🇨🇭 Satoshi Nakamoto Statue Recovered After Vandalism in Switzerland

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The iconic statue honoring Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious creator of Bitcoin, has been recovered by the city of Lugano after being stolen and thrown into Lake Lugano over the weekend.

Originally unveiled in October 2024 by Italian artist Valentina Picozzi, the statue has become a global symbol of the Bitcoin movement. Crafted over 21 months, it was installed in the scenic Parco Ciani — only to be ripped from its base and tossed into the lake on Swiss National Day.

Municipal workers found the statue in pieces, suggesting vandalism, not theft, as the motive. Satoshigallery, the art collective behind the installation, had offered a 0.1 BTC reward (~$11,000) for its safe return.

“You can steal our symbol, but you will never be able to steal our souls,” the collective said defiantly — adding that they still plan to place 21 statues globally, representing Bitcoin’s 21 million coin cap.

The Bitcoin community responded with outrage and unity:

“Such a tasteless and stupid thing to do,” said Gabor Gurbacs.

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino replied with a ❤️ emoji.

Some speculate the act was carried out by drunken revelers during Swiss National Day celebrations — but no suspects have been identified yet.

Symbolism Lives On
The damage may be physical, but Bitcoin's ideals — decentralization, freedom, and innovation — remain untouchable. The statue will likely be restored, and its story now stands as a testament to the resilience of the crypto community.

Stay tuned — there are 20 more Satoshi statues to go.

[Nahid10]

This statue isn't just a piece of bronze — it's a symbol of decentralization, vision, and the power of code to disrupt entire financial systems. Seeing it vandalized was painful, but its recovery feels symbolic too — you can attack the surface, but you can't destroy the idea.Switzerland has been a key player in crypto regulation and innovation, so it’s fitting that this statue exists there. Glad to see the community rallying to restore it. In a world of constant market FUD, moments like these remind us that crypto is more than price charts — it's a movement. 🧠

[jacson4]

This story hits differently. The Satoshi statue represents more than just Bitcoin — it stands for the anonymous brilliance that birthed an entirely new digital economy. Vandalizing it wasn’t just an act of disrespect, it was a symbolic attempt to shake the roots of an ideology.But like the network itself, the statue came back — repaired and stronger. That’s poetic. You can’t kill decentralization with spray paint. Big respect to everyone who contributed to its restoration. Crypto culture is alive, and it protects its icons. ️