A recent exposé has reignited controversy surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s involvement in the nascent stages of cryptocurrency, with Versan Aljarrah highlighting previously unknown emails that suggest his profound impact on Bitcoin’s development. The documents detail Epstein’s efforts to influence U.S. crypto regulations and tax policies, framing digital assets as a significant global concern requiring Treasury Department attention. 2018 emails show Epstein reaching out to Steve Bannon seeking insight into Bitcoin’s taxation and regulation. He viewed crypto as both a domestic and international issue, advocating for coordinated international oversight while even proposing a voluntary tax form for cryptocurrency gains. This was followed by his suspected financial support of MIT’s Digital Currency Initiative (DCI), which played a crucial role in Bitcoin Core development. These revelations suggest Epstein strategically leveraged his resources and connections to shape the early trajectory of Bitcoin, raising concerns about the integrity and security of the digital asset. Emails also reveal Epstein actively engaging in discussions with prominent figures like Brock Pierce regarding Bitcoin’s future at his Manhattan residence. These conversations highlight a network of powerful individuals connected to the crypto sphere and established financial institutions, emphasizing the need for greater transparency and accountability in early-stage cryptocurrency initiatives. The release of these emails has sparked calls for increased scrutiny into Epstein’s influence on Bitcoin’s development, particularly regarding its potential impact on central bank digital currency (CBDC) experiments.