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Courtroom scene symbolizing the sentencing for cryptocurrency money laundering connected to a Chinese fraud ring.
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Cryptocurrency Money Laundering: Shocking $17M Sentence for Chinese Fraud Ring Facilitators

January 22, 2026 j n

In a landmark case underscoring the global crackdown on digital asset crime, a criminal group has received significant prison sentences for laundering a staggering $17 million on behalf of a sophisticated Chinese online fraud organization. This pivotal ruling, reported by Yonhap News, highlights the evolving tactics of cybercriminals and the determined response from international law […]

The Solana Policy Institute advocates for stronger legal protections for blockchain software developers in the United States.
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Solana Policy Institute Demands Crucial Legal Protections for Blockchain Developers Amid Regulatory Storm

January 21, 2026 j n

In a significant move for the tech industry, the Solana Policy Institute has issued a stark warning and a formal call to action, urging the establishment of stronger legal protections for software developers. This plea, reported by The Block, emerges directly from the high-profile legal case involving Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm, which the institute […]

Kroll trustee begins Terraform Labs repayment process for Terra-Luna collapse claimants.
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Terraform Labs Repayment Process Begins: Kroll Trustee Finally Notifies Claimants After Long Wait

January 21, 2026 j n

In a significant development for thousands of affected investors, the bankruptcy trustee for Terraform Labs has officially initiated the long-awaited repayment process for losses stemming from the catastrophic May 2022 collapse of the Terra-Luna ecosystem. Kroll Restructuring, the appointed claims administrator, began notifying registered claimants this week, providing crucial guidance on distribution methods and timelines […]

South Korean crypto robbery case shows risks of in-person digital asset transactions
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Crypto Robbery Shocker: South Korean Man Gets 6-Year Sentence for Violent Digital Asset Heist

January 20, 2026 j n

SEOUL, South Korea – January 20, 2025 – A South Korean court has delivered a stern warning to cryptocurrency criminals with a significant six-year prison sentence for a violent robbery disguised as a digital asset transaction. This landmark case from the Suwon District Court demonstrates how authorities are responding to increasingly sophisticated cryptocurrency-related crimes that […]

Courtroom scene representing cryptocurrency embezzlement case and legal consequences in China.
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Cryptocurrency Embezzlement: A Cautionary Tale as Chinese Employee Faces Prison for Lost Funds

January 19, 2026 j n

In Xiamen, China, a stark legal precedent emerged in December 2024 when an employee’s gamble with embezzled company funds in volatile cryptocurrency markets resulted in a substantial prison sentence. This case of cryptocurrency embezzlement highlights the severe intersection of corporate fraud, digital asset speculation, and China’s stringent legal framework. The Xiamen People’s Procuratorate detailed how […]

Legal expert explains finality of Ripple lawsuit against SEC under res judicata principle
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Ripple Lawsuit Finality: Legal Expert Debunks Political Pressure to Reopen SEC Case

January 17, 2026 j n

In a significant development for cryptocurrency regulation, legal experts confirm the Ripple lawsuit has reached permanent closure despite recent political challenges, establishing crucial precedent for digital asset securities classification. Australian lawyer Bill Morgan, a prominent pro-XRP legal analyst, provided definitive clarification this week about the case’s final status. His analysis addresses mounting political scrutiny from […]

Court upholds prison sentences for AI crypto fraud group in $13.8 million scam case
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AI Crypto Fraud: Court Upholds Prison Sentences for $13.8M Deceptive Trading Scheme

January 17, 2026 j n

In a decisive ruling that underscores the global crackdown on sophisticated financial crimes, a South Korean appeals court has upheld prison sentences for a group convicted of orchestrating a massive $13.8 million AI crypto fraud. This landmark case, concluded in Seoul this week, highlights the dangerous intersection of cutting-edge technology and old-fashioned deception, where perpetrators […]

U.S. Capitol with cryptocurrency symbols representing SEC lawsuit against Tron founder Justin Sun
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SEC Lawsuit Against Justin Sun Faces Political Pressure as House Democrats Demand Resumption

January 15, 2026 j n

WASHINGTON, D.C. – March 2025: House Democrats have launched a significant challenge to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s enforcement strategy, demanding the agency resume its high-profile SEC lawsuit against Justin Sun, the controversial founder of the Tron blockchain network. This political intervention marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing struggle to establish consistent cryptocurrency regulation […]

FTX creditor repayment process and bankruptcy court proceedings timeline
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FTX Announces Crucial March 31 Creditor Repayment While Seeking Court Approval for Enhanced Distributions

January 14, 2026 j n

The FTX bankruptcy estate has confirmed a significant March 31, 2025 creditor repayment date, marking another critical phase in the complex unwinding of what was once a cryptocurrency exchange giant. This announcement comes alongside a strategic court filing to potentially increase total creditor recoveries by adjusting reserves for disputed claims. The developments represent tangible progress […]