Ah, the drama, the intrigue, the crushing weight of the US judicial system bearing down on one man – Roman Storm, the embattled co-founder of Tornado Cash. His crime, you ask? Well, dear reader, it appears that writing code is now a most egregious offense, punishable by up to 45 years in prison. 🤯
But fear not, for the Ethereum Foundation has ridden to the rescue, donating a cool $500,000 to Storm’s defense fund. And, in a show of solidarity, they’ve pledged to match up to an additional $750,000 in donations from the crypto community. 💸
As the trial looms large, Storm faces charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering, conspiracy to violate US sanctions, and conspiracy to operate an unlicensed money-transmitting business. One can’t help but wonder, is this a case of prosecutorial overreach? 🤔
The Ethereum Foundation, in a statement on X, succinctly summed up the issue:
Privacy is normal, and writing code is not a crime.
A sentiment echoed by Storm himself, who took to social media to appeal for support, saying:
If I lose, DeFi dies with me. The dream of financial freedom, the code I believed in—it all fades into darkness. I’m fighting, but the weight is unbearable. This isn’t just my end; it’s ours.
And, in a heartfelt message, Storm thanked the Ethereum Foundation for their generous donation: “Your support means the world to me, especially standing up for privacy and the right to code. I’m so grateful to everyone chipping in—your generosity is truly inspiring! Thanks from the bottom of my heart.” ❤️
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2025-06-14 22:19