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Takeaways from the Final Tornado Cash Status Conference Hearing
[Jul 12 2:30 AM] Bitcoin Magazine Takeaways from the Final Tornado Cash Status Conference Hearing Today, the Southern District of New York (SDNY) hosted a final status conference hearing for the Tornado Cash case, the trial for which begins this Monday, 7/14. I…
Linqto Files Bankruptcy Amid Legal Probes and Corporate Structure Issues
[Jul 9 1:40 AM] Linqto’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing exposes deep structural flaws and regulatory pressure that could upend investor ownership rights and rattle confidence in private equity access platforms. Linqto’s Chapter 11 Filing Sparks Questions Over…
US Government Backs Down in Tornado Cash Lawsuit
[Jul 7 11:45 PM] The U.S. government has backed away from its lawsuit against crypto mixer Tornado Cash after both the Department of the Treasury, crypto advocacy group Coin Center, and others, all agreed to have the suit declared moot, effective June 28, 2025…
Canadian Woman Sues After $1.3M in Bitcoin Vanishes in SIM-Swap Scam
[Jul 6 8:30 AM] A Canadian pharmacy manager is suing a telecom company and a trading platform after losing 12.58 bitcoins—now worth over $1.36 million—in a sophisticated SIM-swapping scam. Canadian Woman Blames Security Lapse by Telecom Employee for Crypto Loss…
Supreme Court Declines Crypto Privacy Case, Upholds IRS Access Without Warrant
[Jul 2 2:10 AM] The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear a major crypto privacy case leaves intact rulings that uphold the IRS’ power to obtain bitcoin user data without consent. IRS Retains Authority to Access Bitcoin Transaction Data Without User Consent A…
XRP Legal Saga Concludes as Ripple Withdraws Appeal, SEC Expected to Follow
[Jun 27 10:45 PM] The XRP case is concluding as Ripple drops its appeal and the SEC is expected to follow, locking in a landmark ruling that secures XRP’s legal clarity. Final Moves in XRP Case: Ripple Withdraws Appeal, SEC Set to Join A pivotal chapter in the XRP…
Why Did Judge Deny Ripple and SEC Motion in XRP Case? Lawyer Offers 2 Reasons
[Jun 27 1:30 AM] A court rejection in the Ripple-SEC case over XRP has ignited bold theories from a legal expert, fueling speculation and fresh urgency across the crypto landscape. Legal Expert Weighs in on Why Judge Rejected Ripple and SEC’s Motion in XRP Case…
Ripple Confirms XRP Legal Status After Judge Blocks Joint SEC Settlement Motion
[Jun 26 11:30 PM] Ripple reaffirmed XRP’s legal status after a federal judge upheld her previous ruling and rejected proposed settlement changes in a joint motion with the SEC, drawing renewed attention to the crypto’s regulatory outlook. Ripple Reasserts XRP’s…
Court Denies Ripple-SEC Push to End XRP Case—Judge Keeps Ruling Intact
[Jun 26 3:10 PM] A federal judge dealt a major setback in the high-stakes XRP case, rejecting Ripple’s deal with the SEC and enforcing the full penalty and legal restrictions. Judge Rejects Ripple-SEC Agreement, Upholding Full Penalty and Legal Restraints U.S…
Deleted Files Might Provide Missing Link in Libra Case
[Jun 24 11:05 PM] According to local sources, a pen drive confiscated from Mauricio Novelli, who is implicated in the Libra case, may contain information linking Argentine President Javier Milei to the token launch. These sources claim that a video allegedly showing…
Ripple v SEC: Lawyer Crushes Delay Fears as XRP Inches Toward Resolution
[Jun 24 12:40 AM] XRP approaches a critical turning point in the Ripple v. SEC case as a top lawyer dismisses delay fears, fueling optimism for a swift resolution and clearer crypto regulation. XRP Braces for Imminent Court Decision as Lawyer Dismisses Ripple v SEC…
Tether Aids $225M Seizure in US Secret Service’s Largest Crypto Bust Ever
[Jun 20 3:30 AM] The U.S. Secret Service shattered records with a $225 million crypto seizure, spotlighting Tether’s role in dismantling global digital asset fraud at scale. US Secret Service Achieves Largest $225M Crypto Bust With Tether’s Support Digital asset…
Ripple v SEC Ruling Over XRP May Drop Faster Than Expected, Lawyer Says
[Jun 20 12:30 AM] Ripple’s battle with the SEC over XRP inches closer to resolution as a swift ruling looms, potentially clearing hurdles for settlement and dramatically reshaping crypto regulation. Lawyer Signals Fast Ruling: Judge Torres May Move Quickly in Ripple…
Ripple and SEC Press Judge Torres to Approve Settlement Ending XRP Case
[Jun 19 1:40 AM] Ripple urges Judge Torres to approve its joint SEC motion, securing reduced penalties, preserving prior rulings, and accelerating long-awaited resolution that could redefine XRP’s regulatory landscape. Ripple and SEC Urge Judge Torres to…
The Trolls Are Coming: Defending Bitcoin Mining from Patent Trolls
