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Shanghai High Court Pilots Blockchain Technology to Record Hearings for Court Reform

Shanghai High Court Pilots Blockchain Technology to Record Hearings for Court Reform

Shanghai’s high court has started using blockchain technology to record hearings as part of its court record reform pilot. During the meeting on the reform of court records, participants took part in observing the whole process of the court trial of a dispute over the equity transfer contract heard by the Shanghai Minhang District People’s Court.

US Federal Court Defines Bitcoin As Money

US Federal Court Defines Bitcoin As Money

A US Federal court has classified Bitcoin as a “money” under the Washington, D.C, Money Transmitters Act (MTA).

New York Supreme Court Declares NYAG has Jurisdiction over Bitfinex

New York Supreme Court Declares NYAG has Jurisdiction over Bitfinex

The New York State Supreme Court ruled that the New York Attorney General (NYAG) has jurisdiction over the case with cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex, regarding fraud allegations.

UK Court Recognized Cryptocurrency as Property in Freezing Order

UK Court Recognized Cryptocurrency as Property in Freezing Order

In a property ownership tussle, UK high court found itself in the second attempt to recognize cryptocurrency as property. This time round, the court imposed a freezing order to crypto firm directors who failed to prove that they were not owners of the disputed cryptocurrencies.

India’s Crypto Bill Hearing Postponed by Supreme Court

India’s Crypto Bill Hearing Postponed by Supreme Court

The Indian supreme court has set a new date to hear the crypto case, which was originally scheduled for July 23. The purpose of the hearing was to address the writ petitions against the central bank’s crypto restriction.

Telegram Appeals Federal Court Injunction to Stop Gram Distribution

Telegram Appeals Federal Court Injunction to Stop Gram Distribution

Telegram has filed an appeal to yesterday’s ruling by a United Stated federal court in favour of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) which has prohibited the issuance of Gram tokens for the time being.

Tokyo District Court Ordered Japan’s First Bitcoin Seizure

Tokyo District Court Ordered Japan’s First Bitcoin Seizure

The Tokyo District Court has set a legal precedent for the cryptocurrency industry in Japan, by issuing the first Bitcoin seizure.

China’s Supreme Court Decides to Strengthen the Protection of Cryptocurrency Property Rights

China’s Supreme Court Decides to Strengthen the Protection of Cryptocurrency Property Rights

The Chinese Supreme Court has decided to strengthen cryptocurrency property rights. China’s Supreme Court is looking to further protect property rights, including economic property rights through different ownership systems in accordance with the law.

Nordea Bank Ban on Staff Bitcoin Trading Upheld By Danish Court

Nordea Bank Ban on Staff Bitcoin Trading Upheld By Danish Court

A Danish court has ruled that Nordea Bank is within its rights to prohibit its employees from investing in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

India’s Apex Court Postpones Cryptocurrencies Ban Hearing to November

India’s Apex Court Postpones Cryptocurrencies Ban Hearing to November

Back in April 2018, the Reserve Bank of India released a press release prohibiting banks from providing financial services to individuals and corporate bodies dealing in cryptocurrencies. This move by the Reserve Bank of India has received many criticisms from several individuals and the High Court of Delhi as the ban clearly violates the constitution.

Ripple’s First Court Date for SEC Lawsuit of XRP Tokens Set for February 2021

Ripple’s First Court Date for SEC Lawsuit of XRP Tokens Set for February 2021

The official pre-trial court date for the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s lawsuit against Ripple for the sale of XRP tokens has been set.

India's Central Bank Slammed with a Two Week Crypto Ban Ultimatum

India's Central Bank Slammed with a Two Week Crypto Ban Ultimatum

India's central bank has been slammed by the nation's supreme court about the stance it took in banning cryptocurrency business. It was given two weeks to give a concrete response to justify its actions.

India’s Central Bank Aims to Undo the Supreme Court Ruling on Lifting the Crypto Ban

India’s Central Bank Aims to Undo the Supreme Court Ruling on Lifting the Crypto Ban

India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has planned to report a review petition on the recent Supreme Court’s cryptocurrency ruling, according to the Economic Times.

