The Bitcoin Gospel

In the midst of the global financial meltdown of 2008, a mysterious figure using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto introduced the blueprint for a radically new form of currency. Bitcoin cannot be forged and can be transferred instantly across the globe with the click of a button, without the need for intermediaries or traditional transaction fees. Although Nakamoto’s true identity remains unknown, the creation of the world’s first decentralised cryptocurrency has had a profound impact in just a few short years.

Initially dismissed as unsafe and of interest only to criminals, Bitcoin has since seen its value rise dramatically, prompting banks, investors, and governments to take notice of a technology they can no longer ignore. This documentary explores the origins of Bitcoin, explains how it functions, and considers what its future may hold.