US charges five individuals linked to ‘Scattered Spider’ crypto theft

Federal prosecutors have charged five alleged members of “Scattered Spider,” a hacking group accused of targeting companies and individuals in a spree of cyberattacks. According to court documents unsealed Wednesday in California, the defendants allegedly stole sensitive data and at… дальше »

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California Judge’s Crypto Ruling: DAO Members Could Face Liability Under Partnership Laws

As crypto continues to evolve rapidly with increased adoption and regulation, legal decisions surrounding it are also keeping pace. Just recently, a United States federal judge has decided that participants in decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) can be held liable for the actions of other members under California’s partnership laws. дальше »

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Lido DAO Members Exposed to Liability, California Court Rules

A California court's decision to classify Lido DAO as a general partnership marks a major blow to decentralized governance. Participants now face potential liability, reshaping the legal landscape for DAOs. дальше »

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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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Judge rejects Kraken’s bid to challenge decision in SEC case

Kraken won’t get the chance to appeal a California District Court judge’s decision that found the SEC had adequately alleged it sold unregistered securities. дальше »

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California Judge Puts the Kibosh on Kraken’s Interlocutory Appeal Attempt

A California judge has rejected Kraken’s motion for interlocutory appeal, saying in a Monday decision that allowing an appeal would only “delay resolution” of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) ongoing case against the crypto exchange. дальше »

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California permanently cuts off BlockFi’s license over bad lending practices

The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation has permanently revoked BlockFi’s lending license following its bankruptcy and regulatory issues. BlockFi, a crypto lending platform, collapsed in 2022 amid financial troubles tied to the downfall of crypto exchange FTX.  BlockFi… дальше »

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California Revokes BlockFi License for Unsafe Lending Violations

California’s DFPI permanently revoked BlockFi’s license for regulatory violations, emphasizing consumer protection following BlockFi’s bankruptcy. The post California Revokes BlockFi License for Unsafe Lending Violations appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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How a California Student Turned $500 into $200K by Investing in Shiba Inu —BlockDAG Could Be the Next Big Win

The world of cryptocurrency is filled with amazing stories, and one of the most striking is about a California college student who turned a $500 bet on Shiba Inu into thousands of dollars. This small investment showed that the right timing and a little bravery can dramatically change your fortunes. дальше »

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Former FTX Customer Sues Hedge Fund, Says It Reneged on Bankruptcy Payout Deal

Alexander Nikolas Gierczyk of California says the hedge fund he sold his FTX bankruptcy claim to isn't paying out what it promised. дальше »

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OpenAI files motion to dismiss Elon Musk lawsuit over ‘baseless’ claims

OpenAI filed a motion to dismiss Elon Musk’s high-profile lawsuit, which accused the firm of breaching contracts, engaging in fraud, and violating racketeering laws. The motion, filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California, argues that Musk’s claims are legally unfounded and are part of a broader strategy to gain a […] The post OpenAI files motion to dismiss Elon Musk lawsuit over ‘baseless’ claims appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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86-year-old former attorney to pay $14m for role in crypto Ponzi scheme

Disbarred California attorney David Kagel has agreed to pay nearly $14 million in restitution as part of his sentencing for operating a multimillion-dollar cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors over several years. дальше »

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Judge finds new California election deepfake ban unconstitutional

Federal Judge John A. Mendez blocked a new California law that allowed any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes. 

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California governor vetoes hotly contested AI safety bill

Gavin Newsom vetoed SB 1048, saying that “while well-intentioned,” it could place unnecessary restrictions on emerging AI companies in California.  дальше »

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Helium Mobile partners with University of Southern California’s Trojans

Helium Mobile, a decentralized wireless mobile provider, has partnered with the University of Southern California as a sponsor of the institution’s teams, the USC Trojans. Blockchain-powered Helium Mobile disclosed the sponsorship deal in an announcement on Sept. 26. The Helium… дальше »

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CFTC secures $36m win in California crypto fraud case

In a significant legal victory for cryptocurrency regulation, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) secured a $36 million judgment in a California-based crypto fraud case. US District Court Judge Vince Chhabria, presiding over the Northern District of California, ordered defendant Ichioka to pay $31 million in restitution to defrauded investors and imposed an additional $5 […] дальше »

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CFTC wins $36m victory in California crypto fraud case

New York resident William Koo Ichioka agreed to pay $36 million in a CFTC case alleging cryptocurrency and forex fraud. According to a Sept. 20 notice, Judge Vince Chhabria of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California… дальше »

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California passes package of laws to combat election deepfakes

