US District Court dismisses Lido DAO’s claim of not being legal entity

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has ruled against Lido DAO in a major case concerning its legal status.  The decentralized autonomous organization argued that it is not a legal entity and, therefore, immune from lawsuits.… дальше »

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Federal prosecutors to downsize crypto lawsuits

Relief for crypto businesses increasingly materialized as prosecutors stated plans to reduce crackdowns after President Donald Trump’s re-election. дальше »

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18 GOP AGs sue SEC as Gensler hints resignation

Donald Trump’s promise of a U.S. SEC without Gary Gensler may be realized ahead of schedule amid state lawsuits and resignation chatter. дальше »

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FTX and Alameda Seek $1.9 Billion in Binance, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), and Waves Lawsuits

FTX sues Binance and Alameda targets Waves’ founder, reflecting an aggressive effort to reclaim assets following the exchange’s collapse. The post FTX and Alameda Seek $1.9 Billion in Binance, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), and Waves Lawsuits appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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FTX Ramps Up Legal Actions With 20 Lawsuits Targeting Political Donations and Fraud

The FTX lawsuits address claims related to political donations, fraud, and market manipulation, including a high-profile case against Nawaaz Mohammad Meerun. The post FTX Ramps Up Legal Actions With 20 Lawsuits Targeting Political Donations and Fraud appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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MetaMask dev Consensys: SEC claims unsupported in law

Ethereum infra developer Consensys filed its response to the U.S. SEC’s claims of federal securities law violations, piling on its lawsuits against the agency. дальше »

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The next SEC Chief should stop going after crypto companies

Coinbase CEO slams SEC says next Chairman should stop all “frivolous” lawsuits against crypto companies and apologize to the Americans. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has said that the new U. дальше »

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Coinbase's Top Lawyer Sheds Light on Major Development in SEC Lawsuit

Coinbase earlier filed lawsuits attempting to compel SEC to turn over documents дальше »

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Crypto companies paid $19B in settlements to US regulators in 2024

Since 2019, US regulators have collected a total of $31.92 billion in settlements from 25 crypto companies across various lawsuits.  дальше »

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SEC requests for more time to produce documents in Coinbase case

SEC reportedly seeks an extension to February 2025 for it to provide case documents to Coinbase. Coinbase, Binance and Kraken all facing SEC lawsuits. The US Securities and Exchange Commission has filed for an extension from the court, asking for more time as it looks to provide documents related to its case against crypto exchange […] The post SEC requests for more time to produce documents in Coinbase case appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »

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Nvidia crypto sales case could see flood of ‘frivolous’ lawsuits — Advocate body

Crypto advocates The Digital Chamber has backed Nvidia in a Supreme Court fight with investors, saying the court’s decision could affect the entire crypto industry. дальше »

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Puerto topia failure: Bitcoin vet Brock Pierce gets legal problems instead of a crypto hub

Instead of a crypto hub, Brock Pierce has created legal disputes and debts, with at least three lawsuits pending. According to The New York Times, Bitcoin (BTC) veteran Brock Pierce planned to revive Puerto Rico’s economy with cryptocurrency but became… дальше »

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DEF buys patent to stop lawsuits against MakerDAO and Compound

The patent for “oracle-like” data storage contained technology that was already in existence, DEF said.

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FTX and CFTC reach a $12.7B settlement: What happens now?

FTX and CFTC have reached a $12. 7 billion settlement. FTX filled for bankruptcy in 2022, and regulators filled civil lawsuits against the firm. After two years of legal battle and investor fThe post FTX and CFTC reach a $12. дальше »

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Ripple Is Doing "a Lot Less" Hiring in US, Garlinghouse Says

The Ripple boss has revealed that his company suffered from high turnover rates after the SEC's lawsuits дальше »

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Court Rules Against DraftKings NFTs Case

DraftKings must face class action lawsuits over claims that its NFTs are unregistered securities, potentially setting a significant legal precedent. The post Court Rules Against DraftKings NFTs Case appeared first on NFT News Today. дальше »

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Coinbase sues SEC in ‘reverse UNO’ move on crypto transparency – reports

Coinbase has taken a bold step in its ongoing struggle with financial regulators. As Fox Business reported, the company has filed lawsuits against both the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) in a Washington, DC district court, seeking access to internal documents related to crypto regulation. дальше »

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Coinbase Files Lawsuit Against the SEC to Fight Against Crypto Crackdown

