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Malaysian kidnappers abducted Chinese man for $1M USDT: Report
15.8.2024
Six Malaysian nationals, including a couple, have been charged with kidnapping a Chinese citizen and demanding a ransom of $1 million in Tether (USDT)
Nigeria Blocks Jailed Binance Executive Tigran Gambaryan’s Legal Team
15.8.2024
Jailed Binance employee and an American citizen, Tigran Gambaryan, is reportedly experiencing severe health issues. Since a Nigerian court adjourned his hearing to October 11, his detention conditions have worsened, and his legal team has been blocked from visiting him, violating Nigerian...
Bitget Bolsters Legal Team with Former Binance Executive
14.8.2024
Bitget, a leading crypto exchange and web3 company, has announced the appointment of Hon Ng as its new…
7 Indicted in $300,000 Queens Bitcoin Theft, Say Prosecutors
14.8.2024
Seven individuals have been indicted for stealing over $300,000 in bitcoin from a Queens resident. The charges against them include grand larceny, money laundering, and identity theft, stemming from a lengthy investigation into a cryptocurrency wallet hack. Using advanced hacking techniques,...
Hong Kong court orders financial disclosures in Mantra Chain dispute
13.8.2024
The court said the DAO’s financial details should be known to both sides as they hash out ownership and control issues
Ripple vs SEC: ‘Victory,’ or another chapter in the legal battle?
12.8.2024
Some lawyers are doubtful on whether the latest court decision in the Ripple case should be referred to as a pure victory over the SEC
Tether Slams Celsius Network’s ‘Baseless’ $2 Billion Lawsuit
12.8.2024
Stablecoin issuer Tether has slammed the”baseless” claims that it illegally liquidated Celsius Network’s bitcoin collateral. Tether accused the crypto lender of trying to “improperly impose the costs of Celsius’ mismanagement and failure on Tether.”...
47 Companies Apply to Operate in Turkey Under New Crypto Regulations
12.8.2024
Turkey’s Capital Markets Board has issued an update on crypto asset service providers following new regulations. The provisional lists include 47 operational companies and three that are planning to liquidate. Current crypto service roviders are required to apply for permits or proceed with...
Ripple Legal Chief Discusses Potential SEC Appeal After Final Ruling in XRP Case
12.8.2024
Ripple’s chief legal officer has addressed the possibility of an appeal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) following the $125 million final judgment in the XRP case. He suggested that if the Biden-Harris administration is committed to resetting its stance on crypto,...
Tornado Cash dev Alexey Pertsev seeks more funding for legal appeal
11.8.2024
The case of Alexey Pertsev is more than just a legal battle; it is a pivotal moment for the crypto community and advocates of digital privacy
SEC Addresses Final Court Ruling in Ripple Case, Highlights Key Outcomes
11.8.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has addressed District Judge Analisa Torres’ ruling in the Ripple case over XRP, emphasizing the substantial financial penalties imposed on the crypto firm and its ongoing securities law violations. While Ripple celebrated the 94% reduced...
Nigerian crypto community supports activist’s fight for rights
10.8.2024
As the case progresses, the community’s backing will be crucial in maintaining momentum and advocating for a more favorable regulatory environment
Nigerian activist battles for Bitcoin rights in major legal challenge
9.8.2024
The outcome of this case could have significant implications for the future of cryptocurrency in Nigeria
Ripple’s Lawyer says “finally done” to legal battle, But Is it Really Over?
9.8.2024
Ripple Labs was slapped with a hefty $125 million penalty by Judge Analisa Torres as part of the…
Avraham Eisenberg Seeks Acquittal of Mango Markets Conviction
8.8.2024
Avraham “Avi” Eisenberg, who was previously convicted of commodities fraud, commodities manipulation, and wire fraud related to his trading activities on Mango Markets, is pushing for his conviction to be cleared. Eisenberg’s legal team has filed a motion for judgment of acquittal...
US Court Orders FTX and Alameda to Pay Fraud Victims $12.7 Billion in Historic CFTC Recovery
8.8.2024
A U.S. district court has ordered FTX and Alameda Research to pay $12.7 billion to fraud victims due to their misuse of customer funds and fraudulent practices. Ian McGinley, Director of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Division of Enforcement, emphasized that this...
XRP Rallies 19% After Ripple’s Legal Win Against SEC
8.8.2024
In a filing dated August 7, Ripple, the parent company of the XRP token, documented a legal victory…
Zimbabwe to Unveil De-Dollarization Roadmap, Says Government Official
8.8.2024
The Zimbabwean Cabinet has approved a de-dollarization roadmap outlining “modalities to operationalize the Zig currency as legal tender for use in the economy.” Zimbabwean officials have set early 2026 as the new deadline for making the Zig the country’s sole currency. The central bank...
Ripple Hails Victory as Judge Cuts SEC’s Penalty Request by 94% in Final Judgment of XRP Case
8.8.2024
District Judge Analisa Torres has cut the penalty requested by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in the case against Ripple Labs over XRP by 94%. The court partially granted the SEC’s motion for remedies against Ripple, imposing a $125 million civil penalty. “This is...
Eisenberg seeks to have Mango Markets fraud convictions thrown out
7.8.2024
Eisenberg has insisted all along that his actions on Mango Markets were legal trading and not fraud or market manipulation