The UK court denied the request to search a landfill for a Bitcoin hard drive. The applicant plans to take the case to the ECHR.
Appeal Rejection
James Howells' appeal to search a landfill for a hard drive holding 8,000 Bitcoin was rejected. Judge Christopher Nugee stated there was 'no real prospect of success'.
Reaction to the Decision
Howells expressed dissatisfaction with the court's decision and stated his intention to take his case to the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). He believes the decision breaches his right to property and to a fair trial.
Significance and Future
The 8,000 Bitcoin potentially stored on the lost hard drive are worth approximately $660 million. The landfill holding the hard drive might close in 2025-2026, highlighting the urgency of recovering the lost drive.
Howells continues to fight for the right to search for his hard drive despite repeated court rejections in the UK. He hopes for a favorable decision from the ECHR, which could influence UK legal interpretations.