[Jun 18 5:55 PM] Bitcoin Magazine The Trolls Are Coming: Defending Bitcoin Mining from Patent Trolls Introduction: Patent Trolls Targeting Bitcoin Mining Bitcoin’s use of elliptic curve cryptography (ECC), which is essential for generating key pairs and validating…
Ripple and SEC Ask Court to Pause Appeals as They Fight to End XRP Case
[Jun 18 1:40 AM] Ripple and the SEC have requested to pause their appeals while awaiting a decision that could finalize their settlement and conclude the prolonged case regarding XRP sales. SEC and Ripple Align on Pausing Appeals Pending Court Decision on XRP Case…
International Sting Operation Ends Reign of Archetyp Darknet Market
[Jun 17 9:48 PM] An international law enforcement operation in June 2025 dismantled Archetyp, one of the dark web’s largest drug marketplaces, after a three-day crackdown spanning six countries. Police Seize €7.8M in Assets in Archetyp Dark Web Bust Archetyp, a…
Report: Libertarians Rally Behind Crypto Entrepreneur Roger Ver Before Midterms
[Jun 17 8:28 PM] Libertarians are mobilizing support for cryptocurrency entrepreneur Roger Ver, framing him as a victim of government overreach akin to Ross Ulbricht, in a bid to highlight his case before the upcoming midterm elections. Libertarian Party Advocates…
Landmark Action: Argentina Blocks Nationwide Access to HTX
[Jun 17 9:30 AM] A prosecutor from Argentina requested blocking access to HTX as it failed to provide data for a pig butchering probe, in which a user deposited funds to an address linked to its wallets. The measure is set to affect thousands of users. Argentina…
$680K From Crypto Exploit Recovered: DOJ Returning Funds to Victim
[Jun 16 3:05 AM] The U.S. Department of Justice has recovered $680,000 tied to a crypto exploit and is in the process of returning funds stolen through a Safemoon smart contract vulnerability. DOJ Recovers Funds Exploited in Safemoon Attack The U.S. Department of…
Ripple and SEC Seek to End XRP Dispute—Lawyer Sees 70% Chance Judge Will Approve Request
[Jun 15 1:10 AM] A top crypto lawyer predicts a 70% chance the court will approve Ripple and the SEC’s request to dissolve a key injunction and resolve financial penalties. Ripple and SEC Request Injunction Relief—Deaton Predicts 70% Chance Court Will Approve…
Gotbit Ordered to Dissolve After DOJ Seizes $23M in Crypto
[Jun 14 11:30 AM] The DOJ shut down Gotbit in a sweeping crackdown, seizing $23 million in crypto and exposing years of fake trading volume that misled investors and platforms. DOJ Forces Market Manipulator Gotbit to Shut Down The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)…
Ripple and SEC Renew Efforts to Resolve Long-Running XRP Lawsuit
[Jun 14 12:45 AM] Ripple and the SEC have reignited efforts to end their dispute over XRP, aiming to dissolve the final injunction, unlock $125 million, and cement a long-awaited settlement. Ripple and SEC Push Court to Finalize XRP Case, Dissolve Final Injunction…
Court Slams My Big Coin With $25M Penalty Over False Cryptocurrency Claims
[Jun 13 4:30 AM] A staggering $25 million in penalties and restitution has been levied in a landmark federal court ruling, exposing a sham crypto project that duped investors with bogus claims of gold backing and market viability. CFTC Secures Judgment Against My…
$124M Crypto Laundering Scheme Exposed in Australia—Authorities Charge Four
[Jun 12 7:30 AM] A long-running Australian multi-agency investigation has dismantled a sophisticated money laundering scheme in Queensland, charging four individuals and freezing $13.7 million. At the heart of the alleged operation was a security company that…
Lawmaker Seeks Full Crypto Conflict Ban for Congress, White House, Agencies
[Jun 12 4:30 AM] Congressman Himes proposes ethics overhaul barring federal officials and families from profiting via digital asset conflicts of interest. Lawmaker Unleashes Ethics Overhaul Targeting Digital Asset Conflicts of Interest U.S. Congressman Jim Himes…
Russian National Hit With 22 Charges for Laundering $530M in Crypto
[Jun 10 4:30 AM] A Russian national faces 22 charges for laundering $530 million through cryptocurrency, using his companies to bypass U.S. sanctions and defraud financial institutions. 22 Charges Filed Against Russian National in $530M Crypto Scheme The U.S…
President Milei Gets Absolved: No Infringement Found in Libra’s Promotion
[Jun 9 7:30 AM] The Anti-Corruption Office (AO) found that President Javier Milei did not violate any ethics laws with his involvement in the promotion of Libra, a meme coin launched in February. Investigation Finds President Milei Did Not Break Ethics Laws by…
WBTC Delisting Fight Ends: Bit Global Drops Case Against Coinbase
[Jun 7 9:40 PM] Bit Global has officially dropped its $1 billion lawsuit against Coinbase, with both firms agreeing to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint court filing submitted Friday. Antitrust Accusation Dropped The joint stipulation, filed in…