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July 6, 2026

KuCoin To Pay $22M

America December 12, 2023

KuCoin To Pay $22M : A Tale of Regulatory Compliance and Investor Protection

In an unprecedented turn of events reminiscent of a modern-day financial odyssey, the cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin has consented to a…

By Rihem Akkouche

Changpeng CZ Zhao

America December 12, 2023

Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao Faces Travel Restrictions in the U.S. Amid Legal Battles

Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, a billionaire in the world of cryptocurrencies, has found himself ensnared in legal complexities that…

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FTX Gets Approval To Put $744M In Crypto

America November 30, 2023

FTX Gets Approval To Put $744M In Crypto

In a recent development that sounds like a twist in a high-stakes financial thriller, a Delaware bankruptcy court has given…

By Rihem Akkouche

Lisa Walsh denies FxWinning

America November 28, 2023

Lisa Walsh Denies CEO’s Request in $80 Million FxWinning Lawsuit

In a courtroom drama playing out over video conference, Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Lisa Walsh took a decisive stand against FxWinning…

By Rochdi Rais

Binance Founder Flight Risk

America November 27, 2023

Binance Founder Flight Risk : A Legal Drama Unfolds

In the bustling corridors of Seattle’s federal courts, a high-stakes drama unfolds around Changpeng Zhao, the mastermind behind Binance, the…

By Rihem Akkouche

Genesis Seeks $689M Clawback

America November 23, 2023

Genesis Seeks $689M Clawback

In a daring move reminiscent of a modern-day financial thriller, Genesis Global Capital LLC has launched an audacious legal battle…

By Rihem Akkouche

Binance Pays $4.3B To Settle DOJ Charges

America November 21, 2023

Binance Pays $4.3B To Settle DOJ Charges

In a twist resembling a financial thriller, Binance Holdings Ltd. has struck a colossal $4.3 billion settlement with the U.S.…

By Rihem Akkouche

Day 18 Of Sam Bankman Trial

America November 2, 2023

Day 18 of Sam Bankman Trial: Judge Delivers Jury Instructions and Prosecutor’s Rebuke

In a courtroom brimming with anticipation, Day 18 of the Sam Bankman trial has seen riveting developments. U.S. District Judge…

By Rihem Akkouche

Day 15 of Bankman-Frieds Trial

America October 30, 2023

Day 15 of Bankman-Fried’s Trial: A Thrilling Legal Duel Unfolds in the Courtroom

The courtroom was abuzz as Day 15 of the Bankman-Fried trial hit its midday break, leaving everyone in anticipation until…

By Rihem Akkouche

Sam Bankman-Frieds Trial

America October 6, 2023

Sam Bankman-Fried’s Trial : The Unraveling of a Crypto Titan

In the bustling courts of Lower Manhattan, the air was charged with tension as former FTX tech maestro, Gary Wang,…

By Rihem Akkouche

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