California governor Gavin Newsom signed three bills aimed at battling deepfake election content while on stage at a conference in San Francisco. дальше »

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CZ Set to Be Released From Prison on September 29

The Binance founder is currently living in a halfway house in San Pedro, California. дальше »

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Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao to be released from US custody on Sept. 29

Changpeng Zhao, co-founder of Binance, is set to be released from US custody on Sept. 29, according to the US Federal Bureau of Prisons website. Zhao is currently serving a four-month sentence and was recently transferred to the Long Beach Residential Reentry Management (RRM) facility in central California. дальше »

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CUBE3.AI Unveils AI-Driven Technology to Detect and Block Rising Tide of New Scams and Fraud

Palo Alto, California, United States, 5th September 2024, Chainwire The post CUBE3.AI Unveils AI-Driven Technology to Detect and Block Rising Tide of New Scams and Fraud appeared first on CaptainAltcoin. дальше »

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Robinhood to pay $3.9 million to settle California crypto investigation

Robinhood’s crypto division has agreed to pay a $3. 9 million fine, settling a California investigation into its past practices, according to a Sept. 5 statement. California Attorney General Rob Bonta said the settlement was secured after Robinhood Crypto prevented users from withdrawing their digital assets from 2018 to 2022. дальше »

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Robinhood fined $3.9M in California over crypto withdrawal restrictions from 2018

Robinhood's fine highlights the increasing regulatory scrutiny and the need for transparency in the cryptocurrency industry. The post Robinhood fined $3.9M in California over crypto withdrawal restrictions from 2018 appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Robinhood's Former Ban on Crypto Withdrawals Draws $3.9M Settlement in California

Robinhood's crypto-trading subsidiary used to prevent customers from withdrawing the tokens they bought. Though Robinhood Crypto LLC abandoned that policy in 2022, on Wednesday its past practices earned a $3. дальше »

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California passes bill to prohibit unauthorized AI replicas of the deceased

California’s Senate passed Assembly Bill 1836, prohibiting unauthorized AI-generated replicas of deceased personalities without prior consent to protect performers’ rights and likenesses. дальше »

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Маск и Бутерин поддержали спорный законопроект об ИИ

Илон Маск и Виталик Бутерин выразили поддержку широко обсуждаемому калифорнийскому законопроекту SB 1047, призванному регулировать искусственный интеллект.   This is a tough call and will make some people upset, but, all things considered, I think California should probably pass the SB 1047 AI safety bill. дальше »

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SEC’s Case Against Kraken Will Proceed to Trial, California Judge Rules

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) lawsuit against Kraken will proceed to trial, a California judge ruled Friday. дальше »

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SEC lawsuit against Kraken to proceed: ruling

A California judge denied Kraken’s move to dismiss an SEC lawsuit and found the Commission’s crypto-securities argument acceptable. On Aug. 23, U.S. District Judge William H. Orrick ruled that the crypto exchange Kraken must face a Securities and Exchange Commission… дальше »

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Anthropic jumps in on tug-of-war over California AI bill

Things are heating up on the AI legislation front with Anthropic voicing its support of an AI bill introduced by senator Scott Wiener, one which received a letter of opposition from OpenAI. дальше »

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BlockDAG’s Path to $1 and Toncoin’s $14 Forecast Amid AVAX’s Impact on DMV Services 

The crypto world is brimming with anticipation as 2024 brings a wave of seismic shifts. Toncoin is poised for a potentially dramatic price surge, with projections hitting as high as $14.20. At the same time, Avalanche (AVAX) is making headlines by drastically speeding up the California DMV’s vehicle title transfers, cutting processing times from weeks […] The post BlockDAG’s Path to $1 and Toncoin’s $14 Forecast Amid AVAX’s Impact on DMV Services  appeared first on CaptainAltcoin. дальше »

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California DMV putting vehicle titles on a subnet is innovation theater

It would be harder than putting VINs on a private subnet, but how about allowing vehicle owners to get zero-knowledge proof of ownership on a public chain? дальше »

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Binance founder CZ moved to halfway house, remains in custody

Changpeng Zhao, the former CEO of Binance, has been transferred from prison to a halfway house at the Residential Reentry Management office in Long Beach, California. Crypto Twitter is pumping with rumors and speculation that Zhao has been officially released… дальше »

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California senator slams OpenAI’s opposition to AI safety bill

As the debate over SB 1047 intensifies, Wiener remains steadfast in his support for the bill, which he believes is a necessary step toward responsible AI governance. дальше »

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California’s Santa Monica Launches First US Bitcoin Office

