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EU Gears Up for Final Pressure on Russia with 19th Sanctions Wave
Key Highlights EU moves ban on Russian LNG imports forward to Jan 2027, speeding up energy cut-offs. Sanctions expand to crypto platforms, shadow shipping fleets, and banks in third countries. New pen...
US Lawmakers Raise Concerns Over Justin Sun and TRON
Key highlights Justin Sun under US investigation since 2021 with SEC lawsuit in 2023. Major WLFI investments could impact token price and retail investors. SEC questioned over possible conflict of int...
Korean Court Sentences Accomplices in V Global Crypto Fraud to Suspended Prison Terms
A South Korean court has given suspended prison sentences to three individuals involved in the V Global cryptocurrency fraud. Suspended Jail Sentences for Accomplices in V Global Scam A South Korean c...
SEC and Gemini Move Toward Resolution in Securities Case
This could completely close the chapter on allegations tied to the Gemini Earn Program. At the same time, Robinhood is seeking SEC approval for a new venture fund that would list on the NYSE and give ...
Landmark Crypto Mixing Case: South Korean Court Hands Down 18-Month Sentence for Stolen BTC
BitcoinWorld Landmark Crypto Mixing Case: South Korean Court Hands Down 18-Month Sentence for Stolen BTC In a significant development that underscores the global push against cryptocurrency crime, a S...
France Moves to Block Crypto Firms Despite EU Licenses
Key Highlights France warns some EU-licensed crypto firms may face a ban Regulators call for stronger cybersecurity and token oversight ESMA could gain new powers as EU debate heats up France Raises A...
Paul Atkins: SEC Aims to 'Focus on Real Fraud, Not Small Errors'
Key Highlights Paul Atkins wants clear, fair rules for crypto and financial markets. The SEC could stop punishing technical violations under Atkins. Crypto investors may see a predictable and transpar...
Trump Cook Clash Intensifies Ahead of Key Fed Rate Decision
The appeal was made just as markets brace for an imminent Fed rate cut, and it amplified the uncertainty around both monetary policy and the central bank’s independence. Meanwhile, Coinbase is escalat...
V Global Crypto Exchange Accomplices Handed Suspended Sentences in $1.4B Fraud Case
Executives who helped the bogus crypto exchange V Global dupe some 50,000 customers out of some $1.4 billion will not go to jail. A South Korean court instead handed the three unnamed individuals susp...
DOJ Seeks $5M in Bitcoin Tied to SIM Swapping and Casino Laundering Scheme
Hackers drained millions in crypto by exploiting SIM swap flaws, laundering the funds through a casino in a brazen digital heist now under DOJ asset seizure action. Feds Crack Down on SIM Swap Hackers...
Massachusetts Alleges Kalshi’s Event Contracts Are Illegal Sports Bets
The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office has filed a lawsuit against prediction market platform KalshiEX LLC, alleging it illegally offered sports wagering to state residents without a license. Bay...
CFTC Emphasizes Existing Frameworks for Crypto Regulation
Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. The following opinion editorial was written by Alex Forehan...