Texas Court Halts OFAC Sanctions on Tornado Cash: A Landmark Ruling for Decentralized Technologies

The Texas District Court has issued a significant ruling, blocking the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) from re-imposing sanctions on Tornado Cash, a cryptocurrency mixer. This decision holds major implications for the cryptocurrency industry and sets a precedent regarding legal protections for decentralized smart contracts. 2025’s landmark case directly challenges OFAC’s approach to regulated decentralized technologies.