Blockchain investigative analyst TruthLabs has accused Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin of benefiting from Bitcoin seized from Ross Ulbricht's Silk Road wallet during Ethereum's ICO. Ulbricht, who is serving a life sentence for operating the Silk Road marketplace, clarified his non-involvement with meme coins bearing his name, prompting Buterin to express support for his freedom. TruthLabs alleges that Bitcoin from Ulbricht's seized wallet was used to fund Ethereum's ICO and the Ethereum Foundation, criticizing Buterin for not leading efforts to support Ulbricht's freedom. The claims have reignited debates over Ethereum's funding and the ethical responsibilities of its leadership. The Ethereum Foundation has not responded to the allegations.



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