New Documentary Chronicles Roger Ver and His Ongoing Legal Battle

A new documentary exposes the high-stakes battle of Roger Ver, a libertarian crypto pioneer, as he confronts politically driven charges that epitomize the state’s assault on individual freedom. Documentary Exposes Crypto Pioneer’s Fight for Freedom From Lawfare A new documentary lays out the story of Roger Ver, known as “Bitcoin Jesus,” and his current fight … Read more

Tornado Cash Co-Founder Speaks Out: ‘This Is a Fight for Every Developer’ as DOJ Threatens 45-Year Prison Sentence

The prosecution of Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm is an egregious assault on freedom, innovation, and the very foundation of individual rights. Last week, Storm voiced his thoughts on X, offering a candid glimpse into his perspective on the unfolding situation. Code Is Not a Crime: The Shocking Government Crusade Against Privacy and Freedom in … Read more

Crypto Court Order Goes Digital: Tokenized Notice Shakes up Legal World

A Hong Kong court successfully executed an injunction against two cryptocurrency wallets using tokenized technology. This precedent-setting move involved serving the order, which froze $2.66 million worth of tether stablecoins. Execution of Tokenized Notice Boosts Hong Kong’s Tech Appeal In what has been described as a precedent-setting move, a court injunction issued by a Hong … Read more

Ripple vs. SEC: Better Markets Urges Court to Reverse ‘Flawed’ Ruling on XRP Token Sales

Better Markets filed an amicus brief in the SEC vs. Ripple case, criticizing the court’s ruling for ignoring the economic realities of Ripple’s XRP token sale. District Court Failed to Appraise Today’s Investor Better Markets, a non-profit committed to building a resilient financial system, has filed an amicus brief in the case between the U.S. … Read more

Fifth Circuit Rules Tornado Cash Sanctions Exceeded US Treasury’s Authority

A federal appeals court in Texas has overturned sanctions levied against Tornado Cash, a cryptocurrency mixing platform, determining that the Treasury Department acted beyond its lawful authority. Court Rebukes Treasury Department Overreach in Tornado Cash Case On Jan. 21, 2025, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals delivered its ruling, responding to a lawsuit filed by … Read more

Ulbricht Pardoned, Roger Ver Now in the Spotlight

After pardoning Ross Ulbricht, speculation increases about whether the new president will grant clemency to Roger Ver, a pivotal figure in Bitcoin’s early rise. In the wake of Elon Musk’s recent acknowledgment of and seeming interest in advocating for a presidential pardon for Roger Ver, the cryptocurrency community is abuzz with speculation regarding potential clemency … Read more

US Sentences Indian National to Prison for $20M Crypto Laundering Scheme

The U.S. sentenced an Indian cryptocurrency vendor to 121 months in prison for laundering over $20 million through darknet platforms and an international hawala network. Cryptocurrency Laundering Scheme Ends in Prison Sentence The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Jan. 17 that Anurag Pramod Murarka, a 30-year-old Indian national, has been sentenced to 121 … Read more

Ripple Ruling Challenged by SEC, Firm’s Legal Officer Dismisses Effort as ‘Noise’

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has escalated its legal battle with Ripple, filing an appeal to contest portions of a district court ruling that categorized the XRP token differently based on whether sales were made to institutional investors or retail participants. SEC Takes XRP Ruling to Appeals Court Ripple’s leadership, however, has dismissed … Read more

Report: Tether Sues Swan Bitcoin Amid Claims of Secret Meetings and Broken Agreements

A report reveals that Tether, the world’s leading stablecoin issuer, has reportedly initiated legal action against the bitcoin-focused firm Swan Bitcoin. Proceedings are said to have been filed in the High Court of England and Wales, marking the latest development in this unfolding dispute. Report Says Tether Has Filed a Lawsuit Against Swan Bitcoin in … Read more