NAC Foudation Accuses US SEC of Misleading Court in AML BitCoin Case

NAC Foudation Accuses US SEC of Misleading Court in AML BitCoin Case

The legal battle between The NAC Foundation and the SEC is still far from over, and the Foundation argues that the SEC misled the court in its ongoing case against AML Bitcoin.

Cryptopia Users Win New Zealand Ruling Over Locked Cryptocurrency as High Court Declares them "Property"

Cryptopia Users Win New Zealand Ruling Over Locked Cryptocurrency as High Court Declares them "Property"

Clients of Cryptopia exchange will finally get their funds back after a New Zealand high court classifies the rules that they are entitled to their funds.

India’s Government Plans to Bring Back Law to Ban Cryptocurrencies

India’s Government Plans to Bring Back Law to Ban Cryptocurrencies

A report revealed that the Finance Ministry is now inviting other ministries to have a discussion of its earlier draft on the crypto ban introduced a year ago.

Ripple Investor’s Request to Recuperate Its $175M Stock Investment Is Denied by the Court

Ripple Investor’s Request to Recuperate Its $175M Stock Investment Is Denied by the Court

The Delaware court has ruled that Ripple shareholder Tetragon will not be able to reclaim its Ripple equity in cash.

Tables Turn for Japanese Man After Being Convicted for Secretly Installing a Crypto Mining Program

Tables Turn for Japanese Man After Being Convicted for Secretly Installing a Crypto Mining Program

The Tokyo High Court has dismissed the acquittal of a 32-year-old Japanese man who had been let off the hook by the Yokohama District Court in March 2019 after being accused of unlawfully inserting a cryptocurrency mining program dubbed Coinhive.

Crypto Trading in India Soared by 400% During COVID-19 Lockdown

Crypto Trading in India Soared by 400% During COVID-19 Lockdown

With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, India’s cryptocurrency trading industry has seen an increase of 400 percent over the last few months.

US Court to Determine Which Law Firm Should Lead Classic Action Against Tether

US Court to Determine Which Law Firm Should Lead Classic Action Against Tether

Tether (USDT) stablecoin issuer, IFinex and its subsidiary, Bitfinex exchange are facing charges of allegedly manipulating the price of Bitcoin in 2017. Although the company, on the other hand, is vehemently in denial of the charges levelled against it.

Chinese Smart Courts Leveraging Blockchain and AI

Chinese Smart Courts Leveraging Blockchain and AI

Smart courts in China are reportedly leveraging a range of innovative technologies to settle legal cases. The online judiciary courts utilize big data, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and blockchain.

Bitclub Crypto Ponzi Scheme Suspects Petition Court For Release Citing Coronavirus Fears

Bitclub Crypto Ponzi Scheme Suspects Petition Court For Release Citing Coronavirus Fears

Two men accused of operating a crypto Ponzi scheme, the BitClub Network, which defrauded thousands of investors out of $722 million, have requested a New Jersey federal court to grant them a temporary release. The two prisoners have petitioned a New Jersey federal judge as they fear they could contract the coronavirus if they are not freed from the enclosed county jail environment.

Former facilities worker who allegedly set up a secret cryptocurrency mining operation

Former facilities worker who allegedly set up a secret cryptocurrency mining operation

After skipping a court arraignment session, Nadeam Nahas faces arrest for using a school's energy for bitcoin mining.

FTX Founder to Forfeit $700 Million

FTX Founder to Forfeit $700 Million

If convicted of fraud, FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried will lose $700 million. 55,273,469 Robinhood shares were confiscated by the U.S.

U.S. Appeals Court Approves Seizure of Over $3 Billion in Bitcoin from Silk Road

U.S. Appeals Court Approves Seizure of Over $3 Billion in Bitcoin from Silk Road

The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court has finalized the seizure of 69,370 Bitcoin from Silk Road, worth over $3 billion, following a landmark legal process affirming the government's claim.

Lawyers for SBF time to discuss additional bail conditions

Lawyers for SBF time to discuss additional bail conditions

Sam Bankman-lawyers Fried's requested extra time to negotiate bail terms and identify a technical expert.

