Almost nine months after his conviction, the co-founder of Tornado Cash, Alexey Pétèsev, was released today. He will remain under house arrest until his call is fully treated.
Although the American sanctions against the Tornado trees were recently lifted, these victories are only a small light point in a long case. The criminal activity on the platform increased last year, which could harm Pertsev in the call process.
Tornado Cash Pertsev takes a little victory
Alexey Pertsev, co-founder of Cryptocurrency Tumbler Tornado Cash, crossed an event. Pertsev was found guilty of money laundering last May in a controversial decision for cryptographic space.
Pertsev maintained an open source platform used by criminals, which led to its arrest despite the absence of any direct involvement. However, he was released today.
“Freedom is invaluable, but my freedom cost a lot of money. My house arrest was only possible thanks to the work of lawyers, which were paid from your donations. My fight is not yet finished, and for a final and confident victory, I always need your help, “said PétSEV via social networks.
Pantsev’s struggle and the Tornado show obtained the support of the community. Paradigm has promised $ 1.25 million for the legal battle of the Romanesque co-founder Storm, and Vitalik Buterin also donated to project developers.
Pertsev is still under house arrest pending a call, and he has been asking for donations for his legal fund since August.
“I would like to thank everyone, especially Vitalik Buterin and Stefan George, for your incredible generosity towards my defense. Your support inspires me to move forward, and I am always grateful. Although the legal battle is far from over, I hope that 2025 brings positive developments, ”wrote Pertsev.
However, the release of Pertsev is only a good news for the Tornado Cash. Although American legislators prohibited the platform in 2022, a court of appeal canceled the sanctions last November.
Another district court confirmed this decision in January, causing an increase in its torn token.
However, Tornado Cash has his opponents, and PétSev can face a difficult battle if he wants to remain free. Last year, the platform experienced a resurgence of criminal activities because the pirates used it to whiten $ 50 million in a month.
For the moment, PétSev can return home, and Tornado Cash has had a slight suspended from economic sanctions. Whatever the way its attraction takes place from here, developments like this can inspire hope and endurance when the community approaches a long fight.
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