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Regulated Liability Network identifies proof-of-concept case with digital pound
5.9.2023
The RLN, which places tokenized assets and liabilities on the same ledger, was tested with simulated cross-border CBDC transactions in a previous project
FTX Unveils Reorganization Strategy, Proposing ‘Offshore Crypto Exchange’ and New Trust
1.8.2023
In the midst of the bankruptcy proceedings, FTX presented its primary reorganization strategy and term sheet to the U.S. bankruptcy court, detailing an ambitious plan to reinvent FTX as an “offshore crypto exchange” while also founding a new limited liability trust. At this time, the proposed...
New York Federal Reserve and US Banks Complete Programmable Dollar CBDC Test
8.7.2023
The New York Federal Reserve and a group of financial institutions announced the successful conclusion of a proof-of-concept of the Regulated Liability Network (RLN), which contemplates the introduction of a dollar-based interbank central bank digital currency (CBDC). The test concluded that, using...
FTX lawyers, creditors slam SBF's petition to get legal fees reimbursed
30.3.2023
The creditor's committee and FTX lawyers have raised several arguments in objecting to Bankman Fried’s request. A hearing date is set for April 12
The Liability of DAOs and Their Founders Has Been Put to the Test in Court
29.3.2023
Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) are beginning to look like general partnerships in the eyes of U.S. courts
Several Crypto Mining Operations Busted in Russia
19.3.2023
Authorities and power utilities in various Russian regions have shut down illegal crypto mining farms, seizing hardware and taking operators to court. The action against the coin minting facilities comes amid discussions on a proposal to introduce criminal liability for miners breaking the upcoming...
Russian Crypto Industry Queries Government About Proposed Criminal Liability for Miners
18.3.2023
The organization representing Russia’s crypto sector has asked the government in Moscow to clarify a proposal to introduce criminal liability for “gray” miners. The draft legislation seeks to punish those who fail to report their income to the state and share information about their digital...
Moody’s Downgrades US Banking Sector to Negative After Collapse of Three Major Banks
14.3.2023
After the failure of three major U.S. banks last week, with two of them being the second and third largest banking failures in the country, Moody’s Investors Service has downgraded the rating of the U.S. banking system from “stable” to “negative.” As one of...
Lawmakers to Resubmit Russia’s Crypto Mining Bill, Introduce Liability for ‘Gray’ Miners
26.2.2023
The draft law legalizing cryptocurrency mining will be resubmitted to Russian parliament which will postpone its adoption, one of its sponsors announced. Members of the lower house are also working on a separate bill that will introduce liability for those who mint digital coins illegally. Adoption...
Wyoming lawmakers pass bill to prevent forced disclosure of private keys
16.2.2023
The only exception to the law will be where the public key is unavailable to disclose details of the digital asset, digital identities, interest or right
SEC Will Use All Available Tools to Crack Down on Crypto Firms That Aren’t in Compliance With Its Rules, Says Chair Gensler
24.12.2022
The chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler, has revealed that the regulator will use all available tools to bring crypto platforms into compliance with its rules. In addition, the SEC chief said: “Proof of reserves is neither a full accounting of...
Marshall Islands legally recognizes DAOs as domestic limited liability companies
22.12.2022
The law enables legal entities registered in the country to formally adopt DAO structures and governance tools
Crypto Exchange Kraken Settles With Treasury Department Over Sanctions Violations
30.11.2022
Crypto exchange Kraken has settled with the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) over its apparent violations of sanctions against Iran. The cryptocurrency exchange has agreed to remit $362,159 to settle its potential civil liability and invest an additional...
Mango Markets exploiter said actions were ‘legal,’ but was it?
18.10.2022
A crypto lawyer believes the Mango Markets exploiter Avraham Eisenberg could still face consequences despite users supposedly agreeing not to pursue legal action
Landmark Crypto Judgment: Service by NFTs, Disclosure Orders Against Crypto Exchanges, and Potential Constructive Trustee Liability
21.8.2022
Kate Gee is Counsel at Signature Litigation LLP, specialising in crypto disputes, civil fraud, and asset tracing.__________...
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Russia Considers Jail Time for People Helping Crypto Scammers Launder Proceeds
15.7.2022
The interior ministry of Russia has decided to go after those providing money-laundering services to crypto fraudsters, suggesting they should go to prison. The department wants to introduce criminal liability for the activities of these people, also known as ‘droppers.’...
Take-Two Going After Another GTA Modder
6.7.2022
Another day, another DMCA takedown notice sent to a Grand Theft Auto modder. This time, it’s virtual reality modder Luke Ross who says that Take-Two has issued him a DMCA claim over his VR mods even though he argues that his work contains no copyrighted code or material. It’s just the latest in...
Coinbase Doesn’t Offer Liability Protection, but That’s No Reason to Panic
2.6.2022
Coinbase’s announcement last month is a sign of regulatory progress to come, according to one institutional investor
Despite Criminalizing Mining, Abkhazia Uncovers Another Crypto Farm
19.5.2022
Even after introducing fines and criminal liability for cryptocurrency mining, Abkhazia continues to find underground facilities for digital currency extraction. This week, law enforcement officials have confiscated dozens of mining devices from an illegal crypto farm. Abkhazia Shuts Down Crypto...
Russian Bankers Suggest Criminalizing Crypto Storage in Non-Custodial Wallets
20.4.2022
Keeping cryptocurrencies in non-custodial wallets may be criminalized in Russia, if authorities accept a proposal from the trade association representing Russian banks. While financial regulators think the idea deserves attention, lawmakers and experts doubt it’s possible to implement such...