Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin, has become one of the wealthiest individuals globally due to the recent surge in Bitcoin prices. His Bitcoin holdings, estimated at approximately 1.096 million coins untouched since 2010, have seen their value rise sharply, reaching around $130 billion as of mid-July 2025. This increase has propelled Nakamoto to rank between the 10th and 12th richest person in the world, surpassing notable billionaires such as Michael Dell and Amancio Ortega. The valuation fluctuated slightly with Bitcoin's price movements, which surged past $123,000 and even reached a record high of $120,000 on July 14, 2025. Blockchain analytics firm Arkham and other sources have tracked this wealth increase, noting gains of over $9 billion within a week. Despite the rise in net worth, Nakamoto's identity remains unknown, and his Bitcoin stash has remained untouched since the early days of the cryptocurrency.