Bitcoin Hits $111,970, Surpasses Amazon to Become Fifth Largest Asset
Bitcoin, the world's leading cryptocurrency, surged to a new all-time high of $111,970.17 on May 22, 2025. The move sent Bitcoin past Amazon to rank as the world's fifth largest asset. In all this hype, the name that again places headlines in its spotlight is that of Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto. Crypto investors, particularly long-bullish BTC investors, feel that this all-time high could be the signal for Satoshi to come back.
Satoshi’s $120 Billion Net Worth Without a Single Transaction
Satoshi Nakamoto's Bitcoin balances have now surpassed a whopping $120 billion, writes a recent article by crypto intelligence platform Arkham. That places Nakamoto in the 11th spot among the world's wealthiest people behind tech billionaires such as Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Sergey Brin, and Larry Page. Nakamoto's addresses still hold about 1.96 million BTC, or about 5.2% of all Bitcoin that are in circulation.
Most remarkable is the fact that these wallets have experienced no movement or activity since 2011 — nothing, zero activity, zero signs. The enigma remains an enigma for the entire crypto world.
Bitcoin Overtakes Amazon
The market capitalization of Bitcoin has now reached above the $2.16 trillion level, overtaking Amazon's valuation at $2.13 trillion. It's not just figures; it says everything about increasing institutional faith in Bitcoin.
The recent approval of Spot Bitcoin ETFs has accelerated institutional investments, directly impacting market cap and price. Companies like MicroStrategy, which keep buying BTC, serve as prime examples of this increasing trust.
The Fear or Hope of Satoshi’s Return
The age-old question resurfaces in the crypto world: Will Satoshi Nakamoto ever return?
If Nakamoto were ever to sell their Bitcoin reserves, it would be a market-bursting shock—or miracle. Due to the massive stash, Nakamoto alone could shift the entire market. The extended period of quietness, though, has left the creator an actual mystery.
There are a few explanations for the experts. Some wonder if Satoshi might have died; otherwise, one would have noticed some action until today. Others think Nakamoto is simply waiting for the right moment.
The Golden Age of BTC Investors
The crypto world is booming now, and everybody is of the view that the golden age of the Bitcoin investor has arrived. Perhaps it is the best time for Satoshi to come back.
Big Names on Its Side: Robert Kiyosaki and Michael Saylor
Celebrity names have recently stepped forward to endorse Bitcoin. Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has referred to BTC as "Real Money" and considered fiat currency a system that's failing. Meanwhile, MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor persists on his insatiable demand to purchase Bitcoin.
The question is thus no longer whether Bitcoin will be widely used or not, but when.
A New Crypto Chapter in Satoshi’s Shadow
Bitcoin's new era has arrived. Institutions are piling in, big investors refer to it as a "safe haven," and the market is on a fresh trajectory. But the shadow of Satoshi Nakamoto remains large.
This mysterious presence has a huge impact on the system. Nobody knows who Satoshi is, where he is, or what he believes. But now, with his current value of over $120 billion, the world is still captivated by the enigma. Bitcoin was around $108,947.15, as the author goes to press.
