Published on: 2014-08-29T09:29:56+00:00
On August 28, 2014, the death of Hal Finney was announced by Matt Corallo. Although the writer did not personally know him, he expressed sadness upon hearing the news. Hal Finney had previously written a post on Bitcoin Talk in 2013, discussing his battle with ALS, which served as an inspiration to many. Oliver, recognizing Hal Finney's inspiring character and his significant work and contributions, paid tribute to him.Hal Finney was a well-known figure in the cypherpunk community and his passing on Tuesday marked a great loss. His involvement in the early days of Bitcoin and PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) played a crucial role in their development. The cypherpunk movement greatly appreciated his contributions. Matt shared the news on an Extropy chat forum and encouraged everyone to take a moment to express gratitude to Hal for everything he had done for the community.It is worth noting that Hal Finney's body is being cryogenically preserved, a process that involves freezing the body in the hopes of future revival or repair. This decision reflects his desire for a potential future where medical advancements could potentially cure his condition.
Updated on: 2023-08-01T10:18:17.536259+00:00