Thu Sep 26 15:00:23 UTC 2024: ## Dogecoin Co-Founder Denies Bitcoin Creation Rumors with Humor

Billy Markus, co-founder of Dogecoin, has firmly denied rumors linking him to the creation of Bitcoin. The speculation, fueled by Markus’ humorous X (formerly Twitter) username “Shibetoshi Nakamoto” – a play on Bitcoin’s mysterious creator Satoshi Nakamoto – has been circulating for some time.

Markus, known for his lighthearted approach to online chatter, addressed the rumors directly, reiterating that he has only created Dogecoin and has never worked on any other cryptocurrency. He dismissed the claims as “lying” and playfully compared the absurdity of the rumors to the invention of the internet and oxygen.

The rumors surrounding Satoshi Nakamoto’s identity have been a long-running mystery in the cryptocurrency world, with numerous theories circulating. Despite the speculation, Markus has maintained a clear and humorous stance, emphasizing his focus on Dogecoin and dismissing the claims as mere internet gossip.

While the identity of Bitcoin’s creator remains unknown, Dogecoin continues to thrive, experiencing a recent surge in price. The meme-based cryptocurrency is currently trading at $0.1149, up 5.19% in the last 24 hours, and over 10% in the past week.

Bitcoin, meanwhile, also enjoyed a price increase, currently standing at $64,307.87, up 1.21% in the past day and 3.17% over the past week.

This recent price action, combined with bullish sentiment data, suggests that both Dogecoin and Bitcoin are experiencing strong momentum in the market.

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