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VisitDOJ Cleared to Sell $6.5 Billion in Seized Silk Road Bitcoin on January 9, 2025
Jan 9, 2025, 02:07 AM
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has been authorized to liquidate $6.5 billion worth of Bitcoin that was seized from Silk Road assets. This decision allows the DOJ to proceed with the sale of the cryptocurrency, which has been a significant part of ongoing discussions surrounding the handling of digital assets linked to illegal activities. The announcement was made official on January 9, 2025.
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