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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WSJ reports CZ stepping down as BNB token whipsaws with Binance near DOJ settlement deal

WSJ reports CZ stepping down as BNB token whipsaws with Binance near DOJ settlement deal

BNB's value soared to nearly $270 ahead of the news before falling to $240.

US Trustee challenges $5 million claims by parties in Celsius bankruptcy case

US Trustee challenges $5 million claims by parties in Celsius bankruptcy case

Bankruptcy Trustee argues claims do not show demonstrable merit.

Kraken vows to ‘vigorously defend’ SEC lawsuit amid Congressional support

Kraken vows to ‘vigorously defend’ SEC lawsuit amid Congressional support

Kraken's co-founder Jesse Powell described the financial regulator as an "extortionist."

SEC sues Kraken over unregistered exchange operations, commingling of funds

SEC sues Kraken over unregistered exchange operations, commingling of funds

Kraken comes under fire as SEC seeks fines and restrictions over regulatory breaches.

Binance faces historic penalty as DOJ settlement talks suggest over $4 billion

Binance faces historic penalty as DOJ settlement talks suggest over $4 billion

According to the report, the negotiation also raises the possibility of criminal charges against Binance founder Changpeng 'CZ' Zhao

SBF granted post-trial extension indicating potential appeal strategy or reduced sentencing

SBF granted post-trial extension indicating potential appeal strategy or reduced sentencing

Judge Kaplan approves extension for Bankman-Fried's post-trial motion filings, signaling intricate legal maneuvers ahead.

Tether, Bitfinex victorious as court finalizes lawsuit dismissal

Tether, Bitfinex victorious as court finalizes lawsuit dismissal

Tether triumphs as a lawsuit alleging false reserve disclosures is permanently dismissed.

Judge denies Binance and SEC request for protective order to avoid filings under seal

Judge denies Binance and SEC request for protective order to avoid filings under seal

Binance and SEC faced with strategic reevaluation after judge denies protective order.

Court greenlights settlement talks between BlockFi and FTX

Court greenlights settlement talks between BlockFi and FTX

A U.S. court has opened the door for BlockFi to proceed with its efforts to recover $1 billion in losses from FTX.

Crypto.com secures preliminary VASP license from Dubai digital asset regulator

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Binance and SEC negotiate confidentiality in landmark legal battle

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FTX lawsuit alleges Bybit used “VIP” privileges to withdraw $953M before collapse

Bankruptcy 2 years ago

SafeMoon CEO John Karony’s bail postponed while courts assess level of flight risk

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