Satoshi Nakamoto Statue Stolen in Lugano, Reward Offered for Recovery
The Satoshi Nakamoto statue in Lugano, created by artist Valentina Picozzi, has been stolen. The statue was designed as a visual illusion representing the creator of Bitcoin and was unveiled on October 25, 2024, at Plan B’s Bitcoin forum.
Key points:
- The statue had been a part of Lugano's efforts to establish itself as a global Bitcoin hub.
- The theft was first reported by user @Grittoshi, who suggested it may have been disposed of in a nearby lake.
- Satoshigallery is offering a reward of 0.1 BTC for information leading to its recovery.
- The theft occurred shortly after the unveiling of another Nakamoto statue in Tokyo.