Arbitrum’s $71 million in ETH cleared for Aave transfer as North Korea terrorism creditors retain legal claim
A Manhattan federal judge partially unblocked $71 million in ETH frozen in Arbitrum from the Kelp DAO exploit, allowing transfer to Aave while preserving North Korean terrorism creditors' legal claims. The ruling protects Arbitrum delegates from liability but leaves final ownership undecided. DeFi United's recovery effort now has its largest contribution secured, though Aave assumes restraint obligations.
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