Czech Justice Minister Pavel Blažek has resigned following a major scandal involving a $45 million Bitcoin donation linked to a convicted drug trafficker. The controversial donation, totaling approximately 1 billion Czech koruna, has raised concerns about money laundering risks within the cryptocurrency industry and its potential to facilitate illicit activities. Blažek’s resignation, announced on X, came after he expressed concerns over the potential damage to government integrity despite being unaware of the criminal ties behind the Bitcoin donation. The incident has sparked a wider debate surrounding the anonymity of cryptocurrency in financial transactions and the need for stronger regulatory measures to prevent similar situations. While no specific precedents exist, this case highlights the ongoing challenges associated with cryptocurrency’s growing popularity and its potential to enable illicit financial activities. The Czech government is considering stricter regulations on cryptocurrency donations to governments, aiming to mitigate the risks of future scandals.