Crypto Jurisdiction: The New Global Legal Battlefield
Crypto Jurisdiction: Definition, Global Court Precedents & Regulatory Frameworks
Crypto Jurisdiction: Definition, Global Court Precedents & Regulatory Frameworks
The SEC v. Telegram (2020) case remains one of the most influential legal decisions in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry. As a crypto lawyer, I view this case as a turning point that reshaped how token issuers approach private sales, fundraising structures, and compliance obligations. The ruling delivers a clear message: pre-launch token sales, even to accredited investors, may be treated as securities offerings if they involve an expectation of profit from the issuer’s efforts.
The legal action taken against Bitcoin Fog between 2022 and 2023, coordinated through Europol, Eurojust, and U.S. authorities, marks a watershed moment in the global regulatory response to crypto privacy tools—especially those with alleged ties to money laundering.