US prosecutors are contesting Coin Center’s participation in the ongoing MEV bot trial, asserting that discussions regarding cryptocurrency policy are not appropriate for a courtroom setting. The trial centers on allegations against two brothers involved in a significant Ethereum exploit valued at $25 million. Prosecutors argue that allowing discussions about crypto policy could distract from the legal issues at hand and ultimately complicate the judicial process. Coin Center’s involvement is viewed by prosecutors as an unnecessary element that could lead to debates that do not pertain specifically to the legal charges against the defendants. As the trial unfolds, the prosecution aims to keep the focus on the alleged actions of the brothers rather than broader cryptocurrency policy challenges.
