Cryptocurrency Documents Hidden Inside Every Apple Computer?

The hidden pdf about Bitcoin, a copy of Satoshi Nakomoto's original Bitcoin white paper, is hidden away in macOS system folders and accessible with an easy Terminal command.

By Trista Sobeck | Published

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Cryptocurrency has seen the rise and fall of Bitcoin and Dogecoin. While the value of these digital currencies can be volatile, there are still several ways to become involved in cryptocurrency. Apple has been a big player in the cryptocurrency world, as it allows people to buy and sell digital currencies through its app store. 

According to Arstechnia, Apple has hidden a pdf about Bitcoin that dates back to 2017 in its operating system. The pdf is accessible with the stroke of a couple of keystrokes. Additionally, Apple has been making efforts to integrate blockchain technology into its products and services. 

However, recent reports have indicated that Apple may be cracking down on cryptocurrency-related activities. This could lead to an exodus of users and a ban on certain types of blockchain activity.

Moreover, Elon Musk has been accused of artificially inflating the price of Bitcoin and Dogecoin by using his influence to pump up their prices on social media. This could have serious implications for the cryptocurrency industry if it is found to be true. Ultimately, Apple’s stance on blockchain technology will be an important factor in determining its success or failure in the future. Only time will tell.

The hidden pdf about Bitcoin, a copy of Satoshi Nakomoto’s original Bitcoin white paper, is hidden away in macOS system folders and accessible with an easy Terminal command. The command is:

open /System/Library/Image\ Capture/Devices/VirtualScanner.app/Contents/Resources/simpledoc.pdf


Apple’s current approach to blockchain technology is still a mystery. The company has taken some steps towards incorporating it into its products and services, but there are still many questions that remain unanswered. It will be interesting to see how Apple responds to the growing interest in blockchain technology and what role it will play in the future. 

The document exists on a fully updated Mac running Ventura 13.3. The file is 184KB PDF files goes back to 2018’s Mojave OS as it’s not in the 2017 version. The file is in a system app, called Virtual Scanner app. 

This is more than likely a callback to the “import from iPhone Continuity Camera feature. This allows you to insert pictures or document that you have scanned with your iPhone or iPad’s camera directly into a macOS app.

The Bitcoin document found within the Mac OS is only a fraction of the larger Bitcoin network and blockchain technology. Apple has been rumored to be exploring many different aspects within this space, including developing its own cryptocurrency platform. 

The company has already implemented different types of payment solutions within its stores and services, but there are still many questions that remain unanswered. In addition, recent reports show Macs are preferred over PCs in the business world. This is the first time this has been seen as a PC was always the working world’s choice.

It will be interesting to see how Apple responds to the previously unknown document since the company itself is looking at its own unique cryptocurrency.  If successful, it could be beneficial to both users and the company who is investing in the technology. 

In addition, other cryptocurrencies, such as Ethereum and Ripple may also benefit from Apple’s entrance into this space. Apple has recently been under the PR microscope as of late with continual tech layoffs and trying to stop employees from unionizing.  

But with Apple’s entrance into cryptocurrency, the company could gain some much-needed positive press.