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The ‘godfather of crypto’ wants to create a privacy-focused CBDC: Here’s how

3.1.2023
David Chaum explained his game plan to create a CBDC that would also be appreciated by the crypto ecosystem in an exclusive interview

Sam Bankman-Fried's legal team warns of 'harassment and threats' to parents in latest court filing

3.1.2023
Two unidentified parties are planning to act as sureties for Sam Bankman-Fried's bail, and his legal team wants to ensure they stay that way

Report: Morocco Central Bank Governor Says Crypto Draft Law Now ‘Ready’

3.1.2023
A Moroccan draft crypto law, which seeks to protect individuals from the risks associated with crypto trading, is ready and will soon be presented to stakeholders, Abdellatif Jouahiri, the governor of Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), has said. Adoption of crypto by Moroccan residents is now inevitable hence...

New year, same old troubles — The FTX saga continues in 2023: Law Decoded, Dec. 26-Jan. 2

2.1.2023
Having been granted the opportunity to enjoy Christmas and the New Year with his family, former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried has very few reasons for optimism in 2023

US lawmakers could consider stock trading ban in next session of Congress

2.1.2023
All members of Congress are already required to report most investments in stocks and cryptocurrency, but many have pointed to potential conflicts of interest

Italian Parliament Approves 26% Tax for Cryptocurrency Gains in 2023 Budget Law

2.1.2023
The Italian Parliament has introduced a 26% capital tax on cryptocurrency gains as part of the 2023 budget law, which was approved on Dec. 29. The document also offers incentives for taxpayers to declare their cryptocurrency holdings, proposing a 3.5% aliquot for undeclared cryptocurrencies held...

Bill on Digital Ruble Submitted to Russian Parliament

1.1.2023
A draft law devoted to the digital ruble has been filed with the State Duma, the lower house of Russian parliament. The legislation introduces rules determining how the new form of national fiat will be issued and amends a series of legal acts to facilitate its implementation. Bank of Russia to...

FTX founder reportedly cashes out $684K after being released on bail

30.12.2022
SBF has allegedly cashed out $684,000 from a crypto exchange in Seychelles while being under house arrest, according to an on-chain investigation

Crypto Billionaires Winklevoss Twins Accused of Fraud and Securities Law Violations by Investors

29.12.2022
Crypto billionaires and founders of the Gemini cryptocurrency exchange, Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, are being sued by investors over their interest-earning program Gemini Earn. In a proposed class-action complaint filed Tuesday in Manhattan federal court, crypto investors accused the Winklevoss...

FTX Co-Founder Faces ‘No-Nonsense’ Judge Next Week, Report Says SBF ‘Expected to Enter a Plea’ in Fraud Case

28.12.2022
According to court documents, Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) is set to be arraigned by the federal court in the Southern District of New York (SDNY) on Jan. 3, 2023. The disgraced FTX co-founder plans to enter a plea in his fraud case in front of U.S. judge Lewis Kaplan in Manhattan, according to a report...

SBF stays at parents’ house on a $250 million bail: Law Decoded, Dec. 19-26

26.12.2022
A bail was granted to SBF on the conditions of a $250 million bond, home detention, location monitoring and the surrender of his passport

Bitcoin mining pool BTC.com reports $3M cyberattack

26.12.2022
BTC.com, the seventh-largest Bitcoin mining pool, said that its client fund services are unaffected by the recent $3 million cyberattack

Russia to Ban Banks From Using Messengers Like Telegram to Contact Customers

25.12.2022
Financial institutions in Russia will not be able to communicate with clients through instant messengers based outside the country, local media revealed. A new law passed by the State Duma also prohibits banks from using chats to send personal data and payment documents. Bill Restricts Russian...

Crypto Community Asks: Where in the World Is Ex-Alameda CEO Sam Trabucco?

24.12.2022
Following FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried’s arrest and the statements from his co-workers Gary Wang and Caroline Ellison, the spotlight has turned on the remaining executives who were part of the team’s inner circle. Another person people are curious about these days is Alameda Research’s...

Blockware sued over alleged misrepresentation of miners' performance

24.12.2022
The plaintiff claims losses of $250,000 and seeks compensatory and punitive damages

FTX paid $12M retainer to a New York law firm before bankruptcy filing

24.12.2022
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP (S&C), a law firm headquartered in New York City, received $12 million from West Realm Shires Services Inc. on behalf of FTX for legal services

Russian Parliament Postpones Adoption of Crypto Mining Bill

24.12.2022
Russian lawmakers will consider a draft law on cryptocurrency mining in 2023 despite earlier indications they were going to vote on the proposal in December. The bill is expected to set the rules for the extraction and sale of cryptocurrency in Russia amid sanctions limiting the country’s access...