Crypto advocacy groups have argued that the case against Bitcoin mixer Samourai Wallet is unjust. They are seeking to have the case dismissed, asserting that the mixing service merely facilitated online financial transactions without breaking U.S. law. The parties involved, including the Blockchain Association and Coin Center, contend that prosecuting software developers who do not control user funds is not aligned with the legal definitions of money transmission. They maintain that the developers of Samourai Wallet only created software, while users maintained control over their Bitcoin. This follows the arrest of Samourai Wallet developers in April 2024, who were charged with operating unlicensed money transmission services, which the advocacy groups believe misrepresents the functionalities of their service. They emphasize the importance of privacy in financial transactions, comparable to cash transactions in everyday life. The outcome of the case could have significant implications for the broader cryptocurrency space and the boundaries of software development vis-Ă -vis financial regulation.

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