The creator of the nonfungible token collection Bored Ape Yacht Club

The creator of the nonfungible token collection Bored Ape Yacht Club

Yuga Labs agreed with the maker of a copycat collection of the blue-chip Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs.

Segantii Capital Management Faces Insider Dealing Charges in District Court

Segantii Capital Management Faces Insider Dealing Charges in District Court

Insider dealing case against Segantii Capital Management and CIO moved to District Court.

Three Ramp-and-Dump Cases Transferred to District Court

Three Ramp-and-Dump Cases Transferred to District Court

Three sophisticated ramp-and-dump cases have been transferred to the District Court, according to the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC).

First District Court Hears Cases Against 18 Defendants in Social Media Ramp-and-Dump Scandal

First District Court Hears Cases Against 18 Defendants in Social Media Ramp-and-Dump Scandal

The First District Court has initiated hearings for 18 defendants involved in three social media ramp-and-dump cases, according to the SFC.

Segantii Capital Management Faces Insider Dealing Charges in First District Court Hearing

Segantii Capital Management Faces Insider Dealing Charges in First District Court Hearing

Segantii Capital Management and its chief investment officer face insider dealing charges in the First District Court, according to apps.sfc.hk.

Indian Supreme Court Expresses Discontent Over Lack of Crypto Regulations

Indian Supreme Court Expresses Discontent Over Lack of Crypto Regulations

The absence of defined rules and regulations governing cryptocurrencies in India has lately drawn the attention of the country's Supreme Court.

What the U.S. Congress Decides on Crypto Will Ultimately Overstepping their authority

What the U.S. Congress Decides on Crypto Will Ultimately Overstepping their authority

Jake Chervinsky, the Blockchain Association's chief policy officer, criticized the SEC's enforcement-based regulation and urged Congress to regulate the sector.

Yuga Labs Legal Battle Escalates as Defendants Allegedly Thwart Court Orders

Yuga Labs Legal Battle Escalates as Defendants Allegedly Thwart Court Orders

Yuga Labs' lawsuit sees non-compliance accusations against defendants, potentially impacting the NFT and cryptocurrency landscape.

SEC Raises Objections to Celsius Network's Restructuring Plan Involving Coinbase

SEC Raises Objections to Celsius Network's Restructuring Plan Involving Coinbase

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a limited objection to the Chapter 11 restructuring plan of crypto lending platform Celsius Network. The objection, dated September 22, 2023, specifically targets the company's proposed arrangement with Coinbase for distribution services. The SEC is also currently engaged in a lawsuit against Coinbase, adding another layer of complexity to the situation.

UK Court Rules Against Craig Wright's Claims of Being Satoshi Nakamoto

UK Court Rules Against Craig Wright's Claims of Being Satoshi Nakamoto

A UK judge has ruled that Craig Wright, who claimed to have written the Bitcoin whitepaper, is not the elusive Satoshi Nakamoto.

US Bitcoin Corp-Hut 8 Merger Progresses Amid Celsius Plan Approval

US Bitcoin Corp-Hut 8 Merger Progresses Amid Celsius Plan Approval

US Bitcoin Corp has secured court approval for its merger with Hut 8 Mining Corp, marking a significant step towards managing its assets and listing on Nasdaq and the Toronto Stock Exchange.

FTX Former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Grilled in Court Over Exchange's Risk Management Measures

FTX Former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Grilled in Court Over Exchange's Risk Management Measures

FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried faced court examination on risk management after 2020 incident. BitMEX Research detailed discussions on "Allow Negative" code change, growth, and SBF's personal and professional entanglements.

Chamber of Digital Commerce argues the SEC is overstepping its authority

Chamber of Digital Commerce argues the SEC is overstepping its authority

The Chamber of Digital Commerce submitted an amicus brief asking the SEC to drop its case against former Coinbase employee Ishan Wahi for insider trading, alleging that the agency is trying to classify secondary market transactions as securities.

BlockFi's Collapse Tied to Ignored Risks with FTX and Alameda Research

BlockFi's Collapse Tied to Ignored Risks with FTX and Alameda Research

BlockFi's collapse tied to ignored risk warnings and flawed business practices, reveals a court filing. CEO Zac Prince allegedly dismissed concerns over high-risk loans to Alameda Research.

