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SEC likely still believes SOL is a security, say crypto execs
31.7.2024
Many crypto observers may be “overreading” the security regulator’s latest filing for its Binance lawsuit, meaning Solana and other tokens may not be off the hook yet
DraftKings kills NFT business, citing 'legal developments’
31.7.2024
It comes four weeks after a federal judge found DraftKings NFTs fell “within the meaning” of the Securities Act and Exchange Act and thus could be securities
SEC backs down on claiming SOL, ADA, MATIC and other tokens are securities in Binance suit
30.7.2024
The SEC has retracted its request for a court ruling to classify tokens such as Solana, Cardano, Polygon and others as securities
Coinbase adds former Bill Clinton aide, Supreme Court lawyer to board
26.7.2024
Two of the new Coinbase directors have previously served under US presidents, while the other has extensive experience in the management consulting industry
Coinbase files motion to compel in ongoing fight to get Gensler’s emails
24.7.2024
Coinbase has now filed a motion to compel, including among others, a narrowed request for Gary Gensler’s private communications during his time as Chair
Riot subsidiary Whinstone US sues former JV partner over revenue flow
23.7.2024
The partners at the Texas facility had troubled relations almost from their start in 2020
Riot subsidiary Whinstone US sues former JV partner over revenue flow
23.7.2024
The partners at the Texas facility had troubled relations almost from their start in 2020
Judge nods Robinhood’s $9M ‘refer-a-friend’ lawsuit settlement
18.7.2024
Robinhood has settled a long-running class-action lawsuit in Washington that involved unsolicited text spamming via its ‘refer-a-friend’ program
Sega Sues Online Troll Who Harassed Its Staff, And Wins
17.7.2024
There’s a hell of a lot of harassment going on in gaming. If there’s one thing Kotaku would like to see, it would be big-name publishers speaking up about it, and taking a stand against it, instead of capitulating to it or tacitly endorsing it through silence. Meanwhile, there’s Sega’s approach...
Chainalysis Chief Economist Joins Tether Amidst Ongoing Class Action Lawsuit
16.7.2024
Amidst a legal challenge, Tether, the USDT stablecoin issuer, has made a strategic appointment. The Chief Economist of crypto surveillance company Chainalysis, Philip Gradwell, has been brought on board as Tether’s Head of Economics. This move comes at a time when Tether and its sister...
Coinbase narrows subpoena, wants Gensler’s emails during time as SEC Chair
16.7.2024
Coinbase initially demanded a subpoena into Gary Gensler’s private communications before his time as SEC Chair but has changed tactics in its latest letter to the judge
Plaintiffs amend complaint in Tether lawsuit for alleged USDT scheme
16.7.2024
The class-action lawsuit alleges Tether and Bitfinix conspired to manipulate crypto market prices
Plaintiffs File New, Slimmed Down Complaint in Class Action Lawsuit Against Tether
15.7.2024
Plaintiffs in an ongoing class action lawsuit against Tether and Bitfinex have filed a new, slimmed-down complaint accusing the crypto companies of manipulating the crypto markets and violating antitrust laws
Ripple vs. SEC: Ripple’s landmark victory one year later
13.7.2024
While challenges remain, Ripple's victory has set a precedent that could shape the future of the cryptocurrency industry for years to come
SEC vs. Ripple: One year on since landmark ruling
13.7.2024
While challenges remain, Ripple’s victory has set a precedent that could shape the future of the cryptocurrency industry for years to come
Messari Declares Independence From SEC — Calls Chair Gensler Incompetent and Corrupt
9.7.2024
Crypto intelligence platform Messari has declared independence from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). CEO Ryan Selkis calls SEC Chair Gary Gensler incompetent and corrupt. Messari plans to challenge the SEC’s legitimacy through legal, congressional, and media avenues, arguing...
NYT AI lawsuit gets weird as OpenAI demands sources for every article
4.7.2024
It’s unclear whether the judge in the case is considering the request, but the New York Times had a strong response to the request
SEC wants retailer’s crypto suit tossed as it’s based on ‘phantom’ policy
4.7.2024
A Texas bag retailer sued the SEC to get legal protection for a token airdrop, but the regulator says the suit was based on a policy that doesn’t exist
Binance US Confident in Legal Battle Against SEC as Case Moves Forward
4.7.2024
Binance US responded to the court’s decision to allow the SEC lawsuit to proceed, expressing confidence in its position and criticizing the SEC’s regulatory approach. “We remain confident in our position that the SEC’s case is unsupported by the facts or the law,...
Investors brace for US election outcomes as crypto hits the ballot
3.7.2024
FIT21’s bipartisan support suggests a potential shift in U.S. crypto policy, while investors are focused on long-term trends despite political uncertainty