Vitalik Buterin Advocates for Release of Ethereum Developer and Tornado Cash Co-Founders
Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, has called for the release of imprisoned crypto developers Virgil Griffith and Roman Storm. This appeal follows Ross Ulbricht's recent pardon by President Trump, which has reignited discussions about justice in the crypto space.
Key Points
- Buterin urged intervention for Griffith and Storm on social media, emphasizing solidarity with colleagues facing legal issues.
- Griffith was sentenced to 56 months in prison for violating US sanctions after traveling to North Korea.
- Storm faces charges related to Tornado Cash, accused of money laundering and sanctions violations.
- A US appeals court ruled that the Treasury overstepped its authority in sanctioning Tornado Cash, leading to a reversal of those sanctions.
- The timing of Ulbricht’s pardon reinforces calls for justice within the crypto community.
The cases of Griffith and Storm illustrate ongoing tensions between the crypto industry and regulatory frameworks. The discussions surrounding their situations reflect broader concerns about freedom and fairness in the digital currency landscape.