8 stories about New York from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Oct 25, 2026.
New York Attorney General Letitia James is asking a court to order NovaTech’s founders to pay about $1.37 billion over the crypto scheme. The request follows an August 2025 default judgment; the state also settled with four promoters for nearly $6 million.
New York Attorney General Letitia James secured an agreement requiring former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky to pay up to $35 million and barring him permanently from the securities and crypto industries. The settlement adds a state-level penalty and restriction to the consequences Mashinsky has faced after Celsius collapsed.
New York Attorney General Letitia James and Governor Kathy Hochul have sued Polymarket, alleging the prediction market platform operates as an illegal gambling operation without a license. The complaint seeks to block the platform from operating in the state and follows similar actions in France and South Korea.
Circle, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, has received a New York trust charter, adding to its recent federal banking approval. This move strengthens Circle's regulatory standing and could enhance its stablecoin operations.
Circle, the company behind the USDC stablecoin, has received a trust charter from New York. This allows them to offer fiduciary and custody services, a significant step in the growing regulatory acceptance of crypto.
The Digital Chamber filed an amicus brief urging the dismissal of a New York lawsuit seeking to claim 39,069 dormant Bitcoin wallets, arguing it would set a dangerous precedent for self-custodial wallets.
A New York judge has temporarily halted a lawsuit seeking ownership of nearly 40,000 bitcoin wallets. The case hinges on whether New York's lost-and-found statute applies to assets controlled by private keys. The judge will hear arguments on a proposed amicus brief in July.
New York and the European Union have agreed to share data on stablecoins, including issued coins, circulation volume, and holder numbers. This collaboration aims to enhance oversight and ensure compliance with financial regulations.