Crypto
Roman Storm Challenges DeFi Developers on DOJ Prosecution Risks
Roman Storm raises concerns about the legal implications for developers in the decentralized finance space amidst potential retroactive prosecutions by the DOJ.
News
Roman Storm Challenges DeFi Developers on DOJ Prosecution Risks
Roman Storm has raised concerns regarding the potential for retroactive prosecution of DeFi developers by the US Department of Justice, emphasizing the need for protections in open source software development.
Bitcoin
Potential DOJ Charges Loom for Dragonfly Investor over Tornado Cash Investment
Concerns rise as the DOJ considers legal action against a Dragonfly Capital partner for involvement in Tornado Cash.
Legal
Trial for Tornado Cash Developer Roman Storm Begins with Jury Selection
A jury has been selected for the trial of Roman Storm, a developer of Tornado Cash, with opening arguments expected soon.
Crypto News
Trial of Tornado Cash Developer Roman Storm Begins Amid Legal and Industry Ramifications
The trial of Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm kicks off in Manhattan, raising questions about the future of crypto regulations and privacy in the industry.
Crypto
Tornado Cash Co-Founder Could Postpone Trial Amid Controversial Witness
Roman Storm's upcoming trial may be affected by the surprise testimony of a hacker, raising questions about the fairness of the proceedings.
Finance
Asia Morning Update: Bitcoin Nears $109,000 as Traders Anticipate Market Changes
Bitcoin stalls above $108K, prompting analysts to note that market enthusiasm is necessary for a rally. Key updates include a $100 million fund launched to support Bitcoin infrastructure and legal developments in the Tornado Cash trial.
Crypto
Judge Prohibits Discussion of OFAC Sanctions Against Tornado Cash in Developer's Trial
A federal judge has ruled that the discussion of OFAC sanctions against Tornado Cash is not allowed in the trial of the developer Roman Storm, citing potential confusion for jurors.
Crypto
Judge Rules Out Van Loon Case Discussion in Tornado Cash Developer Trial
A judge overseeing the Tornado Cash trial has ruled that discussions surrounding the Van Loon case will be excluded from the proceedings, signaling focused legal arguments ahead.
Finance
Tornado Cash Price Surges After Court Rules on Lawsuit Dismissal Against Treasury
The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that Coin Center's lawsuit against the U.S. Treasury can be dismissed, impacting Tornado Cash's market price.
Business
Bittrue Cybercriminal Launders $30M Via Tornado Cash, Nets $9.3M from Ether Trading
A hacker who stole from Bittrue has laundered funds through Tornado Cash, leveraging fluctuations in ether's price.
Crypto
Federal Judge Denies DOJ's Request to Review Evidence in Roman Storm Case
A federal judge declined to order the Department of Justice to review materials that could assist Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm's defense before his upcoming trial.
Law
Roman Storm's Legal Team Seeks Clarity on DOJ Evidence Handling
The defense for Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm has filed a request to a federal judge to investigate potential evidence withheld by the Department of Justice.
Crypto
DOJ Will Continue its Case Against Roman Storm Despite Recent Memo
The Department of Justice confirms it will press on with its prosecution of Roman Storm, despite a recent memo suggesting a cautious approach to crypto-related cases.
Altcoin News
Texas Court's Ruling on Tornado Cash: What Lies Ahead for Alexey Pertsev?
A federal court in Texas declares the U.S. Treasury overstepped by sanctioning Tornado Cash, signaling a pivotal moment for DeFi advocates.
Crypto
Texas Court Declares Tornado Cash Immune to Sanctions
A Texas judge ruled the U.S. Treasury's sanctions against Tornado Cash are unlawful, marking a significant victory for the crypto mixing service.
Blockchain
Is Ethereum Approaching True Privacy? Developers Propose Encrypted Mempool and Default Privacy Features
Ethereum developers are exploring concepts to enhance privacy on the Ethereum network, in light of past controversies regarding transaction transparency and security.
Finance
Why Tornado Cash Was Removed From OFAC's Sanctions List
The recent delisting of Tornado Cash by the U.S. Treasury Department arises from a prior court ruling questioning the validity of sanctions on crypto mixers.
Altcoins
Crypto Companies Advocate for Congressional Action Against DOJ's Case on Tornado Cash Developers
A coalition of 34 crypto firms is pressing Congress to challenge the DOJ's expansive legal interpretation that may endanger developers of blockchain technology.
Cryptocurrency News
Coinbase's Legal Chief Challenges U.S. Treasury's Claims About Tornado Cash
Paul Grewal from Coinbase argues the U.S. Treasury's actions regarding Tornado Cash do not eliminate the need for a final court ruling.
