Crypto Controversy Unfolds as Former Court Star Allegedly Manages $100 Million Wallet
by aria-crypto.com
March 12, 2025 at 17:51
Crypto Controversy Unfolds as Former Court Star Allegedly Manages $100 Million Wallet
Former Supreme Court attorney Tom Goldstein, known for his involvement in founding SCOTUSblog, has been alleged by US federal prosecutors to have accessed a cryptocurrency wallet involved in transactions amounting to $100 million. The indictment, issued on January 16, accuses him of violating federal tax laws and failing to report numerous cryptocurrency transactions. Recent court filings reveal detailed transactions through the "935B" wallet, reported to be actively used by Goldstein, often linked to gambling activities. Despite denying ownership, he is alleged to have used this wallet—and others—to facilitate significant cryptocurrency exchanges. His defense revolves around claims that another individual initiated the usage of wallet 935B, which performed substantial transactions, including a notable withdrawal when Goldstein was detained on February 11. However, the prosecution asserts that Goldstein managed to direct a substantial 500,000 USDC to this wallet in May through a collaborator. This controversy has impacted his bail conditions, which include strict monitoring of his internet-capable devices and prohibition against engaging in cryptocurrency transactions. The case continues to develop, emphasizing significant implications for regulatory and oversight mechanisms within the cryptocurrency sector.
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