Argentinian blockchain developer fede_intern was detained in Turkey on allegations of involvement in unauthorized Ethereum operations. The developer denies the charges.
Allegation of Ethereum Misuse
The developer known as fede_intern reported being detained by Turkish authorities on charges of facilitating the 'misuse of Ethereum.' The Interior Ministry of Turkey accuses him of being involved in illegal operations on the Ethereum network.
Developer's Statements
The developer insists this is a misunderstanding, stressing that he is 'just building infrastructure' and willing to fully cooperate with law enforcement. He mentioned receiving legal support and hopes to leave Turkey for Europe soon, but will disclose further details only after consulting with his lawyers.
Public Reaction
Some users on X expressed skepticism about the developer's claims, with commentator 0xCenk noting that such accusations 'don't exist in the legal field.' In response, the developer affirmed his intention to be transparent once it is safe: 'I'm waiting to share details until I leave the country and my lawyer gives me the green light.'
The case surrounding the detention of fede_intern raises important questions about law enforcement in the blockchain technology sphere and the rights of developers across different jurisdictions, which merit further attention.
