# Free Roman Storm

The **Free Roman Storm** campaign supports the legal defense of **Roman Storm**, co-founder of *Tornado Cash*, who faces U.S. federal charges for developing open-source privacy software. The case is widely viewed as a precedent-setting battle for privacy, free speech, and open-source rights.

Through **Geyser**, the campaign raised **6.5M sats (\~$7,600)** from **87 contributors**, positioning it as the **go-to Bitcoin donation channel** for global supporters of privacy and open-source freedom.

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#### **What Made the Project Successful**

* **Clear purpose:** Centered on a high-profile cause with global relevance — defending open-source software and individual freedom.
* **Consistent visibility:** The team repeatedly shared the Geyser project link across social media and press coverage, making it the focal point for Bitcoin donations.
* **Website integration:** The Geyser page was prominently featured on the official website, ensuring supporters had a direct way to contribute in Bitcoin.

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#### **Features Used**

* ⚡ **Direct Bitcoin Donations:** Used Geyser as the main donation platform for the legal defense fund.
* 🔗 **Website Integration:** Embedded Geyser donation link and QR code on freeromanstorm.com.
* 🧾 **Transparent Tracking:** Publicly displayed total sats and contributors for accountability.

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#### **Impact Snapshot**

* **6,578,931 sats raised** (\~$7,654)
* **87 contributors**
* Became the **primary Bitcoin donation channel** for the Free Roman Storm initiativeFree Roman Storm \_ Geyser
* Helped raise awareness for open-source and privacy rights across global media

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#### **Featured Links & Media**

* ⚡ [Geyser Project](https://geyser.fund/project/freeromanstorm?hero=geyserpromotion)
* 🌐 [Official Website](https://freeromanstorm.com)
* 🗞️ [Ethereum Foundation Matching Announcement](https://x.com/ethereumfndn/status/1933564840112435567)

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#### **Creator Tip 💡**

> “Make your Geyser link your home base. Simplicity and clarity turn awareness into action.”


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