Crypto law firm loses appeal to force SEC’s hand on Ether classification
Hodl Law sued the SEC in 2022, claiming it could face the regulator’s ire for using Ethereum and wanted a court to force it to decide if ETH is a security. Go to Source
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SEC opposes Richard Heart’s bid to dismiss $1B securities lawsuit
The SEC hit back at Richard Heart’s bid to dismiss its lawsuit, claiming it has sway over him as his alleged illicit securities sales targeted the US. Go to Source
Kamala Harris campaign may focus on highlighting innovation over crypto
Many in the industry don’t expect the Vice President to mention digital assets at the DNC, but her views on technology and regulation could signal a shift from Biden-era policies. Go to Source
Changpeng Zhao moved to custody of field office ahead of Sept release
As of Aug. 22, the US Federal Bureau of Prisons listed the former Binance CEO as an inmate of the Residential Reentry Management Long Beach field office. Go to Source
UK risks quantum startup exodus after Labour slashes incentives
A study from August 2023 suggested there were more than 50 UK-based quantum technology startups. Go to Source
Nvidia crypto sales case could see flood of ‘frivolous’ lawsuits — Advocate body
Crypto advocates The Digital Chamber has backed Nvidia in a Supreme Court fight with investors, saying the court’s decision could affect the entire crypto industry. Go to Source
Harris aide suggests VP will ‘support policies’ for crypto industry growth
The Democratic presidential candidate has been largely silent on digital assets since launching her campaign on July 21. Go to Source
Polymarket odds of RFK Jr dropping out soar before Aug. 23 address
It’s unclear if the Independent presidential candidate will join forces with Donald Trump, but both are scheduled to speak in the same area on the same day. Go to Source
Crypto firms contributed 48% of all corporate political donations in 2024: Report
Splits in the US House and Senate coupled with many expected tight elections could allow crypto interest groups to potentially “tip control of Congress one way or the other.” Go to Source
Wyoming mayoral candidate wants to run capital city with AI bot
Victor Miller entered the race and now uses a nickname to distinguish himself from the “Virtual Integrated Citizen, The Official Robot” he says is on the ballot. Go to Source