SEC Files Application to Compel Elon Musk's Compliance with Subpoena

SEC Files Application to Compel Elon Musk's Compliance with Subpoena

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed an application to compel Tesla CEO Elon Musk to comply with an administrative subpoena. The SEC is investigating Musk's 2022 Twitter stock purchases and his related statements and SEC filings. Despite initially agreeing to testify, Musk later refused to comply with the subpoena, prompting the SEC to seek court intervention.

A Colombian court recently hosted its first legal trial in the metaverse

A Colombian court recently hosted its first legal trial in the metaverse

The metaverse hosted Colombia's Magdalena Administrative Court's February 15 session. Maria Quinones, the court's Magistrate, called it "realer than a video call."

Colombia Holds Landmark Virtual Court Trial in Metaverse

Colombia Holds Landmark Virtual Court Trial in Metaverse

Colombia's Magdalena Administrative Court conducted a trial in the metaverse on February 15, with participants appearing as avatars in a virtual courtroom. The trial involved a traffic dispute brought by a regional transport union against the police and lasted two hours. The verdict could also be given in the metaverse. Colombia is one of the first countries to test legal proceedings in the metaverse.

Celebrities asked to dismiss second amended complaint in class-action lawsuit

Celebrities asked to dismiss second amended complaint in class-action lawsuit

Kim Kardashian, Floyd Mayweather, and others claim investors "suffered no damage from just hanging onto the tokens" in their dismissal request.

Mango Labs Sues Avraham Eisenberg for $47 Million

Mango Labs Sues Avraham Eisenberg for $47 Million

Mango Labs, the firm behind Mango Markets, has sued exploiter Avraham Eisenberg. The Jan. 25 complaint says Einseberg misused its platform for millions of dollars in cryptocurrency in 2022.

Former Bithumb Chairman Lee Jeong-hoon Faces 8-Year Prison Sentence in Appeal

Former Bithumb Chairman Lee Jeong-hoon Faces 8-Year Prison Sentence in Appeal

Former Bithumb Chairman Lee Jeong-hoon faces fraud charges over botched deal with BK Group Chairman Kim Byung-gun, awaiting an 8-year sentence, impacting governance and crypto industry regulatory landscape.

Singapore High Court Approves iSanctuary's Use of NFTs for Financial Investigations

Singapore High Court Approves iSanctuary's Use of NFTs for Financial Investigations

In a legal first for Singapore, the High Court has granted permission to UK-based financial investigation firm Intelligent Sanctuary (iSanctuary) to use nonfungible tokens (NFTs) in tracking and freezing assets related to a hack. The NFTs, created in partnership with Mintable, will serve as a warning to counterparties and exchanges and enable real-time tracking of transactions from the compromised wallets.

Court Upholds OFAC's Designation of Tornado Cash Under IEEPA

Court Upholds OFAC's Designation of Tornado Cash Under IEEPA

The US District Court upheld the OFAC's designation of Tornado Cash under the IEEPA, rejecting plaintiffs' claims of overreach and First Amendment violations, highlighting legal challenges for privacy-oriented blockchain entities.

New York Attorney General Letitia James Sues CoinEx

New York Attorney General Letitia James Sues CoinEx

CoinEx was sued by New York Attorney General Letitia James for selling bitcoin without registering.

Attorneys for Ex-FTX CEO Samuel Bankman-Fried Challenge Proposed Jury Questions Ahead of Fraud Trial

Attorneys for Ex-FTX CEO Samuel Bankman-Fried Challenge Proposed Jury Questions Ahead of Fraud Trial

The defense attorneys for former FTX CEO Samuel Bankman-Fried have submitted a letter challenging the proposed jury questions for the upcoming fraud trial. They assert that the government's proposed questions could harbor bias against Bankman-Fried, potentially leading to an unfair trial. The defense suggests an alternative voir dire to ensure a fair jury selection process, while the prosecution opposes these suggestions. The trial is slated to begin on October 4, 2023, following jury selection on October 3.

