Craig Wright Ordered to Return to UK for Contempt of Court

As a seasoned researcher with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the intricacies of legal proceedings, I find myself intrigued by the ongoing saga of Craig Wright, the man who claims to be Satoshi Nakamoto. His latest escapade, involving a contempt hearing in the UK over his refusal to attend court in person, is a fascinating study in the interplay between law, technology, and psychology.


The Australian entrepreneur, Craig Wright, who asserts himself as the inventor of Bitcoin under the pseudonym “Satoshi,” has been summoned by a British judge for a hearing regarding potential contempt of court.

As per a report by Protos, Wright opted not to physically attend the hearing. He explained that he has autism and intended to celebrate Christmas in Indonesia, however, Judge Mellor did not find these reasons acceptable.

During the hearing, attorney Jonathan Hough for COPA stated that Wright’s explanations were “far from convincing.

It was emphasized that choosing to celebrate Christmas overseas didn’t constitute a justifiable excuse for missing court, particularly considering the significant nature of the £900 billion case Wright is implicated in.

In a different phraseology: During his petition for remote participation, Wright provided proof from Dr. Kiln, an authority on autism, to substantiate his case. However, COPA alleged that he was “expert-selecting,” implying that he had deliberately chosen this expert to suit his purposes. On the contrary, Justice Mellor favored the viewpoint of another medical professional who argued that Wright’s autism diagnosis did not warrant an exemption from attending the hearing.

During the meeting, Wright participated remotely and expressed worries over harassment on social media and safety concerns, stating that he required the protection of two former secret service agents since he has been trailed.

Apart from his initial charges, he additionally asserted that the judge harbored prejudice, suggesting a connection with David Pearce. However, he unequivocally dismissed these accusations, stating, “I categorically refute any allegations of bias,” and further explained that their encounters were limited to two official functions only.

This past month, COPA alleged that Wright breached court rulings by initiating legal actions against Dorsey’s firm and Bitcoin Core. The court deemed his explanations unsatisfactory and ordered him to personally attend the upcoming court hearing.

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2024-11-27 23:00