#epsteinteamprojectsbitcoin The "Epstein File" rumors in the crypto world are a prime example of FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt) being used to manipulate market prices.
In early February 2026, social media was flooded with claims that the newly released U.S. Department of Justice "Epstein Files" contained a "smoking gun" linking Bitcoin's anonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, to Jeffrey Epstein, or that major crypto exchanges were being seized. None of these claims have been verified.
The "Epstein x BTC" Fake News Explained
• The Hoax: Scammers and "short sellers" (people who bet on prices falling) spread rumors that Epstein’s seized ledgers contained cold storage keys for thousands of Bitcoins or private communications with industry leaders.
• The Reality: While the files (released Jan/Feb 2026) mention thousands of names and financial links—like those involving French official Jack Lang—there is no credible evidence linking the core Bitcoin protocol or its creator to the scandal.
• Market Impact: This "Epstein FUD" coincided with a broader crypto dip, where Bitcoin fell from its peaks toward the $63,000 range. Traders used the files as a convenient excuse to trigger panic-selling.
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🚨 FACT CHECK: The "Epstein-Satoshi" Rumors 🚨
Seeing posts about Bitcoin being linked to the latest Epstein file dump? Here’s the reality:
1️⃣ NO LINK: There is zero evidence in the DOJ files connecting Satoshi Nakamoto or BTC's origin to Epstein.
2️⃣ MARKET MANIPULATION: These rumors are classic FUD designed to tank prices so big players can "buy the dip."
3️⃣ THE FACTS: The files focus on political and social elites, not blockchain protocols.
Don't trade on rumors. Verify before you vilify. 📉🚫
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