The ROSS token saw a significant increase following rumors of a potential pardon for Ross Ulbricht, founder of the notorious Silk Road marketplace.
Ross Ulbricht's Background
Ross Ulbricht is currently serving a life sentence for his role in the creation of Silk Road. He has become a symbol for those who question the fairness of his imprisonment.
ROSS Token Value Increase
The ROSS token's value has seen an increase of 19,064.67% over the last six months. Initially, the price rose slowly, but as Trump's inauguration approached, it surged dramatically. In November and December, it reached an all-time high of $0.02613. Currently, it is trading at $0.0265, 8% less than its peak, with a market valuation of $26 million.
Political Prospects
With Trump's inauguration approaching, rumors of Ulbricht's pardon have gained traction. Polymarket data suggested a 71% probability of the pardon occurring. Despite high hopes, some doubt whether Trump will fulfill this promise.
While hopes for Ross Ulbricht's release are increasing, the future of the ROSS token and Ulbricht's potential pardon remains uncertain.