The recently disclosed Epstein documents, made public on January 30, reveal his unexpected connections with key figures in the cryptocurrency world during its early development phase.
These files contain a blend of investment talks, philosophical insights, and interactions with notable pioneers involved in Bitcoin’s ascent.
A “Sharia Coin” Concept for Saudi Arabia and Early Bitcoin Discussions
Back in 2016, Epstein proposed an ambitious idea to a Saudi royal advisor: launching two digital currencies, one being a “sharia-compliant” cryptocurrency tailored for Muslim nations.
In his email, he mentioned that “I have spoken to some of the founders of Bitcoin who are very excited.”
This statement was not isolated. In 2013, Epstein received an analysis on Bitcoin’s potential as a payment method. Furthermore, in 2011 he described Bitcoin as “brilliant” while cautioning about its “serious downsides.”
Such correspondence indicates he monitored cryptocurrency developments long before they became mainstream topics.
Engaging Peter Thiel on the Nature of Bitcoin
During July 2014 exchanges with billionaire investor Peter Thiel, Epstein participated in deep discussions regarding what defines Bitcoin. He wrote:
“There is little agreement on what Bitcoin is… store of value, currency, property… like man presenting as woman, smells like property presenting as currency.”
Thiel had earlier asked: “Do you think this is the first step in upping the anti-BTC pressure?”
This dialogue highlights Epstein’s familiarity with ideological debates surrounding bitcoin’s identity — even drawing parallels to gender identity controversies.
Epstein and Peter Theil having an email exchange about Bitcoin in 2014. pic.twitter.com/xm4hEm8yf9
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Skepticism Towards Investing In Bitcoin by 2017
An August 31st email from that year shows someone asking Epstein if purchasing bitcoin was worthwhile.
His succinct response was simply: 'No.'
This reply suggests that despite earlier interest and involvement within crypto circles,Ephstein remained doubtful about bitcoin’s investment appeal at its market peak then.
An Early Stakeholder In Blockstream Funding Rounds
A thread from 2014 reveals Epstein took part financially during Blockstream’s seed funding stage —a critical company supporting bitcoin infrastructure.
Оператор, Austin Hill emailed both Joi Ito (former MIT Media Lab director), Dr Adam Back (bitcoin pioneer),&;Epstein confirming allocations amid oversubscription totaling $18 million.
“We are ten times oversubscribed… increasing your allocation from $50k to $500k,” Hill stated.
This confirms direct financial involvement by Epstein within significant blockchain ventures.
Austin Hill along with Adam Back also appeared later coordinating travel plans related to St Thomas—known publicly as “Epstein Island.”
Eavesdropping On Early Crypto Industry Conflicts
In another message dated back to  ;early  ;2014 , Austin Hill alerted Epstein , Joi Ito , and Reid Hoffman (LinkedIn co-founder) regarding rising disputes inside crypto circles . He criticized Ripple founder Jed McCaleb ’ s launch of Stellar saying :
“Ripple and Jed ’ s new Stellar project harms our ecosystem … investors backing both projects undermine our company.”
This demonstrates how deeply embedded Epstein was—not just investing but privy to internal blockchain industry tensions .
Michael Saylor Mentioned At An Exclusive Gala With Epstein –a Cryptic Note
A society publicist named Peggy Siegal referenced Michael Saylor – now recognized widely for championing corporate adoption of bitcoin –in a message dating back to  ;2010 . She wrote :
&ldquo ;Michael Saylor gave $25 ,000 … but he ’ s such a creep . No personality at all—like zombie under influence.”&rdquo ;
The note concerned attendance at an elite gala without any mention relating directly toward cryptocurrencies—but it establishes social ties between Saylor and Epsteindating years before his public crypto advocacy emerged.
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— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) January 31,&nbs p2026
Keen Fed Nominee Kevin Warsh Appears On Guest List For A Party Hosted By Ep stein< / H۲＞
＜Ｐ＞One politically charged revelation shows Trump-nominated Federal Reserve Chair candidate Kevin Warsh listed among guests invited by Ep stein for New Year celebrations held at St Barts island alongside other high-profile names including Roman Abramovichand Martha Stewart．＜／Ｐ＞
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＜Ｐ dir＝＆ｑｕｏｔ；ltr＆ｑｕｏｔ；＞Just one day after nomination，Kevin Warsh appears among guests named within newly released Ep stein documents👀pic．twitter．com/sXLGlqrPo5
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＜／ＢＬＯＣＫＱＵＯＴＥ＞＜Ｐ＞Warsh，who previously servedas Fed governorand expressed supportforBitcoinandcentral bank digital currency reforms，was nominatedby Trump exactlyone day prior tothe unsealingof these records．While no wrongdoing has been alleged,the timing raised questions among observers．＜／Ｐ＞
No Proof Of Cryptocurrency Abuse By Ep stein Found ＜／H２＞
＜Ｐ＞Crucially，investigators found no evidence linkingEp steinto anycrypto wallets ，blockchain transactions ，or illicit activities involving cryptocurrencies 。 ＜／Ｐ＞
＜ Ｐ ＞The Departmentof Justice clarifiedthat although many details remainunverified ，thereis no indicationthatEbstein usedbitcoinfor money laundering or evading law enforcement scrutiny。 ＜ ／ Ｐ ＞
＜ Ｐ ＞His roleappears confinedtohigh-level networking ，sporadic investments ，and keen observationwithincryptocurrency realms。 ＜ ／ Ｐ ＞
Main Crypto Personalities Connected To Ep stein According To Released Files：
Name Crypo Role Description Of Connection ”
Michael Saylor CEO MicroStrategy,Bitcoin advocate Attended gala hosted by Ebstein(２０１０) Peter Thiel PayPal co-founder,Bitcoin investor Debated natureofBitcoinwithEbsteinviaemail Adam Back Blockstream CEO,pioneer Participatedinemailsaboutinvestment&t ravel planning Austin HillCo-founderBlockstream Included Ebsteinin$18Mseedround coordination Joi ItoFormer MIT Media Lab director Investment channelfor Ebstein’s Blockstream stake
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&p class=”lead”>While not known asa major cryptocurrency holder,Eps teinis shown through these revelations tomore deeply intertwinedwiththe earliest phasesofthebitcoincommunitythanpreviouslyunderstood.
He contributed funds toward foundationalprojects,followed ideologicaldebates,and interactedwithfiguresnowrecognizedasindustryfounders.
Withincryptocurrencies,c loseness often equates topower,and thus theserevelations carry substantial weight.“