Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storms trial changes, defense considers applying for mistrial

By: odaily.com|2025/07/22 08:21:50
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Odaily News Lawyers for Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm are considering filing for a mistrial over questions about the validity of the prosecution’s evidence.
Prosecution witness Hanfeng Ling claimed that after he encountered a pig-killing scam in 2021, some of the funds were laundered through Tornado Cash. However, after investigation, the defense lawyer pointed out that no relevant on-chain evidence of funds flowing into the mixer was found. Ethereum security expert Taylor Monahan also posted on the X platform last week that the fraudulent funds did not pass through Tornado Cash, and explained the relevant technical reasons in detail, believing that the fund flow tracking process was confusing and the allegations were not established.
The trial opened last week in Manhattan federal court. Roman Storm was charged with conspiracy to launder money and violate sanctions for operating Tornado Cash. If convicted of all charges, he could be sentenced to up to 45 years in prison. The defendant has currently pleaded not guilty. (The Block)

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