Roman Storm, co-founder of Tornado Cash, seeks $500,000 for legal battle on money laundering charges. Additional $1 million needed within weeks. Trial may last up to four weeks, doubling initial cost projections to $3.5 million. Arrested in August 2023, faces up to 45 years in prison if found guilty.

57% of $3.5 million goal raised for Storm’s trial. Donations in Ether, currently trading at $3,030, up 2.9%. Ethereum Foundation pledged $500,000, matching community donations to support Roman Storm’s legal defense. MetaCartel DAO also contributed all remaining funds to the cause.

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