A Venezuelan judge has officially opened the public trial phase in the PDVSA Crypto case, following a hearing on June 17th. Judge Alejandra Romero Castillo dismissed recent procedural challenges, clearing the way for the presentation of evidence. The evidentiary phase of the trial is scheduled to commence on Monday, June 22nd. The case centers around allegations of corruption involving Venezuela’s state-owned oil company, PDVSA, and its cryptocurrency initiatives. Details regarding specific charges and defendants have not been widely released. This development marks a significant step forward in the legal proceedings related to the alleged scheme. The trial is expected to draw considerable attention, given the high-profile nature of the case and its implications for Venezuela’s financial sector.