Blockchain
A distributed, immutable ledger technology underlying Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The institute uses blockchain forensics in the Satoshi Code investigation.
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Bit Gold Conceptualized
Nick Szabo conceptualizes 'Bit Gold,' a decentralized digital currency system that serves as the architectural precursor to Bitcoin.
Bit Gold Concept Proposed
Computer scientist Nick Szabo proposes 'Bit Gold,' a decentralized digital currency using Proof-of-Work, which serves as the architectural precursor to Bitcoin.
Death of Gary Howland
Gary Howland, a key technical collaborator of Ian Grigg, dies in his sleep, later eliminating him as a Bitcoin 'Unknown Coder' candidate.
Triple Entry Accounting Published
Ian Grigg publishes his seminal paper on 'Triple Entry Accounting,' providing the conceptual framework for blockchain ledgers.
Triple Entry Accounting Paper Published
Financial cryptographer Ian Grigg publishes his seminal work on 'Triple Entry Accounting,' providing a conceptual framework for the Bitcoin blockchain.
Satoshi Contacts Adam Back
The Satoshi Nakamoto persona contacts British cryptographer Adam Back regarding the Bitcoin whitepaper.
Bitcoin Whitepaper Released
Satoshi Nakamoto releases the Bitcoin whitepaper; metadata suggests the author was operating in the US Mountain Time Zone.
Bitcoin Whitepaper Released
Satoshi Nakamoto publishes 'Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System' on a cryptography mailing list.