Czech Justice Minister Resigns Amid Bitcoin Donation Scandal

Czech Justice Minister Pavel Blažek resigned following a controversial donation of over $44 million in bitcoin from a convicted drug trafficker. His resignation comes amidst accusations of potential money laundering and the initiation of a police investigation into the transaction’s origins. Blažek cited concerns about preserving his government’s integrity to justify his departure. This incident has sparked debate about cryptocurrency transparency within the Czech government, prompting calls for increased regulatory frameworks surrounding digital assets in Europe.