas of the 21st century.