Shiba Inu’s Shytoshi Kusama Makes Public Debut – But Not As Expected

Shytoshi Kusama, the enigmatic lead developer of the Shiba Inu cryptocurrency project, made his first public appearance today at the Infinity Venture Summit (IVS) 2024 held in Kyoto. The venue, abuzz with Web3 enthusiasts and developers, served as the backdrop for what many expected to be a revelatory moment. However, Kusama’s choice of attire—a dual-masked […]

Jul 6, 2024 - 03:00

Shiba Inu’s Shytoshi Kusama Makes Public Debut – But Not As Expected

Shytoshi Kusama, the enigmatic lead developer of the Shiba Inu cryptocurrency project, made his first public appearance today at the Infinity Venture Summit (IVS) 2024 held in Kyoto. The venue, abuzz with Web3 enthusiasts and developers, served as the backdrop for what many expected to be a revelatory moment. However, Kusama’s choice of attire—a dual-masked ensemble complete with a hood—ensured his physical features remained hidden, thereby preserving his anonymity.

Shiba Inu Lead Dev Remains Anonymous

Kusama’s outfit drew immediate attention for its dramatic flair: the primary mask resembled that of a plague doctor, covering the upper face, while a secondary mask obscured the lower facial features, leaving only his eyes visible through narrow slits. This costume mirrored his previously stated desire to maintain privacy due to his “shy and quiet” nature.

Despite the physical barrier between Kusama and the event attendees, his presence was palpable. Videos circulating online, particularly from a Japanese SHIB community member known on Twitter as @kuro_9696_9696, showcased Kusama engaging with participants at the SHIB booth.