The city of Santa Monica, California, has officially launched its Bitcoin Office, the first of its kind in the US. The office will aim to educate residents on the use of the popular digital currency, explore new economic opportunities, and help the city build a reputation of being a hub of Bitcoin innovation. дальше »

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Crypto scammer pleads guilty to AI trading bot scam

A cryptocurrency scammer has pleaded guilty to defrauding multiple individuals by promising lucrative gains via an artificial intelligence-powered trading bot. According to a report from 5news, Kolin Lukas Deshazo, a resident of Springdale, California, orchestrated a cryptocurrency investment scam involving… дальше »

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Santa Monica ‘Bitcoin Office’ webpage goes live

The city of Santa Monica, California officially added a “Bitcoin Office” section on its website to bolster industry partnerships and increase employment opportunities. The move comes about a month after the Santa Monica City Council unanimously approved a pilot program… дальше »

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Only Few Days Left To Enter BlockDAG’s $2 Million Giveaway; More On Ethereum ETFs & Avalanche Network Evolution 

Ethereum ETFs have experienced substantial withdrawals of $546 million shortly after an enthusiastic start, while the Avalanche network is transforming the bureaucratic landscape by digitizing 42 million vehicle titles in California, significantly enhancing processing times. дальше »

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Avalanche crypto watch - Blockchain scores a win with California's DMV!

California’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has successfully digitized over 42 million car titles using the Avalanche blockchain. This ambitious project aims to simplify and streamline the titleThe post Avalanche crypto watch - Blockchain scores a win with California's DMV! appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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'This Is Huge for Crypto': Billionaire Mark Cuban Speaks Out, What Happened?

California's DMV digitizes car titles with blockchain, and Mark Cuban reveals why this is game-changer for cryptocurrency дальше »

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California DMV digitizes 47 million vehicle titles on Avalanche

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has digitized 42 million car titles on the Avalanche blockchain, marking a significant step in modernizing its operations. Oxhead Alpha announced the large-scale implementation on July 30, aiming to streamline the title transfer process for California’s 39 million residents. дальше »

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California DMV Puts 42M Car Titles on the Avalanche Network in Digitization Push

The service, developed by Oxhead Alpha, will let users transfer vehicle titles in minutes without going to an office versus the two weeks in the traditional system. дальше »

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California DMV digitizes 42m car titles on blockchain

California’s Department of Motor Vehicles has digitized 42 million car titles using blockchain technology to reduce fraud and minimize the need for in-person visits. The project, conducted in collaboration with tech company Oxhead Alpha on Ava Labs’ Avalanche (AVAX) blockchain,… дальше »

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Will Biden’s replacement as Democrat nominee be pro-crypto?

There had been hopes that California Governor Gavin Newsom may have been preparing to launch his own bid to be Democrat nominee, but he has bowed out. Kamala Harris is working fast to try and secure the Democratic presidential nomination… дальше »

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Panasonic, IBM partner with Constellation Network to debut its DoD-vetted “Blockchain of Blockchains” in Global Hackathon

San Francisco, USA/California, 15th July 2024, Chainwire The post Panasonic, IBM partner with Constellation Network to debut its DoD-vetted “Blockchain of Blockchains” in Global Hackathon appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »

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Panasonic, IBM partner with Constellation Network to debut its DoD-vetted “Blockchain of Blockchains” in Global Hackathon

San Francisco, USA/California, 15th July 2024, Chainwire The post Panasonic, IBM partner with Constellation Network to debut its DoD-vetted “Blockchain of Blockchains” in Global Hackathon appeared first on CaptainAltcoin. дальше »

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Crypto-Friendly Silvergate Bank Pays $63M to Settle Charges With SEC, Fed, California Regulator

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filed a complaint against Silvergate Bank's parent entity and its former executives on Monday. дальше »

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Peter Schiff Issues Gloomy BTC Price Prediction, Ripple CEO Hails 'Big Win' in California, SHIB Burn Rate Surges 2,682% With No Price Momentum: Crypto News Digest by U.Today

What happened in the world of crypto over the weekend? Read U.Today's news digest to find out! дальше »

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California Developer’s Wealth Growth with Ethereum Classic & BlockDAG’s 1120% Price Surge

From Ethereum Classic to BlockDAG Millionaire: Your Next Crypto Jackpot Awaits at $10 In the rapidly evolving tech and cryptocurrency sectors, the opportunities for significant financial advancement can appear and disappear as quickly as innovations in Silicon Valley. дальше »

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Ripple CEO Hails “Big Win” in California

Brad Garlinghouse claims that the California could ruling was a "big win" for his company дальше »

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XRP Suffers Major Setback As Legal Expert Says Coin Set To Be Labeled A Security In California

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