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The Czech centre-right government led by Prime Minister Petr Fiala survived a no-confidence vote triggered by a $45 million bitcoin donation scandal involving a convicted cybercriminal. Despite widespread criticism and the resignation of former Justice Minister Pavel Blazek, the ruling coalition maintained its majority ahead of upcoming elections.

The 2025 Czech government Bitcoin scandal shook the nation after a large Bitcoin donation to the Ministry of Justice was revealed, leading to the resignation of Justice Minister Pavel Blažek. This event highlighted the growing intersection of cryptocurrency and politics in the Czech Republic.