The Controversy of Tornado Cash

This chapter explores the history and development of Tornado Cash within the Ethereum ecosystem, emphasizing its role in enhancing privacy features in blockchain technology. It discusses the legal challenges the protocol has faced due to associations with illicit activities, the implications of its decentralized nature, and the complexities surrounding the trial of its creators. Key topics include the technical workings of the protocol, its non-custodial structure, and the ongoing debates about ownership and control in the context of blockchain compliance and security.

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