Former Coinbase Product Manager Seeks to Dismiss SEC Charges of Insider Trading

Former Coinbase Product Manager Seeks to Dismiss SEC Charges of Insider Trading

Ten lawyers from five law firms filed a move to dismiss an SEC insider trading lawsuit against two brothers, calling the regulator "wrong" and lacking government authorisation.

Court approves BlockFi's disclosure statement conditionally

Court approves BlockFi's disclosure statement conditionally

BlockFi Inc. and its affiliates announced that the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey conditionally approved the company's Disclosure Statement on August 2, 2023.

SBF Submits Fresh Bahamas Supreme Court Bail Application

SBF Submits Fresh Bahamas Supreme Court Bail Application

Sam Bankman-Fried has allegedly applied for bail again in the Bahamas Supreme Court. Money laundering, wire fraud, and securities fraud are among the eight U.S. allegations against the FTX founder. A court granted bail on December 13 because the crypto executive was a flight risk. On December 15, local media reported that he had filed the application and it will be considered in court in January.

FTX investors file class-action suit against Sequoia

FTX investors file class-action suit against Sequoia

FTX investor class-action lawsuit venture capital companies have a "tricky case," according to a crypto lawyer.

Bankman-Fried's Bail Conditions Extended

Bankman-Fried's Bail Conditions Extended

Sam Bankman-Fried's legal team requested a third extension on the enforcement of his revised bail conditions, citing difficulties in installing monitoring software on his parents' cell phones. The software is meant to capture a photo of the user "every five minutes."

Nigerian High Court Orders Binance to Comply with EFCC Data Request Amidst Money Laundering Concerns

Nigerian High Court Orders Binance to Comply with EFCC Data Request Amidst Money Laundering Concerns

Binance must supply Nigerian user data to the EFCC as the Nigerian High Court cites money laundering risks, highlighting crypto's impact on the naira's stability.

Court Approves Voyager Digital's Acquisition by Binance.US

Court Approves Voyager Digital's Acquisition by Binance.US

The US District Court rejected the government's appeal to halt Binance.US's acquisition of bankrupt brokerage company Voyager Digital. The court confirmed its prior approval of Voyager Digital's Chapter 11 bankruptcy plan, which involves selling assets to Binance.US to repay customers. The court also allowed Binance.US to issue repayment tokens to impacted Voyager customers, despite objections by the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

Celsius Network's Disclosure Statement Gets Court Approval

Celsius Network's Disclosure Statement Gets Court Approval

Celsius Network's Disclosure Statement approved by NY Bankruptcy Court. Fahrenheit, LLC selected as winning bidder in May 2023 auction. Voting on Chapter 11 Plan set for Sep 22, 2023.

Indian Supreme Court Rejects Crypto Petition: Legislative Nature Emphasized

Indian Supreme Court Rejects Crypto Petition: Legislative Nature Emphasized

The Indian Supreme Court's decision not to accept a PIL for cryptocurrency regulation underscores the legislative nature of such regulations and the ongoing regulatory uncertainty in the crypto sector.

US Supreme Court Steps In On Coinbase Customer Contract Dispute

US Supreme Court Steps In On Coinbase Customer Contract Dispute

The US Supreme Court is set to decide on a contract dispute between Coinbase and its customers, potentially impacting user agreement drafting and enforcement in the digital currency trading sector.

Celsius Network Announces Court Approval of Reorganization Plan

Celsius Network Announces Court Approval of Reorganization Plan

Celsius Network has received court approval for its Plan of Reorganization, which aims to transform the company into a creditor-owned bitcoin mining firm, with over 95% creditor support, and aim for a 2024 Chapter 11 emergence.

FTX and Affected Parties Request Subpoenas for Information from close relatives

FTX and Affected Parties Request Subpoenas for Information from close relatives

FTX subpoenas Sam Bankman-Fried and colleagues for bankruptcy proceedings.

Former FTX CEO faces 12 criminal charges

Former FTX CEO faces 12 criminal charges

District Judge Lewis Kaplan released a 12-count superseding indictment against Sam Bankman-Fried.

CEO Sues Board Members for Seizing Control of Crypto Miner

CEO Sues Board Members for Seizing Control of Crypto Miner

Layer1 Technologies CEO John Harney sued two board members for profiting from mining activities.

