Do Kwon's lawyers are expected to appeal the South Korean court's decision to allow his extradition to the United States on fraud allegations related to Terra's collapse, a landmark crypto case.
Key Takeaways:
- Do Kwon extradition to U.S. likely delayed due to legal appeal
- Buterin gives Musk PC advice on Windows account issues
- Bitcoin spot ETF daily trading volume, excluding Grayscale, hit new high
This may result in significant delays for U.S. authorities seeking to prosecute the Terraform co-founder.
"An appeal could drag out the process for months given South Korea’s bureaucracy and legal system."Park Jung-woo, Korean Crypto Attorney
Do Kwon Extradition Not Happening Soon
The Terra ecosystem imploded in May 2022 after the algorithmic stablecoin TerraUSD rapidly lost its 1:1 peg to the U.S. dollar. The fallout cost investors an estimated $40 billion. Prosecutors allege Do Kwon perpetrated fraud by misrepresenting risks.
Kwon denies wrongdoing, tweeting he is "not in hiding" after an arrest warrant was issued. He claims South Korean police are aware of his location in Singapore. His legal team is fighting extradition under the argument that Terra's collapse does not constitute fraud under Korean law.
Vitalik Provides Tech Support for Elon
In other crypto news, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin politely corrected Elon Musk via Twitter when the Tesla CEO complained about obstacles setting up Microsoft Windows on a new laptop. Musk tweeted his frustration over Microsoft requiring a registered account for Windows installs, writing, "This is insane."
Buterin responded, advising Musk that verified Windows licenses do not need Microsoft accounts. He explained technical details and product key workarounds, exhibiting his familiarity with PCs. Musk appeared unaware of offline Windows options, responding, "Interesting news to me."
The exchange sparked discussion around crypto leaders' Computer expertise beyond just blockchain coding. Buterin has signaled wider PC knowledge despite his reputation for programming prowess specific to Ethereum.
"Goes to show Buterin has profound technical skills enabling his success across computing."Simon Ward, Analyst
Bitcoin ETFs
Finally, the trading landscape for U.S. regulated Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) hit a new milestone after volumes surged on Saturday. Total trading activity for Bitcoin spot ETFs reached $1.1 billion excluding Grayscale products, the highest daily level yet since the first Bitcoin ETF launched in October 2021.
The spike of retail and institutional investor interest indicates growing mainstream acceptance. However, gray areas around SEC approval policies for crypto assets mean more speculation than certainty still surrounds Bitcoin ETFs.
Product developments in the pipeline like spot ETFs based on Ethereum or other altcoins may enable wider crypto exposure via traditional regulated investment vehicles. But for now, providers continue awaiting definitive SEC guidance.
"Regulatory decisions remain the biggest domino for unveiling the full scope of crypto's integration in equity markets.” Daria Smetanina, Crypto Market Analyst
As crypto regulation worldwide evolves in the wake of massive market volatility, DeFi disasters like Terra add fuel to calls for consumer protections. But signs of expanding mainstream adoption via ETF products point toward crypto's broadening integration despite questions around oversight.
How might intensifying legal clashes for leaders like Do Kwon impact crypto innovation?