Another proof that Ripple CTO David Schwartz is a Satoshi Nakamoto, the group of developers that created Bitcoin, has emerged. Vandell, the co-founder of Black Swan Capitalist, has revived a long-circulating theory tying early digital currency development to U.S. intelligence agencies, specifically the National Security Agency (NSA). In a recent tweet, Vandell revisits a 1996 NSA publication titled “How to Make a Mint: The Cryptography of Anonymous Electronic Cash” and raises questions about the timing of David Schwartz’s involvement with the NSA. Schwartz, one of the original architects behind the XRP Ledger, filed a patent for distributed ledger technology the same year the NSA paper was released. This 1996 NSA article “How to Make a Mint” Coincidence David Shwartz, one of the original architects of the XRP Ledger began work with the NSA the same year his patent was accepted? Reference Line 11. “ Tatsuaki Okamoto” David Shwartz is a Satoshi Nakamoto. Hidden in plain… pic.twitter.com/rOOWLzH54j — Vandell | Black Swan Capitalist (@vandell33) June 1, 2025 The 1996 NSA Paper and Cryptographic Foundations The NSA’s How to Make a Mint outlines the technical requirements for creating anonymous digital cash. Among the references cited in the document is a 1995 paper by Tatsuaki Okamoto titled An Efficient Divisible Electronic Cash Scheme (reference #11 in the bibliography of the image Vandell shared). Vandell draws attention to this citation to highlight a potential connection between foundational digital cash concepts and the eventual creation of Bitcoin. Okamoto’s work has long been recognized in the cryptographic community as pioneering and influential in the development of electronic money protocols. The Schwartz Timeline and Patent Filing What Vandell emphasizes is the convergence of events in 1996: the NSA’s publication of the anonymous digital cash paper and the acceptance of David Schwartz’s patent for distributed computer systems. Schwartz reportedly began working with the NSA the same year. Vandell implies that this timeline is not coincidental but indicative of a coordinated effort involving government agencies and select technologists. The patent in question, filed by Schwartz, outlines a method for securely managing distributed computer systems—technology that resembles early blockchain concepts. This technological overlap is central to Vandell’s thesis: that both Bitcoin and XRP may share common developmental roots traceable to work done within or influenced by NSA research. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 Implications Regarding Satoshi Nakamoto Vandell further escalates the claim by suggesting that David Schwartz is, in fact, Satoshi Nakamoto —the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin. He argues that the parallels between Schwartz’s early government work, his technical contributions to distributed ledger systems, and the timing of Bitcoin’s conceptual development form a compelling case. According to Vandell, these data points are not random but deliberately connected, pointing to Schwartz as a likely identity behind Satoshi. While no direct evidence is provided to confirm this assertion, the alignment of events and technologies is presented as circumstantial proof. Vandell states that Bitcoin and XRP both trace back to NSA labs and that this origin has been “hidden in plain sight.” He also claims that the creation of Bitcoin and other blockchain-based systems may have occurred under the oversight of intelligence agencies and powerful technology interests. Vandell’s tweet reinforces a long-running narrative suggesting that the genesis of blockchain technology was not solely the product of anonymous developers or decentralized communities, but instead may involve state-level research and coordination. By referencing the NSA’s 1996 paper, David Schwartz’s patent, and foundational cryptographic research by Tatsuaki Okamoto, Vandell outlines what he believes to be a credible timeline that repositions Schwartz not only as a key figure in the XRP ecosystem but potentially as the creator of Bitcoin itself. These claims remain speculative, but they reflect ongoing curiosity and skepticism about the true origins of digital currency. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are advised to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Another Proof Says Ripple CTO Is Satoshi Bitcoin Creator appeared first on Times Tabloid .
