if satoshi is human and humans make mistakes, i think it's possible a large number of his private keys have already been lost permanently.
I've considered that. However, some have speculated quant/s had to be involved. Could this really be the work of one man? Perhaps this group knew exactly what was going to happen. Under such a scenario, such carelessness could not have happened.
The coins have not been spent. They might have a purpose.
The code has been found to be meticulous. I think we are dealing with some high-level shit here. As for who and what, it's unknowable. Just buy some coins and enjoy the ride.
I, for one, thank our influential benefactors.