Law
In Rejecting Bitcoin as Money, Florida Court Sets Likely Precedent
A Miami judge has dismissed charges against a Florida-based bitcoin seller after he was indicted on money transmission and money laundering charges.
Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme Operator Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison
The first federal securities fraud case involving a bitcoin investment scheme has ended with an 18-month jail sentence.
Petition Pushes CFTC to Clarify Rules on Blockchain 'Delivery'
A US law firm has filed a petition that argues the CFTC needs to provide clarity on the definition of "delivery" as it pertains to blockchain.
How to Sue The DAO Hacker
Could the individual or individuals behind yesterday's hacking of The DAO be criminally or civilly liable?
Customers Sue Alleged Crypto Ponzi Scheme GAW Miners
A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of the customers of defunct crypto startup GAW Miners, naming its CEO and a longtime investor as defendants.
NFL Star Accuses Ex-Manager of Stealing $3 Million for Bitcoin Mine
A player for the Dallas Cowboys has alleged that his former business manager squandered his money on a $3m bitcoin mine.
Class Action Lawsuit Resumes Against Bankrupt Bitcoin Miner KnC
A class action lawsuit filed against troubled bitcoin startup KnCMiner is proceeding in spite of a recent setbacks.
Lawyers Be DAMNed: Andreas Antonopoulos Takes Aim at Arbitration With DAO Proposal
Andreas Antonopoulos takes aim at local governments with new plans for an Ethereum-based system that could be recognized across borders.
Federal Court Dismisses Bitcoin Startup BitPay's Phishing Lawsuit
A legal fight between bitcoin payment processor BitPay and a major insurance company has ended, court documents reveal.
Russia's 'Bitcoin Ban' Faces Uncertain Future After Draft Bill Withdrawn
A bill that would ban so-called money surrogates such as bitcoin in Russia has an uncertain future.
