Former Ethereum Developer Virgil Griffith Released from Prison After 63 Months for Violating U.S. Sanctions on April 9, 2025

Virgil Griffith, a former Ethereum developer, was released from prison on April 9, 2025, after serving 63 months for violating U.S. sanctions. Griffith had been incarcerated following a 2019 speech in North Korea where he discussed blockchain technology. Upon his release, he will temporarily reside in a halfway house before entering the parole phase, which will include work restrictions. Griffith had previously held significant roles at the Ethereum Foundation, and his return to the industry may involve advisory roles aimed at enhancing protocol security against threats such as those posed by the Lazarus Group.

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