Caixin: Qian Zhimin, the main suspect in a money laundering case involving 60,000 bitcoins, is expected to be released in late February 2030.

Qian Zhimin, the main suspect in a money laundering case involving 60,000 bitcoins, was sentenced to 11 years and 8 months in prison in the UK. However, since she has already been detained for approximately 18 months since April 23, 2024, this time will be directly deducted from her total sentence. According to the UK's "more than half automatic release" rule, convicted criminals with fixed sentences can enter community supervision after serving more than half their sentence. Based on this, she is expected to be released in late February 2030. In addition, Qian Zhimin will also be subject to a 5-year Serious Crime Prevention Order (SCPO), effective upon her release. Analysis indicates that Qian Zhimin's sentencing brings the criminal aspect of the case to a close, but the truly complex question of what to do with the 60,000 bitcoins has only just begun. (Caixin.com)