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Crypto Legal Expert: Don’t Expect Ripple’s XRP Security Ruling This Year
According to the prominent law firm Kobre & Kim’s Jake Chervinsky, the crypto space shouldn’t expect a decision to be made on XRP’s status as a security. In a tweet storm, Chervinsky broke down the lawsuit Ripple is dealing with and laid out what we can expect over the course of 2019. дальше »
2019-3-23 10:15 | |
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Athena Blockchain Lawyer Joins Carlton Fields To Help ICO Issuers for Token Litigation Cases
Andrew Hinkes, a blockchain lawyer, has recently decided to help Initial Coin Offering (ICOs) issuers to fight back the system. He was previously the general counsel at Athena Blockchain, a blockchain-based investment bank, and he also was a law professor at the New York University. дальше »
2019-3-23 04:19 | |
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It Will Take Another Year to Know If Ripple’s XRP is a Security or Not
It will take more than a year to understand whether or not Ripple’s XRP is a securities asset, according to Jake Chervinsky. The dispute and investigation lawyer, associated with a global law firm Kober & Kim, tweeted a long thread explaining the next possible course of actions in the ongoing federal lawsuit against Ripple Labs. дальше »
2019-3-23 23:00 | |
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Swiss Federal Council Initiates Blockchain Law Consultation Period
The Swiss Federal Council has started its consultation on the adaptation of federal law for blockchain development
дальше »2019-3-23 17:54 | |
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QuadrigaCX Update: Exchange’s Legal Representatives Form Creditors Committee
Law firms Miller Thomson and Cox & Palmer have appointed a new committee to aid them in representing close to 115,000 customers of the now defunct Canadian cryptocurrency exchange QuadrigaCX. This according to a court notice published March 19, 2019. дальше »
2019-3-22 12:00 | |
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QuadrigaCX Court Issues Continue As Conflict Of Interest Is Exposed Regarding Former Law Firm
QuadrigaCX Court Issues Continue As Conflict Of Interest Is Exposed Regarding Former Law Firm The legal representation of QuadrigaCX has been a problem. Weeks ago, the law firm Stewart McKelvey and Jennifer Robertson had parted ways in the case, which Robertson credited to a conflict of interest. Robertson, the widow of founder Gerald Cotten, had […] дальше »
2019-3-22 08:06 | |
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Narcotics Dealers Dump Dark Web for Telegram & WhatsApp
As law enforcement increasingly cracks down on centralized dark-web markets, online narcotics dealers are migrating to encrypted messing apps like Telegram and WhatsApp, according to a new report from the Independent. дальше »
2019-3-22 21:07 | |
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Law Firms Miller Thomson And Cox & Palmer Build QuadrigaCX Affected User Committee
One of the committee members was a creditor of MtGox in 2013. Talk about bad luck.
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As QuadrigaCX Legal Case Progress Continues, Law Firms Appoint a Steering Committee for Creditors
The problems amongst the QuadrigaCX platform date back over a year, but their most recent development is amongst the creditors. Law firms Miller Thompson and Cox & Palmer have created a commit on behalf of the 115,000 former customers of the platform, according to a court notice on March 19th. On a post on Wednesday, […] дальше »
2019-3-21 18:50 | |
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QuadrigaCX’s Legal Representatives Create Affected Users Committee
Law firms Miller Thomson and Cox & Palmer have established a committee to help provide guidance in representing affected clients of QuadrigaCX
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Ethereum (ETH) Disputations, Code Isn’t Law Insists Vlad
Ethereum prices stable but bullish Code is Law a misnomer insists Vlad Zamfir of Casper Labs Transaction volumes low but poised to expand as prices expand After penning an article critiquing Szabo’s law, Vlad is clearly of the opinion that there ought to be an element of human participation within the Ethereum governance model. дальше »
2019-3-20 22:00 | |
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CFTC Chair of Prior Year Summons Congress to Move In On Cryptocurrency Regulation Guidelines
Many cryptocurrency firms are unclear about regulations, which makes it extremely difficult for them to ensure that they are abiding by the law. Timothy Massad, the former chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (“CFTC”), recently commented on the issue and discussed that Congress needs to fix the issue in the interest of market […] дальше »
2019-3-20 18:23 | |
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Tesla Faces Dozens Of Lawsuits Apart From SEC Action
These are not the best of times for Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Fresh from dealing with a stock price crisis caused by weak sales and presumed consumer apathy, he is again facing legal action from the SEC, in addition to dealing with Tesla’s weak financial situation and amssive layoffs. дальше »
2019-3-20 06:15 | |
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Israeli Court Rules Against One-Size-Fits-All Bitcoin Ban by Bank
An Israeli court ruled on March 17, 2019, that banks can't enforce a blanket ban against all accounts linked to cryptocurrency. Instead, the court said, banks need to consider the specific type and scope of crypto-related activity before determining whether or not to open an account. дальше »
2019-3-20 18:53 | |
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Watching Porn? Show Us Your Passport, Says Perverse UK Porn Law
