Unveiling the Satoshi Nakamoto Statue in Lugano, Switzerland

Today, at the 3rd Annual Plan ₿ Forum, the Mayor of Lugano, Michele Foletti, has revealed a new statue of the founder and creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto.

Bitcoin creator statue unveiled in LuganoA statue of Satoshi Nakamoto sitting on crisscross legs with a laptop on his lap has been erected in the southern Swiss city of Lugano.

Mayor of Lugano unveils Satoshi statue

I think this is the image of the creator of Bitcoin. pic.twitter.com/rOAtUMgYcb

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As part of Lugano's "Plan B" initiative in collaboration with Tether, blockchain industry leaders, government officials, and Bitcoin enthusiasts unveiled the Satoshi Nakamoto statue. I was invited to the ceremony.

The statue was unveiled in front of his beautiful mansion, paying homage to Satoshi Nakamoto's enigmatic presence and pioneering spirit. This statue has a clever design that changes its appearance depending on the viewing angle. As the viewer moves away, the statue gradually disappears from view, symbolizing Satoshi's disappearance from public view.

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“We are proud to host the Plan B Forum and support the growth of blockchain technology and digital assets. We also honor the creators of Bitcoin by placing this statue. It is possible,” said Lugano Mayor Michele Foretti.

Satoshi statue in Budapest

The statue is part of a movement to celebrate the rise of Bitcoin, with the first Satoshi Nakamoto statue erected in 2021 at Graphisoft Park in Budapest, Hungary. The statue in Budapest is an expression of Nakamoto's anonymity, allowing viewers to see a part of Satoshi in their reflection.

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