Lawsuits

Report: New Crypto Ruling Complicates Ripple and Coinbase Cases
Report: New Crypto Ruling Complicates Ripple and Coinbase Cases
August 01, 2023  |  Cryptocurrency

A new court ruling has reportedly dampened a recent court victory for the cryptocurrency industry. U.S. District Judge Jed Rakoff ruled Monday (July 31) that cryptocurrencies are considered...

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Coinbase CEO: SEC’s Request Would Have Meant End of Crypto
Coinbase CEO: SEC’s Request Would Have Meant End of Crypto
July 31, 2023  |  Cryptocurrency

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said a request from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) would have put a stop to all trading on the cryptocurrency platform except for...

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Uber Drivers Win Right to Sue Company Over Disputes
Uber Drivers Win Right to Sue Company Over Disputes
July 18, 2023  |  Legal & Regulation

California’s Supreme Court has handed Uber drivers a victory against the company. The court on Monday (July 17) ruled against the tech giant’s argument that aimed to limit efforts...

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Ripple SEC Case Makes Waves With Landmark Crypto Precedent
Ripple SEC Case Makes Waves With Landmark Crypto Precedent
July 13, 2023  |  Cryptocurrency

The duality of digital assets got a stamp of approval from a federal judge Thursday (July 13). Cryptocurrency company Ripple defeated many crucial elements of a U.S. Securities and Exchange...

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Celsius Founder Facing Fraud Charges and 3 Regulatory Lawsuits
Celsius Founder Facing Fraud Charges and 3 Regulatory Lawsuits
July 13, 2023  |  Cryptocurrency

The ex-CEO of Celsius is facing federal fraud charges as the government’s crackdown on the cryptocurrency sector continues. In addition to the charges filed Thursday (July 13)...

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Report: Amazon Sellers Allege Copyright Violations in Lawsuit Against Temu
Report: Amazon Sellers Allege Copyright Violations in Lawsuit Against Temu
July 12, 2023  |  Retail

Multiple Amazon sellers reportedly said their listings, including product images and descriptions, were replicated by other sellers on Temu. The continuous presence of Temu’s infringing listings has prompted...

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SVB Financial Sues to Recover $1.9 Billion From FDIC
SVB Financial Sues to Recover $1.9 Billion From FDIC
July 10, 2023  |  Bank Regulation

Silicon Valley Bank’s parent company says America’s banking watchdog owes it $1.9 billion. To that end, SVB Financial filed suit Sunday (July 9) against the...

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Judge Halts NYC Wage Law Opposed by Food Delivery App Firms
Judge Halts NYC Wage Law Opposed by Food Delivery App Firms
July 07, 2023  |  Gig Economy

A judge has reportedly halted a New York City minimum wage law that is opposed by app-based food delivery firms. New York State Supreme Court...

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Food Delivery Companies Challenge New York City Minimum Wage Law
Food Delivery Companies Challenge New York City Minimum Wage Law
July 06, 2023  |  Gig Economy

Uber, DoorDash and other app-based food delivery companies are pushing back against a minimum wage law set to take effect in New York City. The law, which...

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