The UK’s “porn block” or porn ban is an epic violation of privacy and data harvesting. It’s also doomed to fail and will lead to high-profile sexual extortion. Let’s back up. If you haven’t heard of the UK’s porn block, you’re not alone. дальше »
2019-3-20 17:36 | |
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Mexico’s Attempt To Regulate Crypto Has Turned Into a Disaster, May Cripple the Economy
The Central Bank of Mexico recently published the regulatory framework for crypto use in the country. The impending decision which was supposed to help the nation join the crypto portfolio and make its use under the law has created more problems than providing any solutions. According to one of the CEO of an Exchange in […] дальше »
2019-3-19 01:26 | |
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OilWellCoin ICO
OilWellCoin is the first project in the world aimed at solving the problem of financing and developing the oil industry on the basis of blockchain technologies. It is created by a group of professionals with more than 40 years of experience in oil exploration, software development, and law. дальше »
2019-3-16 20:33 | |
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How Cannabis Investors Could be ‘Conspirators’ Per the US Federal Law
In February, Brooker Mellars, the owner of a Colorado-based marijuana dispensary, The Bud Depot, claimed that she lost her business bank account after investing in the cannabis industry. The “Bitcoin Mom” shared in a tweet that they were accredited investors with excellent credit ratings. дальше »
2019-3-16 17:43 | |
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Bitcoin Industry Reacts As Mark Karpeles Avoids Jail Over Mt. Gox Debacle
Mark Karpeles, the former head of defunct cryptocurrency exchange Mt. Gox, will unlikely serve time in jail following a significant acquittal by a Japanese court. Court: Karpeles Did Not Embezzle Bitcoins As multiple sources including Bloomberg reported March 14, Karpeles, who has been under suspicion for embezzling millions of dollars in user funds, is guilty only of record tampering in the eyes of Japanese law. дальше »
2019-3-15 14:00 | |
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Japan Changing Virtual Currency To “Cryptographic Assets”, Strengthening Law for the Future of Its Digital Economy
The Japanese government has decided to make amendments to 2 acts, the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act and the… The post Japan Changing Virtual Currency To “Cryptographic Assets”, Strengthening Law for the Future of Its Digital Economy appeared first on Invest In Blockchain. дальше »
2019-3-15 13:22 | |
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Japan Brings Major Changes into Cryptocurrency Regulation: Key Points You Should Know
CoinSpeaker Japan Brings Major Changes into Cryptocurrency Regulation: Key Points You Should KnowThe amendments to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Law and the Fund Settlement Act address virtual currencies and aim to intensify crypto trading restrictions. дальше »
2019-3-15 12:03 | |
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Senate Republicans Mutiny, Deliver Devastating Rebuke to Lawless Trump
The U. S. Senate voted today to block President Donald Trump’s emergency declaration at the United States-Mexico border. Following a weeks-long government shutdown and stalemate with House Democrats over funding to reinforce barriers on the southern border, Donald Trump invoked the Nixon-era National Emergencies Act of 1976. дальше »
2019-3-15 00:15 | |
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4 Men Exploit Bitcoin ATMs in Canada for $200,000 — ATMs Companies In Danger?
Canadian law enforcement officials are on the lookout for 4 individuals who are responsible for carrying out over 100… The post 4 Men Exploit Bitcoin ATMs in Canada for $200,000 — ATMs Companies In Danger? appeared first on Invest In Blockchain. дальше »
2019-3-14 11:21 | |
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$200k Bitcoin Fraud: Four Suspects Sought by Calgary Police
Canadian police are on the hunt for four individuals, suspected of a defrauding a local bitcoin company via “double spend” attacks on Bitcoin ATMs. CBC News reported March 12, 2019, that law enforcement officials are asking for useful information from the public leading to the arrest of the suspects. дальше »
2019-3-14 02:00 | |
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Russia Adopts Digital Rights Law That ‘Forms the Basis’ of Digital Economy Development
This autumn will see Russia adopt digital rights law after the country’s parliament passed the legislation this week
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Securities Dealer Faces $990,000 Fine for Illegal Bitcoin Activities
1pool Ltd. , an international securities dealer, is facing fines of almost a million dollars after being discovered by an FBI agent to be running an illegal Bitcoin operation, the CTFC announced On March 11, 2019. дальше »
2019-3-13 22:00 | |
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Bloomberg Law Panel Says US Lawyers See More Interest in Cryptocurrency Payments for Charges
The use of cryptocurrency has been integrated into many retail payment opportunities around the world, and the use of blockchain has been making its way into nearly every industry, little by little. However, based on the comments from participants at the recent 18th Annual Legal Malpractice & Risk Management (LMRM) Conference, it looks like more […] дальше »
2019-3-12 20:42 | |
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If properly enforced, GDPR can solve social media’s biggest problems
From concerns about data sharing to the hosting of harmful content, every week seems to bring more clamour for new laws to regulate the technology giants and make the internet “safer”. But what if our existing data protection laws, at least in Europe, could achieve most of the job? Germany has already started introducing new legislation, enacting a law in 2018 that forces social media firms to remove hateful content. дальше »
