• legal

Ethereum Benefits from ‘LIBRA’ Controversy; Surges 3.37%

Ethereum's value rises as users migrate from Solana amid LIBRA memecoin controversies; significant capital shifts and legal issues for proponents highlighted.

• legal

European securities regulator ESMA is preparing a knowledge test for crypto advisers

ESMA proposes a knowledge assessment for crypto-advisers, extending requirements under MiCA, with a focus on protecting clients and ensuring competency in crypto-asset services.

• legal

LIBRA scandal brings Nigerian meme coin plans to light

Kelsier Ventures, linked to Argentina’s LIBRA scandal, seeks new projects in Nigeria on Solana, facing challenges due to the country's crypto regulations and past fraud issues.

• legal

Latest Trump nominees have ties to crypto

President Trump's cabinet nominations include Brian Quintenz for the CFTC and Jonathan Gould as comptroller, impacting crypto regulation amid industry advocacy for greater oversight.

• legal

Breaking: Elon Musk’s DOGE Launches SEC Probe as Ripple Lawsuit Nears End

Elon Musk's DOGE launches audit against SEC for fraud, urging public support, amidst ongoing Ripple lawsuit, with calls for SEC to cover defendants' legal fees.

• legal

FBI and DoJ Could Charge Argentina’s President Milei Over the LIBRA Scandal

US prosecutors may charge President Javier Milei in the LIBRA meme coin scandal, while impeachment efforts begin in Argentina amidst market fallout and allegations against key players.

• legal

Unlike Ulbricht, SBF faces ‘slim’ chance of conviction relief

• legal

Milei plans key US trip to seek IMF funds from Trump amid his memecoin blackeye

Argentine President Javier Milei visits Washington seeking IMF funds amid controversy over memecoin LIBRA, leading to legal complaints and potential political fallout.

• legal

SEC Shares Blame in Memecoin Rise: Ex-CFTC Chair

Chris Giancarlo argues the SEC's enforcement actions contributed to the rise of memecoins by stifling utility tokens, suggesting a pro-crypto turn may improve market conditions soon.