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Crucial Factors at Play: SEC Awaits Ruling on Coinbase Motion and OIG Investigation Amidst XRP’s Programmatic Sales Case

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NEW YORK CITY, NY – The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) plans to appeal the Programmatic Sales of XRP ruling may face challenges from external factors. One of these factors is a pending ruling on the Coinbase Motion to Dismiss, where Coinbase argues that the SEC lacks the authority to regulate US crypto exchanges. Another potential influence is an ongoing investigation by the Office of Inspector General into conflicts of interest within the SEC relating to cryptocurrencies. Coinbase, a leading US crypto exchange, filed a Motion to Dismiss in August, which was heard by Judge … Read more

Judge sides with Texans owner in legal battle, dismissal motion to be pursued by lawyer

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HOUSTON, TEXAS – A judge has ruled in favor of the owner of the Houston Texans, clearing the way for his legal team to seek the dismissal of a lawsuit against him. This development comes after a former team security coordinator accused the owner of firing him for reporting a sexual assault claim by a member of the team’s coaching staff. The judge’s ruling could potentially bring an end to the lawsuit that has been ongoing for several months. The security coordinator alleges that the owner terminated his employment due to his involvement in the … Read more

Local Judge Denies Homicide Defendant’s Motion for Release in Fatal Shooting Case

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On February 2, a homicide defendant’s request for release was denied by DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt, who deemed the weight of the evidence against him to be significantly strong. Niko Hall, 32, is facing charges of first-degree murder, assault with intent to kill, possession of a firearm, and carrying a pistol without a license in connection with the fatal shooting of Anthony Lee on September 26, 2020. During the court hearing, Wole Falodun, Hall’s defense attorney, argued for the modification of his client’s pretrial release conditions. Falodun emphasized that Hall, … Read more

Judge Denies Motion to Dismiss Attempted Murder Case After Attorney Challenges Probable Cause

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Jackson, Mississippi – A man facing trial for the attempted murder of a police officer in Jackson will remain in custody, as his lawyer’s attempt to have the case dismissed was unsuccessful. Attorney Kevin Camp, representing Chauncey Reed, argued that the traffic stop which resulted in a shootout between Reed, his brother Eliot, and Officer Michael Tarrio lacked probable cause. Unfortunately, Eliot Reed lost his life during the incident. Camp contended that Tarrio’s inability to testify about the specific details, including the stop itself, due to his death in an unrelated incident in 2022, undermined … Read more