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Prosecutors Recommend 18-Month Prison Term for Heather Morgan in Bitfinex Hack Case
12.10.2024
Heather Morgan, known by her rap persona “Razzlekhan,” could land an 18-month prison sentence after pleading guilty to laundering cryptocurrency linked to the 2016 Bitfinex hack. Prosecutors described her role as pivotal in obscuring stolen bitcoin through complex schemes, despite...
FTX's Salame Hoped Dog Bite Would Delay Prison, But Tucker Carlson Derailed Effort
11.10.2024
Former FTX executive Ryan Salame, convicted of violating U.S. election laws in his contribution of millions of dollars in the previous congressional elections, has been rebuffed in an 11th-hour attempt to delay his prison sentence to treat a dog bite to his face
Crypto staking Jarretts again sue IRS over block reward taxes
11.10.2024
A previous case brought by Josh and Jessica Jarrett was dismissed in 2022 after the IRS conceded to refund some of the tax paid.
Brazilian Authorities Launch Operation Targeting Entities Facilitating Crypto Money Laundering
10.10.2024
The Brazilian Federal Police launched Operation Alcacaria this Wednesday, aiming to thwart the action of a network focused on providing money laundering services using cryptocurrency. The operation involved 62 search warrants, 13 arrest warrants, and the seizure of funds of the involved entities...
Ripple Labs escalates dispute with SEC, files notice of cross-appeal
10.10.2024
Ripple has disclosed plans to take its legal battle with the SEC to a higher court in the United States
FTX investors end lawsuit targeting Sullivan & Cromwell
10.10.2024
The Moskowitz Law Firm, the lead plaintiffs’ counsel, said that it had dismissed Sullivan & Cromwell voluntarily and that no settlement was associated with the dismissal.
FTX investors end lawsuit targeting Sullivan & Cromwell
10.10.2024
The Moskowitz Law Firm, the lead plaintiffs’ counsel, said that it had dismissed Sullivan & Cromwell voluntarily and that no settlement was associated with the dismissal.
OpenAI accuses Elon Musk of harassment in legal filing
9.10.2024
The artificial intelligence firm is seeking a dismissal of Musk’s lawsuit
Influencer Suggests SEC & Ripple Might Settle Legal Battle Soon
9.10.2024
Social Media Crypto Influencer Amonyx recently shared a rumor on his X (formerly known as Twitter) account, suggesting…
86-year-old to pay $14M after admitting to running crypto Ponzi scheme
9.10.2024
Prosecutors only sought a five-year probation sentence for crypto schemer David Kagel because of his age and ailing health
Canary Capital Files for XRP ETF Amid Ripple’s Legal Battle
9.10.2024
The legal drama between Ripple and SEC is yet to climax, despite which Canary Capital is making waves…
Latam Insights Encore: Bukele Might Orange-Pill Milei on Bitcoin
8.10.2024
Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from last week. In this edition, we examine President Nayib Bukele’s official visit to Argentina, and how this might translate to bitcoin being more prominently incorporated...
Pavel Durov and partner reveal miscarriage following arrest
6.10.2024
Telegram founder Pavel Durov's arrest has sparked widespread condemnation of the French government for promoting censorship policies
DC Circuit Court Rules Kalshi’s US Election Bets Legal
5.10.2024
This week, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit has ruled in favor of the predictions market Kalshi, allowing the commodities exchange to offer event contracts based on the outcome of U.S. congressional elections. Circuit Judge Millett’s opinion supports the legality...
XRP price falls 15% in 3 days — Will Ripple’s legal setback mark the bottom?
5.10.2024
XRP could see a 4,000% rally in the next bull market cycle, according to a fractal pattern reminiscent of its 2017 price surge
DOJ Charges 21-Year-Old in $37M Cyber Intrusion and Crypto Heist
4.10.2024
A 21-year-old from Indiana has pleaded guilty to cyber intrusion and cryptocurrency theft in a massive scheme targeting hundreds of victims. His actions involved stealing personal data and cryptocurrency worth over $37 million, with law enforcement crediting significant investigative efforts...
SEC Appeals Ripple Case, Citing Errors in Final Judgment
3.10.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a formal notice of appeal against Ripple Labs in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. The appeal follows a district court’s ruling in August, which the SEC argues contained significant legal errors. SEC Challenges...
Crypto lawyers on Telegram CEO Pavel Durov’s ‘crimes’ — Is it legal?
2.10.2024
Was it right to arrest Telegram founder Pavel Durov? Or is it like arresting a telco CEO because criminals discussed crime on a phone call?
Swan Bitcoin Alleges Ex-Employees Conspired to Steal Mining Business
27.9.2024
A newly filed lawsuit claims that Swan Bitcoin, a financial services company focused on bitcoin, is accusing former employees of trying to hijack its “billion-dollar bitcoin mining business.” According to the suit, Swan’s subsidiary Electric Solidus alleges that Proton...
OpenAI’s move to for-profit: Is it indeed ‘illegal’?
27.9.2024
OpenAI’s potential transformation into a for-profit corporation is not impossible, but it will likely not be an easy process