{"id":147497,"date":"2025-01-24T18:00:58","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T16:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cryptodnes.bg\/en\/?p=147497"},"modified":"2025-01-24T15:08:46","modified_gmt":"2025-01-24T13:08:46","slug":"ross-ulbricht-reunites-with-family-as-support-pours-in","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cryptodnes.bg\/en\/ross-ulbricht-reunites-with-family-as-support-pours-in\/","title":{"rendered":"Ross Ulbricht Reunites with Family as Support Pours In"},"content":{"rendered":"

Speaking publicly for the first time since his release, Ulbricht expressed his gratitude, calling the pardon a transformative moment that restored his life and future after 11 years in prison.<\/p>\n

In a video shared on January 23, Ulbricht described<\/a> <\/strong>the experience as surreal, highlighting his deep appreciation for Trump\u2019s decision. Supporters of Ulbricht have shared heartfelt accounts of his reunion with family, describing the past few days as a whirlwind of joy and disbelief.<\/p>\n

Following his release, Ulbricht received overwhelming support, with donations pouring into a wallet tied to the \u201cFree Ross\u201d campaign. Contributions have exceeded $270,000, including a $111,111 donation from crypto exchange Kraken and smaller amounts in cryptocurrencies like Ethereum<\/a><\/strong>, Solana<\/a><\/strong>, and Dogecoin<\/a><\/strong>. Ulbricht stated he plans to use this time to reconnect with loved ones and heal from his years behind bars.<\/p>\n

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While supporters have rallied behind him, it\u2019s believed Ulbricht may have access to a significant Bitcoin<\/a> <\/strong>fortune. Coinbase executive Conor Grogan revealed that 430 BTC, worth $47 million, remains untouched in wallets linked to Ulbricht, with some dormant for over 13 years. These funds were never seized by authorities, sparking speculation about his financial future.<\/p>\n

Ulbricht views his release as a testament to the power of redemption and hopes to use his newfound freedom to rebuild his life while advocating for second chances.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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