Yuga Labs Facing More Lawsuits Over NFTs

Yuga Labs Facing More Lawsuits Over NFTs

Rosen, a global legal firm, has encouraged BAYC and APE investors to join a class action lawsuit against Yuga Labs for securities law violations.

BAYC Copycat NFT Collection's Founder Files Opposition being filed

BAYC Copycat NFT Collection's Founder Files Opposition being filed

Despite the objections, Yuga Labs expects the 10 trademark applications to be approved.

How much money will Sullivan & Cromwell make from the FTX cryptocurrency

How much money will Sullivan & Cromwell make from the FTX cryptocurrency

A story claims FTX's notorious legal team would profit hundreds of millions from the exchange's bankruptcy lawsuit.

Trial between Hermes and NFT Artist Mason Rothschild set to go ahead

Trial between Hermes and NFT Artist Mason Rothschild set to go ahead

Hermès and digital artist Mason Rothschild's lawsuit is a "momentous turning point for Web3 and digital products."

US Court Approves Sealed Settlement in BlockFi vs. 3AC Dispute

US Court Approves Sealed Settlement in BlockFi vs. 3AC Dispute

A US judge approved a confidential settlement between BlockFi and Three Arrows Capital, aiming to resolve financial disputes without further litigation. The details remain sealed to protect sensitive information amidst BlockFi's bankruptcy proceedings and its implications on the broader crypto market.

Hut 8 Mining Corporation Ramps Up Fight Against Power Supplier

Hut 8 Mining Corporation Ramps Up Fight Against Power Supplier

Hut 8 Mining sued Ontario over power supply to a newly built crypto mining plant.

The identities of the guarantors who signed on as sureties

The identities of the guarantors who signed on as sureties

Judge Lewis Kaplan approved multiple news outlets' plea to reveal two of Sam Bankman-bail Fried's guarantors, who signed for $200,000 and $500,000.

South Korean Court Clears Former Terraform Labs CEO of Security Violations

South Korean Court Clears Former Terraform Labs CEO of Security Violations

A South Korean court dismissed charges of security violations against former Terraform Labs CEO Hyun-seong Shin, ruling that LUNA is not a security under the country's Capital Markets Act. The court rejected the prosecution's appeal for confiscation of Shin's properties and arrest, and stated that Luna is not a financial investment product regulated by the act. However, the prosecution has appealed to the Supreme Court against the verdict of the lower district court.

Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Used VPN

Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Used VPN

Sam Bankman-Fried used a VPN on Jan. 29 and Feb. 12, according to a U.S. Attorney. His attorneys maintain he was only watching football.

Alameda Accused of Misusing FTX Customer Funds in Court

Alameda Accused of Misusing FTX Customer Funds in Court

Key personnel from FTX and Alameda Research, during a trial, revealed concerning financial mismanagement and misrepresentation practices within the organizations. Gary Wang and Caroline Ellison's testimonies provided insights into significant financial instabilities, misuse of FTX funds by Alameda, and personal ventures being funded through loans from Alameda. The trial uncovers a complex scenario of financial misconduct and troubling personal-professional relationships, shedding light on alarming practices within these crypto entities.

Mango Markets Exploiter Avraham Eisenberg Detained Awaiting Trial

Mango Markets Exploiter Avraham Eisenberg Detained Awaiting Trial

Puerto Rico judge detained Mango Markets exploiter Avraham Eisenberg. Bail hearings might result in detention orders. If a court orders detention, the defendant will stay in jail until the case is over or they are freed through bail review. Eisenberg was detained on Dec. 28 for market manipulation and fraud.

DCG's subsidiary Genesis Capital slapped with new class

DCG's subsidiary Genesis Capital slapped with new class

Genesis Capital, a DCG subsidiary, faces a class action lawsuit. Digital asset lending clients filed the complaint. Genesis violated securities laws by providing unregistered securities.

CEO of IcomTech Pleads Guilty in Cryptocurrency Ponzi Scheme

CEO of IcomTech Pleads Guilty in Cryptocurrency Ponzi Scheme

Marco Ruiz Ochoa, former CEO of IcomTech, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud for his role in a large-scale cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme. The company falsely promised high returns on cryptocurrency investments and used promotional tactics to lure victims. Ochoa now faces up to 20 years in prison.

