#Ross Granted Clemency and Released from Prison#

Ross William Ulbricht, the founder of the dark web marketplace Silk Road, was recently pardoned by President Trump after serving 10 years in prison and has since been released. The news has sparked a strong reaction within the Bitcoin community, with many celebrating his release. Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin also shared a photo of Ross upon his release on social media, stating "GM Ross". Ulbricht was sentenced to two life terms plus 40 years for creating and operating Silk Road. The pardon allowed him to gain his freedom early. While his release has sparked controversy, many believe that his crimes didn't warrant him spending the rest of his life behind bars. The pardon has also ignited discussion about the US justice system, as well as the regulation of digital currency and the dark web.