Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road marketplace, has been pardoned by the administration, which is seen as a positive move. However, the reasons behind the pardon were political. The author believes that Ross's sentencing was disproportionate compared to the crimes committed, and points out that other individuals involved in the cryptocurrency space are facing similar situations. The government is determined to set examples and continue prosecuting individuals. The author emphasizes the need for tools that can facilitate privacy and sovereignty, but warns that those who build such tools may become targets. While Ross's release is celebrated, the author reminds readers that the underlying issues and challenges in the cryptocurrency space are far from over.



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