Silvergate Bank as defendants in a proposed class-action lawsuit from an FTX user

Silvergate Bank as defendants in a proposed class-action lawsuit from an FTX user

FTX users have suggested a class-action lawsuit against Silvergate Capital Corp., Silvergate Bank, and CEO Alan Lane.

Terraform Labs (Luna) Co-Founder Pleads US Court to Dismiss SEC's Fraud Allegations

Terraform Labs (Luna) Co-Founder Pleads US Court to Dismiss SEC's Fraud Allegations

Terraform Labs and co-founder Do Kwon are defending against fraud and securities allegations by the U.S. SEC, arguing their cryptocurrencies are not securities, amidst a wider legal battle between crypto firms and regulators following the Terra ecosystem's $40 billion downfall in 2022.

Former FTX CEO's attorneys agree to pay for security expert to assist

Former FTX CEO's attorneys agree to pay for security expert to assist

SBF's lawyers sent a short letter to Judge Kaplan agreeing to employ a tech expert for the fraud case.

Creditors owed money by FTX

Creditors owed money by FTX

FTX lawyers submitted its creditor matrix to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court on Jan. 25. The 115-page document lists creditors alphabetically. Airlines, hotels, charities, banks, venture capitalists, and media are creditors.

CryptoZoo, Logan Paul Sued for $5M Over his allegations

CryptoZoo, Logan Paul Sued for $5M Over his allegations

A class action complaint alleges Crypto Zoo, Logan Paul, and other executives "fraudulently" retained consumer monies and failed to fulfil promised advantages.

Eddy Alexandre Pleads Guilty to Commodities Fraud

Eddy Alexandre Pleads Guilty to Commodities Fraud

After pleading guilty to stealing $248 million from investors, EminiFX CEO Eddy Alexandre might serve 10 years in jail.

Singapore High Court Upholds DeFiance Capital's Claim Against Three Arrows Capital

Singapore High Court Upholds DeFiance Capital's Claim Against Three Arrows Capital

Singapore's High Court upheld DeFiance Capital founder Arthur Cheong's trust relationship over assets disputed in bankruptcy proceedings, establishing investors' rights in cryptocurrency assets and trust law.

Former US Secret Service Officer Warns of FTX Customer Targeting Risk

Former US Secret Service Officer Warns of FTX Customer Targeting Risk

Former US Secret Service officer Jeremy Sheridan has cautioned that the release of personal information of FTX customers could make them potential targets for identity and asset theft. Sheridan supported a motion from FTX debtors to withhold the confidential information of customers associated with the failed crypto exchange.

Celsius Creditors to Sue Executives for Fraud

Celsius Creditors to Sue Executives for Fraud

The Celsius Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors alleges "substantial claims and causes of action" against Alex Mashinsky and other executives for fiduciary breaches and fraudulent transactions.

Guarantors of Sam Bankman-Fried's Bail Bond signed off

Guarantors of Sam Bankman-Fried's Bail Bond signed off

Sam Bankman-legal Fried's team challenged U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan's order to reveal the two secret parties who signed his $250 million bail bond deal.

British Columbia Court Upholds Government's Temporary Ban on Cryptocurrency Mining Electricity Supply

British Columbia Court Upholds Government's Temporary Ban on Cryptocurrency Mining Electricity Supply

British Columbia's Supreme Court upheld a temporary suspension of electricity supply to new cryptocurrency mining operations, emphasizing the government's role in balancing energy demands with sustainability goals.

Bankrupt crypto lender Celsius Network has chosen NovaWulf Digital Management as sponsor

Bankrupt crypto lender Celsius Network has chosen NovaWulf Digital Management as sponsor

Celsius Network submitted a restructuring plan to a U.S. Bankruptcy Court.

Genesis creditor reveals new proposed restructuring plan that will see creditors getting back

Genesis creditor reveals new proposed restructuring plan that will see creditors getting back

DCG is giving its ownership investment in a Genesis trading firm to the insolvent crypto lender's worldwide parent company.

