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Is Craig Wright really Bitcoin's creator? The unmasking raises doubts

An Australian businessman says he created the digital currency, but experts find flaws in his proof. Bridget Carey explains the bigger questions surrounding the mystery of "Satoshi Nakamoto."

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Bridget Carey is an award-winning reporter who helps you level-up your life -- while having a good time geeking out. Her exclusive CNET videos get you behind the scenes as she covers new trends, experiences and quirky gadgets. Her weekly video show, "One More Thing," explores what's new in the world of Apple and what's to come. She started as a reporter at The Miami Herald with syndicated newspaper columns for product reviews and social media advice. Now she's a mom who also stays on top of toy industry trends and robots. (Kids love robots.)
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Some say it doesn't matter who created Bitcoin. But the inventor could impact the future of the digital currency if he or she goes on a selling spree.

Australian entrepreneur and computer engineer Craig Wright told several media outlets that he created Bitcoin, but he isn't looking for fame or money. So why come out now? Watch CNET Update below to learn why crypto-currency experts doubt his claims, and other questions raised by the unmasking:

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