Legal News

Updated April 27, 2026 · 6:15 PM UTC

Read crypto legal news on court cases, enforcement actions, lawsuits, and legal disputes affecting digital asset markets.

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Bitfinex to recoup stolen Bitcoin after US restitution mandate

Bitfinex to recoup stolen Bitcoin after US restitution mandate

The absence of other victims prompted the decision by the US government.

Tether claims Swan Bitcoin was ‘reckless,’ escalates legal war after mining venture fallout

Tether claims Swan Bitcoin was ‘reckless,’ escalates legal war after mining venture fallout

Swan Bitcoin faces backlash as Tether seeks to recover its substantial investment after partnership ended.

Ripple donates $100,000 in XRP for California wildfire relief amid ongoing SEC battle

Ripple donates $100,000 in XRP for California wildfire relief amid ongoing SEC battle

Ripple exemplifies cryptocurrency's philanthropic potential despite ongoing legal battles with the SEC.

Elon Musk slams SEC as ‘broken’ over ‘artificially’ created $150 million Twitter stock windfall

Elon Musk slams SEC as ‘broken’ over ‘artificially’ created $150 million Twitter stock windfall

SEC claims Musk's delayed Twitter disclosure saved him $150 million and hurt retail investors.

Coinbase scores legal win, court orders SEC to explain lack of crypto rulemaking

Coinbase scores legal win, court orders SEC to explain lack of crypto rulemaking

The development was considered a big win, as it was granted by a circuit court.

Microsoft to crackdown on generative AI misuse by criminals

Microsoft to crackdown on generative AI misuse by criminals

Microsoft takes legal action against foreign cybercriminals exploiting AI for harmful content.

State of Georgia indicts 3 developers behind mixing services Blender, Sinbad

State of Georgia indicts 3 developers behind mixing services Blender, Sinbad

The indictment accuses the developers of operating mixers used by hackers and cybercriminals, posing public safety and national security threats.

Silk Road’s $6.5B Bitcoin stash poses no short-term risk if sold OTC – CryptoQuant

Silk Road’s $6.5B Bitcoin stash poses no short-term risk if sold OTC – CryptoQuant

Despite potential market fluctuations, long-term Bitcoin stability remains unaffected by DOJ's Silk Road holdings.

Texas court orders Bitcoin investor to disclose $124 million in crypto keys

Texas court orders Bitcoin investor to disclose $124 million in crypto keys

Early Bitcoin adopter learns hard lesson as legal case underscores crypto tax compliance risks.

US Government can now sell $6.5 billion Silk Road Bitcoin before Trump enters office

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Coinbase secures important win in legal dispute against the SEC, crypto community cheers

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