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Michael A. Mora

Michael A. Mora

Michael was born and raised in South Florida. He went to undergrad at Florida Atlantic University and earned his master's degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. He is the crypto litigation reporter for Law.com, as well as an editor for ALM Global. You can email him at [email protected].

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November 13, 2024 | New York Law Journal

'Final Countdown': SEC Launches Nearly 800% Litigation Surge in October

“All signs—most notably the recent surge in bitcoin’s price—point to a new day for bitcoin specifically and crypto in general,” said Tal J. Lifshitz, a partner at Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

November 12, 2024 | Law.com

2025 Will Be a Turning Point for Crypto Counselor Laura Brookover

“When there is a more productive relationship between industry and regulators, advocacy can take many forms,” said Laura Brookover, deputy general counsel for OpenSea.

By Michael A. Mora

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November 11, 2024 | The Recorder

California-Based Portal Crypto Exchange Faces Delaware Investor Class Action

“The allegations in the complaint are about investors being bullied into signing these conversions and being lied to about the use of this money,” said Eric Rosen, a partner at Dynamis.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

November 11, 2024 | Delaware Business Court Insider

Portal Crypto Exchange Faces Delaware Investor Class Action

“The allegations in the complaint are about investors being bullied into signing these conversions and being lied to about the use of this money,” said Eric Rosen, a partner at Dynamis.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

November 07, 2024 | National Law Journal

Prominent Conservative Bitcoin Advocate Sues Crypto Startup

"I just want my money back," said Derek Khanna, who holds several roles and side hustles, including head of policy and general counsel for the Bitcoin Advocacy Project.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

November 06, 2024 | National Law Journal

What's Next for Crypto Litigators With a Trump Administration

"This industry is going to thrive now," said Teresa Goody Guillén, a partner at Baker & Hostetler. "The election just changes as to what legal services are needed."

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

November 06, 2024 | Daily Business Review

2024 South Florida Judicial Election Results Roundup

Here are the results of several competitive South Florida races for judge and judicial retention.

By Michael A. Mora | Lisa Willis

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November 05, 2024 | The Recorder

Latham & Watkins Adds Regulatory Partner to Strengthen West Coast Crypto Presence

"Most of our regulatory expertise at Latham sits in our East Coast offices," said Tad J. Freese, a Latham & Watkins California office managing partner.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

November 04, 2024 | The Recorder

$1.3 Billion Crypto IRA Startup Faces Claims of 'Frat House' Culture

"Beyond the allegations of office discussions about strip clubs and the use of cocaine at work, their general lack of oversight is startling," said Ann Olivarius, a partner at McAllister Olivarius not involved in the matter.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

November 01, 2024 | National Law Journal

'Parting Shot': SEC Issues Wells Notice to Immutable Ahead of US Election

"If the manner of providing clarity to the industry is by winning against this attempted regulation by enforcement, then Immutable is happy to do so," Immutable said in the blog post.

By Michael A. Mora

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