An Open Source Investigation into the Origins of Bitcoin
The Byzantine General is a research project dedicated to investigating the identity and origins of Satoshi Nakamoto through open, verifiable, and censorship-resistant methods.
This documentation serves as the front door for anyone who wants to understand the project, its methodology, and how to contribute.
What you'll find here
Mission - Why this research exists and what it aims to achieve
Methodology - How evidence is classified and evaluated
How to Contribute - The process for submitting research via GitHub
Evidence Classification - The framework for categorizing claims
Research Areas - Active lines of investigation
Contributors - People who have contributed to the research