According to The White House, the arrest of Luis Mendoza-Guerrero by ICE Atlanta on February 13, 2025, for cocaine distribution could impact cryptocurrency markets, as such enforcement actions may influence illicit activities involving cryptocurrencies.

According to MistTrack_io, there is an observed increase in the use of Tornado Cash, potentially indicating a resurgence in its usage for illicit activities. Specifically, Lifi Protocol has been noted to deposit some of the stolen funds into Tornado Cash, though the majority of the funds remain untouched. This could suggest that Tornado Cash is still a preferred tool for obfuscating transactions.