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SEC files final response in Ripple XRP case
8.5.2024
The SEC argues that Ripple’s assertions do not negate the need for injunctions to prevent future violations
Blockchain Association files support in suit to lift Tornado Cash sanctions
21.11.2023
The crypto advocacy group said OFAC must act within its statutory authority by sanctioning bad actors, not open-source software tools
Crypto advocates file amicus brief to address users' Fourth Amendment privacy rights
22.10.2023
The amicus brief was filed to support an appeal against the Internal Revenue Service in relation to a 2017 court order where Coinbase was forced to hand over data from more than 14,300 of its users to the IRS
State Securities Regulators Support SEC in Lawsuit Against Crypto Exchange Coinbase
11.10.2023
A group uniting regional securities regulators in North America has backed the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in its Coinbase lawsuit. The move goes against arguments in favor of adopting dedicated rules for crypto assets in the United States as opposed to implementing existing...
Securities regulators oppose special treatment of crypto in Coinbase case
11.10.2023
A body representing North America’s state securities regulators took aim at arguments made by crypto exchange Coinbase in its defense against the SEC
Law Professors Blast SEC’s Concept of Investment Contract in Amicus Brief
14.8.2023
Six professors of law have issued an amicus brief in favor of Coinbase, blasting the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) stance on the definition of investment contracts. Through a historical examination of the development of securities laws, the brief concludes that an investment...
Crypto lobbyists still fighting to axe 'unlawful' Tornado Cash sanctions
5.6.2023
The crypto industry advocacy group has placed its support behind Coin Center and its lawsuit against the U.S. Treasury over its Tornado Cash sanctions
Coinbase wins $470K restitution in insider trading case
12.4.2023
The brother of a former Coinbase employee allegedly profited from an insider trading scheme and now has 20 years to repay the funds
Trade group accuses SEC of ‘stealthy’ overreach in Coinbase insider trading case
23.2.2023
The Chamber of Digital Commerce has accused the SEC of trying to impose securities regulations via the “back door” of an insider trading lawsuit
Remittances to Low and Middle Income Countries in 2022 Up by 5% to $626 Billion — Latest World Bank Report
7.12.2022
Despite the headwinds that have dominated the year, remittances to low and middle-income countries in 2022 still grew by 5% to $626 billion, the World Bank Migration and Development Brief has said. Africa, where the cost of sending $200 averaged 7.8% in 2022, is the “most severely exposed...
You have our swords: 12 independent entities pledge legal support for Ripple
4.11.2022
The evidence is mounting as “friends of the court” line up in support of Ripple Labs
Crypto Exchange Coinbase Files Amicus Brief to Support Ripple in SEC Lawsuit Over XRP
2.11.2022
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has filed an amicus brief in support of Ripple Labs in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawsuit over xrp. Coinbase’s support is seen as a significant step in the case given that the crypto exchange was among the first trading platforms...
Coinbase seeks to join Ripple’s legal fight against the SEC
1.11.2022
Crypto exchange Coinbase has filed documentation asking permission to help Ripple Labs in its ongoing legal battle with the SEC
Grayscale fires first salvo in case against SEC over Bitcoin ETF refusal
12.10.2022
The SEC must submit its brief by Nov. 9. After that, Grayscale will then submit a reply brief on Nov. 30 before both parties submit a final brief on Dec. 21
Russian Government Eyes $13 Billion in Taxes From Crypto Economy
9.2.2022
Authorities in Moscow expect to collect more than $13 billion as tax payments from the Russian crypto market, according to a government document quoted by media. The estimate comes as Russian institutions are holding discussions on the future of cryptocurrencies in the country. One Trillion Rubles...
No precedent: IRS court settlement doesn't clarify crypto staking taxes
8.2.2022
There is yet to be a conclusive court ruling regarding the taxation of staked crypto rewards; however, a recent case demonstrates industry progression
Makersplace Plans to Drop World’s First 2pac NFT Collection Authorized by the Shakur Estate
10.12.2021
On December 15, the non-fungible token (NFT) market platform Makersplace will drop an assortment of NFTs based on Tupac Shakur’s most well-known jewelry pieces. Makersplace and the NFT artists and curators Impossible Brief and Digital Arts & Sciences worked closely with Shakur’s...