Judge allows testimony on ‘feasible’ Tornado Cash code changes
Main Idea
A federal judge allowed testimony stating that Tornado Cash could have been modified to prevent criminal use, as part of the trial against co-founder Roman Storm, who faces charges related to violating US sanctions.
Key Points
1. Judge Katherine Failla permitted a witness to testify that Tornado Cash could have been altered to deter criminal activity.
2. Roman Storm is on trial for conspiracy to violate US sanctions due to his involvement with Tornado Cash.
3. Prosecutors expect to conclude their case by Friday, after which Storm's defense will present their arguments.
4. An FBI forensic accountant testified about over $5 million moving through Tornado Cash.
5. The trial is expected to last three to four weeks, with jury selection having begun on July 14.
Description
The second week of the Roman Storm trial kicked off with Judge Katherine Failla allowing a witness to testify that Tornado Cash could have been modified to prevent criminal use.
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