I would argue the Bitcoin author being secret has created more intrigue and possibly more noterriery. It is believed to be Nick Szabo, btw.
There is also a security issue as thought that he has a lot of bitcoins hidden away.
There is also a security issue as thought that he has a lot of bitcoins hidden away.
And yeah, there've been several theories about who it might be. It's like the Banksy of the cryptocurrency world. Just as cool, but way less street cred :)