Cboe to Launch Continuous Bitcoin and Ether Futures
The long-dated bitcoin and ether futures by Cboe Global Markets are designed to provide perpetual-style exposure in a U.S.-regulated market. The contracts are scheduled to debut on Nov. 10, pending regulatory review. Cboe Unveils 10-Year Bitcoin and Ether Futures, Pending Regulatory Approval Cboe Global Markets has announced plans to introduce Continuous Futures contracts for bitcoin […] Powered by...
South Africa’s Altvest Plans Bitcoin Treasury, Seeks Millions in Funding
South African financial firm Altvest Capital plans to raise millions to buy bitcoin and create a crypto treasury reserve. Altvest Capital to Rebrand as Africa Bitcoin Corp A South African financial services company, Altvest Capital, has announced plans to raise millions of dollars to purchase bitcoin and establish a crypto treasury reserve. While several reports […] Powered by...
ACE & DAZN Shut Down a Major Sports Piracy Site in a “DMCA Ignored” Country
Major sports rightsholders and broadcasters are building momentum for what could be a crucial couple of years ahead. The USTR has promised to focus on live sports in its Notorious Markets review before rightsholders’ eyes turn to the European Commission, hoping that their endless patience for measures to curtail live streaming leads to something substantial that justifies the wait. In the meantime, enforcement operations continue....
U.S. Gov’t & Tech Giants Unite Against ISP Piracy Liability Ruling at Supreme Court
Nearly five years ago, a Virginia jury ordered Cox Communications to pay a billion dollars in damages to a coalition of record labels, including Sony and Universal. The jury concluded that the Internet provider was liable for the pirating activities of its subscribers, as it failed to terminate their accounts after multiple infringement notices. The liability ruling was upheld at the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, prompting Cox to...