BEARISH 📉 : Adam Back Faces Backlash Over Epstein Files Association

Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream and early Bitcoin contributor, has responded to newly released Jeffrey Epstein files. He denied any financial connection between Blockstream and Epstein or his estate.

  • Documents reveal Blockstream co-founder Austin Hill discussed seed funding with Epstein in July 2014.
  • Records show Adam Back and Austin Hill had travel bookings near Epstein’s private compound.
  • Back clarified that Blockstream met Epstein during a 2014 investor roadshow, where Epstein was linked as a limited partner in Joi Ito's fund.
  • The investment fund held a minority stake in Blockstream but later divested due to potential conflicts of interest.

The community has reacted critically to Adam Back's past ties, with notable figures expressing disappointment and concern over the association.