UK Supreme Court Denies AI's Claim to Inventorship in Landmark Case

UK Supreme Court Denies AI's Claim to Inventorship in Landmark Case

The UK Supreme Court's decision not to acknowledge AI as an inventor highlights the importance of human involvement in patent applications, setting a precedent for future AI-related patent disputes.

Researchers of Japan’s Blockchain-Based Digital Court Face Backlash Due to its Decentralized and Unregulated Nature

Researchers of Japan’s Blockchain-Based Digital Court Face Backlash Due to its Decentralized and Unregulated Nature

Researchers in Japan have been looking into a blockchain-based mechanism to settle legal disputes in a “digital court,” aiming to perform legal actions with a more cost-efficient legal process.

Chinese Courts Deploy Blockchain-Powered Electronic Door Seals for Enhanced Property Security

Chinese Courts Deploy Blockchain-Powered Electronic Door Seals for Enhanced Property Security

Chinese courts have gone a notch higher by adopting blockchain-based door seals that will optimize property security by enabling real-time video surveillance and a sophisticated alarm system. This move is intended to eradicate the conventional paper seals, which are not tamper-proof.

U.S. Judge Approves SEC's Motion to Extend its Discovery Period For Lawsuit with Ripple

U.S. Judge Approves SEC's Motion to Extend its Discovery Period For Lawsuit with Ripple

SEC's request to extend the facts discovery period for the ongoing Ripple case has been granted by Judge Sarah Netburn.

NSA’s Mass Phone Tapping and Data Collection was Illegal Says United States Federal Court

NSA’s Mass Phone Tapping and Data Collection was Illegal Says United States Federal Court

The NSA’s controversial phone data collection program first brought to light by former NSA agent Edward Snowden has been called illegal by a US Federal Court.

New York Man Charged with Defrauding Investors $4.5 Million in Cryptocurrency Investment Scheme

New York Man Charged with Defrauding Investors $4.5 Million in Cryptocurrency Investment Scheme

A New York man has been charged in US federal court with defrauding investors out of millions of dollars in crypto assets that he used on offshore gambling sites. A criminal complaint was filed on July 9, and the US Attorney’s Office charged Douglas Jae Woo Kim, 27 years old, with wire fraud in which he allegedly conned three investors out of over $4.5 million of Ethereum and Bitcoin.

Columbia Man Pleads Guilty to Bitcoin Dark Web Chemical Weapon Purchase

Columbia Man Pleads Guilty to Bitcoin Dark Web Chemical Weapon Purchase

A 45-year-old man from Columbia, Missouri pled guilty yesterday in a US federal court to one count of aggravated identity theft and one count of attempting to acquire a chemical weapon—via the dark web using Bitcoin.

Second Circuit Court Order's Terraform Labs and Do Kwon to Comply With SEC's Subpoena

Second Circuit Court Order's Terraform Labs and Do Kwon to Comply With SEC's Subpoena

The 2nd US Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a ruling that compels blockchain startup Terraform Labs and its co-founder Do Kwon to comply with a September 2021 Subpoena that served him at a New York Conference.

California Man Pleads Guilty to Running Illegal Bitcoin ATMs and Money Laundering

California Man Pleads Guilty to Running Illegal Bitcoin ATMs and Money Laundering

Kais Mohammad has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges of operating an illegal Bitcoin ATM business that laundered over $25 million.

U.S Court Issues John Doe Summons to Taxpayers that Failed to Remit Crypto Taxes

U.S Court Issues John Doe Summons to Taxpayers that Failed to Remit Crypto Taxes

The United States District Judge, Paul G. Gardephe has granted permission to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to issue what is called a John Doe summons on M.Y. Safra Bank to release information about customers who may have failed to remit taxes received from conducting crypto transactions

Teenage Twitter Hacker Mastermind of Bitcoin Scam Pleads Not Guilty

Teenage Twitter Hacker Mastermind of Bitcoin Scam Pleads Not Guilty

17-year old Graham Ivan Clark, the alleged teenage mastermind of the notorious Bitcoin hack involving high profile individuals has pleaded not guilty

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