Coinbase has filed lawsuits against the SEC and FDIC, alleging overregulation and seeking clarity on crypto oversight under FOIA. The post Coinbase Files Lawsuit Against the SEC to Fight Against Crypto Crackdown appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Crypto sleuth calls out Floyd Mayweather over another token scam

ZachXBT, a popular blockchain investigator, accused Floyd Mayweather of being connected to several token scams. Mayweather has a history of involvement in token scams, from lawsuits to court settlements. дальше »

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Bipartisan Senators probe FinCEN crypto mixer lawsuits

A bi-partisan duo wrote a letter to the Department of Justice, challenging FinCEN’s “unprecedented interpretation” of rules used to sue crypto mixers. дальше »

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Robinhood Gains 2%, Erasing Early Losses Following SEC Wells Notice

The trading platform previously ended support for all tokens that were named in SEC lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase. дальше »

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McHenry slams Gensler for misleading Congress about Ethereum’s classification

House Financial Services Committee Chairman Patrick McHenry has accused SEC Chair Gary Gensler of misleading Congress concerning the classification of Ethereum during his testimony in April 2023. The accusation comes amid escalating tensions over the regulatory approach to digital assets in recent months, with some industry participants filing lawsuits against the watchdog for overstepping its […] The post McHenry slams Gensler for misleading Congress about Ethereum’s classification appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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FTX Co-Founder Sam Bankman-Fried’s Civil Liability Released In Settlement With Investors

According to a recent Bloomberg report, a group of investors and customers of cryptocurrency exchange FTX have agreed to drop their claims against co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried.   In exchange, Bankman-Fried has agreed to cooperate with the plaintiffs in the ongoing lawsuits against other defendants related to the collapse of FTX. дальше »

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FTX investors cut deal with Sam Bankman-Fried to target celeb promoters

FTX investors reach a settlement with Sam Bankman-Fried, who would help in lawsuits against celebrity endorsers of the failed exchange. The post FTX investors cut deal with Sam Bankman-Fried to target celeb promoters appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Ripple Lawsuit Might Make It to Supreme Court: Former SEC Litigator

The lawsuits against Ripple and Coinbase could make it to the Supreme Court, according to a former SEC litigator дальше »

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SEC chair Gensler condemns ‘AI washing’ after regulatory action against 2 companies

US SEC chair Gary Gensler condemned “AI washing” or the abuse of artificial intelligence (AI) and said such activities “may violate the securities laws.” Gensler made the statements on March 18 in tandem with lawsuits and regulatory action by the SEC against AI washing, which occurs when members of the financial sector make false claims […] The post SEC chair Gensler condemns ‘AI washing’ after regulatory action against 2 companies appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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SEC crypto attorney departs for private firm

The SEC’s crypto and cyber litigation unit leader has resigned from the commission to join legal firm White & Case after contributing to lawsuits against two digital asset powerhouses.  дальше »

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Here’s Everything That Happened in Bitcoin and Crypto in 2023

2023 for cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin's lows, regulatory actions, and institutional interest. The year saw SEC lawsuits, Silicon Valley Bank's collapse, and significant strides in Bitcoin and altcoin developments, ending with Bitcoin reclaiming $44,000. дальше »

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Crypto Industry In The US Sets Sights On Record Lobbying Expenditure In 2023

According to a Reuters report, the cryptocurrency industry has witnessed a surge in lobbying spending as companies strive to repair their reputations and advocate for favorable legislation.  Despite facing regulatory scrutiny and high-profile scandals and lawsuits from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which has taken the lead in enforcing the industry, Reuters has […] дальше »

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Barry Silbert Navigated Fallout From 2022's Crypto Scandals

The former owner of CoinDesk faced a slew of lawsuits and complications in 2023, but, by year-end, his Digital Currency Group (DCG) had put some issues behind it. дальше »

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Sports Leagues Are Now Being Sued for Promoting FTX: Report

Sports leagues and celebrities are facing lawsuits from FTX investors for promoting the cryptocurrency site before its collapse, alleging they helped push the sale of unregulated securities. The post Sports Leagues Are Now Being Sued for Promoting FTX: Report appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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FTX users name Mercedes F1 team and MLB in new promo lawsuits

The group of FTX users is taking aim at the Mercedes Formula One team and Major League Baseball for allegedly helping FTX commit fraud by promoting the crypto exchange on its platforms. дальше »

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U.S. Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval Likely As SEC Rejection Could Prompt Lawsuits, JPMorgan Says

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JPMorgan foresees lawsuits for SEC on spot Bitcoin ETF rejections

