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Bitcoin Pioneer Ross Ulbricht Fires Back at Kamala Harris Over Fentanyl Claims

Bitcoin Pioneer Ross Ulbricht Fires Back at Kamala Harris Over Fentanyl Claims

Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road marketplace and a pioneering voice for Bitcoin, has directly addressed a recent portrayal of his case in former Vice President Kamala Harris's new memoir. In a pointed social media post, Ulbricht refuted Harris's description of him as "

Ross Ulbricht, Early Bitcoin Pioneer, Calls for Prison Reform at FreedomFest 2025

Ross Ulbricht, Early Bitcoin Pioneer, Calls for Prison Reform at FreedomFest 2025

Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road and early Bitcoin pioneer, delivered a powerful speech at the FreedomFest conference in California on Friday, marking his second public appearance since his release from prison. Recently pardoned by President Donald Trump, Ulbricht used the platform to share his gratitude for his

Ross Ulbricht Auctions Prison Artifacts for Bitcoin, Receives $31 Million Donation

Ross Ulbricht Auctions Prison Artifacts for Bitcoin, Receives $31 Million Donation

Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road marketplace, recently made headlines by auctioning a collection of personal and prison era belongings for 12.31 Bitcoin, equivalent to approximately $1.3 million at current market rates. Hosted by Scarce City, a Bitcoin focused marketplace, the Ross Ulbricht auction featured a

Ross Ulbricht Speaks About Freedom, Decentralization, and Unity at Bitcoin Conference 2025

Ross Ulbricht Speaks About Freedom, Decentralization, and Unity at Bitcoin Conference 2025

Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road, delivered a heartfelt and inspiring speech at the Bitcoin conference 2025, marking his first major public appearance since his release from prison. Addressing a captivated audience, Ulbricht expressed deep gratitude to the Bitcoin community for their relentless support in securing his freedom.

Lyn Ulbricht Launches Mothers Against Cruel Sentencing at Bitcoin 2025

Lyn Ulbricht Launches Mothers Against Cruel Sentencing at Bitcoin 2025

At the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas, Lyn Ulbricht, mother of Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht, introduced a new nonprofit organization, Mothers Against Cruel Sentencing (MACS), aimed at reforming criminal justice practices. The announcement, made during the Women of Bitcoin Brunch, marked a significant step in Ulbricht’s ongoing

Ross Ulbricht Collection Unveiled at Bitcoin Conference 2025: A Glimpse into a Historic Auction

Ross Ulbricht Collection Unveiled at Bitcoin Conference 2025: A Glimpse into a Historic Auction

The Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas has become a focal point for the crypto community, and this year, it hosts a unique event that bridges history, art, and advocacy. On May 8, 2025, Scarce.City announced the display of the Ross Ulbricht Collection, a set of 13 deeply personal items

Long Dormant Silk Road Bitcoin Wallets Move Millions in Mysterious Transfers

Long Dormant Silk Road Bitcoin Wallets Move Millions in Mysterious Transfers

On Monday, May 5, 2025, two long-dormant Bitcoin wallets, first activated in July 2013, sprang to life after nearly 11 years of inactivity. These wallets, which had not seen a single transaction since their inception a decade and ten months ago, moved a staggering 3,421 Bitcoin, valued at approximately

Ross Ulbricht to Make First Public Appearance at Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas

Ross Ulbricht to Make First Public Appearance at Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas

Ross Ulbricht, the man behind the once notorious Silk Road marketplace, has revealed plans for his first public appearance since gaining freedom. He will take the stage at the Bitcoin conference in Las Vegas, set for May 27 through May 29, 2025, at the Venetian. Ulbricht shared his anticipation for

Latest Silk Road Seizure Nets $62.5 Million in Bitcoin for US Government

Latest Silk Road Seizure Nets $62.5 Million in Bitcoin for US Government

In a significant move underscoring the long reach of law enforcement, U.S. authorities have confiscated approximately 749 Bitcoin, valued at $62.5 million, linked to drug trafficking and money laundering activities from the infamous Silk Road marketplace. The seizure, reported by Forbes, was authorized by the U.S. Attorney

U.S. Marshals’ Silence on Seized Silk Road Bitcoin Sparks Controversy

U.S. Marshals’ Silence on Seized Silk Road Bitcoin Sparks Controversy

The U.S. Marshals Service is under fire for ignoring a critical deadline set by Senator Cynthia Lummis, a vocal advocate for cryptocurrency, who demanded answers about the government’s handling of Bitcoin seized from the infamous Silk Road marketplace. According to recent reports, the agency failed to meet the

Silk Road Creator Ross Ulbricht Says He's Thankful for Freedom After Trump's Pardon

Silk Road Creator Ross Ulbricht Says He's Thankful for Freedom After Trump's Pardon

Ross Ulbricht, the creator behind the infamous Silk Road online marketplace, has finally tasted freedom after being incarcerated for over a decade. His release came as a result of a full pardon granted by U.S. President Donald Trump, marking a pivotal moment not just for Ulbricht but for the

President Donald Trump Pardons Silk Road Founder Ross Ulbricht After 12 Years in Prison

President Donald Trump Pardons Silk Road Founder Ross Ulbricht After 12 Years in Prison

BREAKING: President Donald Trump has granted a full pardon to Ross Ulbricht, the man behind the notorious Silk Road marketplace. After serving nearly twelve years in prison, Ulbricht's sentence has finally come to an end, thanks to many of his supporters who have passionately advocated for his freedom

Trump's Promise to Free Ross Ulbricht on Day One Goes Unfulfilled

Trump's Promise to Free Ross Ulbricht on Day One Goes Unfulfilled

Donald Trump's pledge to commute the sentence of Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the notorious Silk Road marketplace, has not come to fruition on the first day of his second term in office. This unfulfilled promise has left advocates and supporters of Ulbricht disheartened, as they had hoped

US Government Set to Liquidate Massive Silk Road Bitcoin Stash as Trump Comes into Office

US Government Set to Liquidate Massive Silk Road Bitcoin Stash as Trump Comes into Office

In a surprising turn of events, the US government has received authorization to liquidate a staggering 69,000 Bitcoins, valued at approximately $6.5 billion, that were seized from the infamous Silk Road marketplace. This decision comes amidst a politically charged atmosphere, with the timing being particularly notable as it

US Government Transferred Nearly $2 Billion in Seized Silk Road Bitcoin to Coinbase

US Government Transferred Nearly $2 Billion in Seized Silk Road Bitcoin to Coinbase

In a move that has sent ripples through the cryptocurrency market today, the United States government recently moved nearly $2 billion in Bitcoin from the notorious Silk Road seizure to Coinbase, one of America's largest digital asset exchanges. This significant transfer of 19,800 BTC, which equates to