Czech Justice Minister Resigns Amid Bitcoin Controversy

Czech Justice Minister Pavel Blažek resigned on May 30, 2025, following reports linking his ministry to a $45 million Bitcoin donation linked to convicted criminal Tomáš Jiříkovský. The funds, intended for the justice system’s digitization, were auctioned off by the ministry, with proceeds allegedly tied to Jiříkovský’s business, Sheep Marketplace. Blažek stated he was unaware of any illegal actions but resigned to prevent reputational damage to the government.