The SEC faces potential legal challenges over its handling of spot Bitcoin ETF applications, amidst rising institutional interest in cryptocurrencies, as highlighted by JPMorgan analysts. дальше »

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Voyager Digital was ‘no better than a house of cards’ — CFTC commissioner

CFTC Commissioner Kristin Johnson’s comments came after separate lawsuits from the CFTC and FTC were filed against Voyager and its former CEO, Stephen Ehrlich. дальше »

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Voyager Digital's CEO faces two new lawsuits as CFTC, FTC take action

Voyager Digital's co-founder finds himself in double trouble with CFTC and FTC filing lawsuit against him The collapse crypto lending firm is also barred from ever handling customer funds as paThe post Voyager Digital's CEO faces two new lawsuits as CFTC, FTC take action appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Voyager Ex-CEO Charged by U.S. Regulators With Fraud, Making False Claims

U.S. regulators have targeted former Voyager Digital CEO Stephen Ehrlich with lawsuits claiming he engaged in fraud and deliberately misrepresented his customers’ government protections. дальше »

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CFTC and FTC file lawsuits against former Voyager Digital CEO for fraud, making false claims

The legal action followed reports staff at the CFTC had completed an investigation concluding Stephen Ehrlich violated U.S. derivatives regulations. дальше »

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Milady NFTs plunge 40% as legal dispute among founders accelerate

NFT project Milady Maker continues to face unexpected events since its pseudonymous founders clashing with lawsuits. The collection leaders accused each other of exploiting the platform’s social media sites and fees. дальше »

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Concerns grow over U.S. crypto market losing ground

The onslaught of SEC lawsuits, ambiguous taxation rules, and strict regulations are stirring unease in the American crypto community, possibly endangering the U.S. dominance in the crypto realm. дальше »

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Binance, Coinbase navigate challenges; FTX drama takes new turn; sustained regulatory efforts | Weekly Recap

Hong Kong, Australia, and Venezuela took center stage as regulatory actions rocked the scene. Meanwhile, Sam Bankman-Fried's parents face lawsuits while Binance and Coinbase navigate challenges. дальше »

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How are crypto firms responding to US regulators’ enforcement actions?

Prometheum was purportedly “purpose-built to comply with federal securities laws” and avoided lawsuits from the SEC, unlike firms like Binance and Coinbase. дальше »

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NFL Star Trevor Lawrence Settles FTX Promotion Suit Alongside YouTube Personalities

NFL quarterback Trevor Lawrence and YouTubers Kevin Paffrath and Tom Nash have settled lawsuits accusing them of promoting the collapsed FTX exchange without proper disclosures. The post NFL Star Trevor Lawrence Settles FTX Promotion Suit Alongside YouTube Personalities appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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FTX restores customer claims portal after cyber breach

FTX and FTX US are currently facing lawsuits involving claims worth $16 billion, with 10% already agreed upon. Additionally, there are 2,300 non-customer claims worth $65 billion. дальше »

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Binance CEO responds to rumors, says US executive is ‘taking a deserved break’

Despite Brian Shroder resigning as CEO of the exchange’s U.S. wing amid SEC and CFTC lawsuits, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao claimed the departure was normal. дальше »

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Ethereum (ETH) Founder Makes Surprising Prediction on SEC Crypto Regulation

Cofounder of Ethereum speaks out on SEC lawsuits against crypto firms дальше »

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Looking at Uniswap and Crypto’s New Favorite Ruling

A ruling dismissing a putative class action lawsuit against Uniswap will almost definitely come up again in other lawsuits involving securities law and crypto entities. дальше »

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Gala Games co-founders clash in opposing lawsuits seeking $130M, $600M in damages

The co-founders behind the blockchain firm Gala Games have initiated legal proceedings against each other, according to recent court filings. First case concerns alleged $130M theft The first case, which Gala co-founder Eric Schiermeyer filed on Aug. дальше »

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As Gala Games co-founders take each other to court, here's what followed

GALA's value has dropped by almost 10% in the past 24 hours. The price decline was due to the lawsuits filed by the project's co-founders against one another. GALA has fallen 8% in price, leThe post As Gala Games co-founders take each other to court, here's what followed appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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GALA Sinks 72% In 2023 Alone – Blame Internal Wrangles And Lawsuits?

GALA, the native token of Gala Games, is under immense selling pressure as of early September 2023. Trackers show that the token is down 72% from 2023 peaks when it soared to $0. 062 in late January 2023. дальше »

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