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Argentina Fails to Find Key Actor Linked to Libra Memecoin Launch

[yesterday 11:45 PM] Argentina has failed to identify one of the key individuals linked to the launch of Libra, the meme coin promoted by President Javier Milei on social media. Interpol Singapore was unable to pinpoint any individuals identified as Julian Peh, the CEO…

Where to Incorporate Your Crypto Business in 2025

[Aug 11 11:30 AM] Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news and brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. The following opinion editorial was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for…

Executive Order Opens Crypto for 401(k) Investors

[Aug 11 5:30 AM] On August 7, 2025, the White House issued a long-awaited executive order titled “Democratizing Access to Alternative Assets for 401(k) Investors.” For the first time, U.S. retirement savers will be permitted to allocate a portion of their 401(k)…

Ripple and SEC End Legal Fight With Joint Dismissal of Appeals

[Aug 9 9:30 AM] On August 7, 2025, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission announced an official close to its years-long legal dispute against Ripple Labs. The SEC and Ripple formally ended the case by filing a joint stipulation to dismiss their respective…

Roman Storm’s Tornado Cash Verdict: What It Means for Crypto

[Aug 8 8:30 AM] On August 6, 2025, a federal jury issued a mixed verdict in the case brought against Roman Storm, co‑founder of Tornado Cash. Jurors deadlocked on the most serious allegations—conspiracy to commit money laundering and conspiracy to violate…

Tornado Cash Founder Guilty of Unlicensed Business Operation

[Aug 6 4:56 PM] Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm was convicted Wednesday of conspiracy to operate an unlicensed money transmitting business, while the jury deadlocked on charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering and conspiracy to violate North Korea…

CFTC Approves Spot Crypto Trading on Registered Exchanges

[Aug 6 5:30 AM] In a landmark development, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced on August 4, 2025, that it will permit spot crypto trading on exchanges registered under its jurisdiction. The decision, announced in coordination with the…

Project Crypto: A New Era in US Financial Regulation

[Aug 2 10:30 AM] In a bold and sweeping address delivered at the America First Policy Institute, Paul Atkins—the Chairman of the SEC—outlined what may become one of the most significant shifts in U.S. financial regulatory history: the launch of “Project Crypto.”

Senate Committee Proposes Digital Asset Regulations

[Jul 30 6:30 AM] The U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs has released a Discussion Draft aimed at clarifying the regulatory landscape for digital assets. While still in early stages, the proposal signals a significant shift in how Congress…

Samourai Wallet Co-Founders Poised to Flip Pleas: Report 

[Jul 29 7:35 PM] Reports suggest a major twist is about to unfold in the Samourai Wallet case, with the co-founders expected to flip their pleas—hinting that the courtroom drama may be drawing to a close. At the heart of the case are Keonne Rodriguez and William…

Understanding the GENIUS Act: US Stablecoins Revolution

[Jul 26 8:55 PM] The Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act—better known as the GENIUS Act—was signed into law on July 18, 2025. It marks a watershed moment in U.S. digital asset policy: the first comprehensive federal framework…

FBI Drops Investigation of Kraken Founder Jesse Powell

[Jul 23 8:30 AM] The FBI has officially dropped its investigation into Kraken founder Jesse Powell and returned dozens of seized devices, including laptops and cellphones, according to Fortune. The investigation, which stemmed from a management dispute with a…

Court Decision May Alter Milei’s Liability in Libra Case

[Jul 15 12:30 PM] A recent court decision established that, while Argentine President Javier Milei is described as an economist on X, his account has a gray verification mark identifying him as the head of state. This may impact the case involving Milei’s…