2019-3-12 18:58 | |
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Texas Weighs Draconian Cryptocurrency Regulations with Mandatory KYC & Privacy Coins Ban
An untitled bill before the Texas legislature is just ridiculous. House Bill 4371, which is less than 500 words long, calls for people to “verify” the identity of senders before receiving cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-3-12 09:44 | |
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Proposed Texas Bill Would Require ID Verification for Crypto Use
A bill proposed by the Texas legislature will require that all receivers of cryptocurrency in regular transactions verify the identity of the cryptocurrency sender before accepting any payment. дальше »
2019-3-12 01:04 | |
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Texas Law Threatens Cryptocurrency Users With ‘Oddly-Drafted’ Privacy Demands
Cryptocurrency lawyer and Coin Center head of research Peter van Valkenburgh has led criticism of a controversial new US law currently before lawmakers in Texas. ‘Not How Digital Currencies Work’ The bill, HB 4371, affects Texas only, seeking to ban usage of anonymous cryptocurrencies between unidentified parties. дальше »
2019-3-11 17:00 | |
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Here are the 3 ways OneCoin defrauded cryptocurrency investors for billions
The alleged ringleaders of OneCoin, the multi-billion dollar cryptocurrency-fuelled pyramid scheme, have finally been busted. On Friday, US authorities apprehended brother-and-sister duo Konstantin Ignatov and Ruja Ignatova at Los Angeles International Airport over their role in the international blockchain-based scam, reports Bloomberg. дальше »
2019-3-11 14:42 | |
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Crypto Regulation Passed: Colorado Exempts Cryptocurrencies From Securities Laws
Colorado’s Governor Jared Polis has signed a new law that exempts cryptocurrencies from securities laws. The bill was first… The post Crypto Regulation Passed: Colorado Exempts Cryptocurrencies From Securities Laws appeared first on Invest In Blockchain. дальше »
2019-3-11 09:39 | |
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US Marshals Seeks New Recruit to Dispose of Seized Crypto
The U. S. Marshals is looking to hire an individual who can manage cryptocurrencies for the Asset Forfeiture Division. Over the last few years, the law enforcement agency has seized thousands of bitcoins from a variety of investigations. дальше »
2019-3-10 02:40 | |
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Massive Examination by Coin Center Attorney Released, Suggesting the BSA is Unconstitutional
Since the United States was established with its own government, the law has been primarily governed by the Constitution. Every part of the original document, including the Bill of Rights and the division of the government’s branches, are meant to ensure that power can be limited. дальше »
2019-3-9 20:47 | |
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Philadelphia Passes Law to Steer away from Cashless Economy
According to a Fortune report, published March 7, 2019, Philadelphia is poised to become the first major U. S. city to ban and penalize stores and restaurants that do not accept cash as a means of payment. дальше »
2019-3-9 06:00 | |
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Philadelphia Passes Law Against Not Accepting Cash: How Could This Affect Bitcoin?
According to a recent report released by The Wall Sreet Journal, Philadelphia passed a law against not accepting cash. That means that retailers in the city will have to accept cash as a means of payment since July. дальше »
2019-3-9 04:26 | |
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Pro-Bitcoin Colorado Governor Signs Crypto-Friendly Digital Token Act
Colorado Governor and avowed bitcoin fan Jared Polis signed the Digital Token Act on March 8, exempting cryptocurrencies from state securities laws under certain conditions. The new legislation also exempts crypto broker-dealers and salespeople from state licensing requirements under limited circumstances. дальше »
2019-3-9 23:24 | |
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Philadelphia Bans Cashless Businesses – Bad for Bitcoin?
The Wall Street Journal reports today that Philadelphia is the latest jurisdiction to pass a law against not accepting cash. Most retailers in the city must accept cash beginning in July. Democrats are leading the charge on these laws, viewing them as a way to protect people who don’t have credit or debit cards. дальше »
2019-3-8 05:15 | |
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Demand for crypto lawyers to boom as sector evolves
As the SEC abandons its ‘light touch’ approach to crypto and investors seek out the comparative security of compliant ICO projects, regulators are looking to the legal profession to ‘get off the fence’ and deliver clients the advice they need to stay on the right side of the law. дальше »
2019-3-8 01:30 | |
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Canada Schemes to Launch Audits Against Bitcoin Tax Evaders
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is reportedly targeting Bitcoin investors as well as other cryptocurrency users with federal tax audits. The CRA has also sent questionnaires to determine the previous trading and investing activity. дальше »
2019-3-8 19:08 | |
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Wall Street Tax Endorsed by AOC Amid Questions About Her Campaign’s Finances
It’s just Tuesday, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N. Y. ) is all the news it seems. However, it’s not all good. A resolution she’s signed on to will be introduced that will call for Wall Street investors and traders to be taxed. дальше »
2019-3-5 21:36 | |
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