NYT Analysis Suggests Adam Back As Possible Bitcoin Creator

Introduction

A recent report by The New York Times revisits the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin, and suggests that British cryptographer Adam Back may be a possible match. Back has consistently denied any connection to the identity. The investigation adds to ongoing efforts to identify the individual or group behind Bitcoin’s creation.

AI-Powered Forensic Analysis

John Carreyrou, journalist at The New York Times, analyzed email archives from three cryptography mailing lists spanning 1992 to 2008, a period linked to early Bitcoin development. Artificial intelligence tools were used to compare linguistic patterns, including punctuation choices and grammatical structures. Based on these indicators, the report identified Adam Back as a close stylistic match. Results are not presented as conclusive proof and remain part of a broader set of investigative approaches.

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A Profile Consistent With A Cypherpunk Legacy

Adam Back is known for creating Hashcash, a proof-of-work system later referenced in Bitcoin’s design. He is also co-founder and CEO of Blockstream, a company focused on blockchain infrastructure. His background in cryptography and long-standing involvement in digital currency research align with characteristics often associated with Bitcoin’s creator. The report highlights these elements as part of its assessment.

Continuing The Debate

Back said similarities identified in the analysis may reflect common writing patterns among experienced cryptographers. He reiterated his denial of being Satoshi Nakamoto in comments shared on X. The debate over Bitcoin’s origin continues, with multiple theories and candidates discussed over time.

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OpenAI Brings Unlimited Text Chats To Free ChatGPT Users

by News Editor

August 7, 2026

Unlimited Text Conversations Roll Out

OpenAI is removing limits on text-based conversations for all ChatGPT users, following the platform’s recent milestone of surpassing one billion weekly users.

The update introduces GPT-5.6 Luna as the default model for Free and Go users, replacing GPT-5.5.

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New “Think” Button For More Complex Questions

Alongside unlimited text chats, Free and Go users will gain access to a new “Think” button, allowing them to use additional reasoning power for more complex queries.

OpenAI noted that separate usage limits will continue to apply to file uploads, image generation, voice features and other multimodal tools.

Faster Responses For Paid Subscribers

The update also brings improvements for ChatGPT Plus and Pro subscribers. They will receive access to GPT-5.6 Sol, an upgraded model designed for everyday tasks such as web research, planning, writing, decision-making and answering questions. According to OpenAI, the model delivers shorter, more robust responses.

The company noted that this version is separate from the GPT-5.6 Sol model used in Codex and Work, which remains unchanged. Plus and Pro subscribers will also receive a new thinking slider, allowing them to adjust how much reasoning the model applies before generating an answer, depending on the complexity of the task.

OpenAI Reports Fewer Errors

According to OpenAI’s internal testing, GPT-5.6 Luna produces 62% fewer factual errors than GPT-5.5 Instant, while GPT-5.6 Sol reduces factual errors by 68%.

The updated GPT-5.6 Sol model is available to Plus and Pro users starting today. The remaining features for Free and Go users will roll out throughout the week, with unlimited text chats and the new Think button becoming available next week.

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