Overturned

Judicial Reversal: Mango Markets Fraud Convictions Overturned in a Landmark Decision

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A judge in New York has annulled the fraud convictions of a key figure linked to the Mango Markets hacking incident, raising questions about the integrity of the prosecution’s case and the broader implications for the cryptocurrency industry. This decision comes after a series of legal developments that have captivated observers in the digital asset realm. The defendant was convicted for exploiting vulnerabilities in the Mango Markets platform, leading to substantial financial losses for investors. The court ruling criticized the prosecution’s tactics and highlighted potential overreach in the case, prompting discussions about the need for … Read more

Harvey Weinstein Faces Retrial in New York on Assault and Rape Charges Following Overturned Conviction

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New York, NY — The retrial of Harvey Weinstein, the controversial movie mogul whose sexual misconduct helped ignite the #MeToo movement, began on Tuesday in New York as jury selection was initiated. The proceedings are forecasted to last almost six weeks, reevaluating accusations against Weinstein in a court of law. This retrial scrutinizes charges that had previously led to Weinstein’s conviction in 2020 — a verdict later overturned by an appeals court in April last year. The reversal was due to the original trial judge’s admission of potentially prejudicial testimony by witnesses not directly linked … Read more

Harvey Weinstein Faces Retrial in New York as Previous Conviction Overturned on Appeal

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New York, NY – Harvey Weinstein, once a titanic figure in Hollywood, is returning to court amidst a dramatic reversal of his seminal 2020 rape conviction, which has been annulled by New York’s top judicial authority. The retrial, set to commence with jury selection on Tuesday, presents a stark reevaluation of the case that had been a cornerstone of the #MeToo movement. Weinstein, now 73 and noticeably frailer due to consistent health issues, faces charges anew under markedly different circumstances than his initial trial. This trial unfolds in an evolved social and legal landscape, one … Read more

Harvey Weinstein Faces New York Retrial, Original #MeToo Conviction Overturned

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New York — Five years after a New York City jury found Harvey Weinstein guilty in a case that became a cornerstone of the #MeToo movement, the former film mogul’s sexual assault conviction has been overturned. Weinstein is set to stand trial once more beginning Tuesday, marking a significant retrial instigated by New York’s highest court, the Court of Appeals. The court cited issues including prejudicial testimony and improper rulings in its decision to vacate the 2020 conviction and ordered a new trial. Despite his previous conviction, Weinstein has maintained his innocence, pleading not guilty … Read more