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Historic Victory: Coinbase Wins First Insider Trading Case in Crypto Industry and Secures $470,000 in Damages

by Dan K
Apr 12, 2023 - 12:00 am
in Blockchain
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Landmark Legal Victory for Coinbase in Insider Trading Case

In an unprecedented legal victory for the crypto industry, Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has been awarded $470,000 in damages after winning an insider trading dispute. This marks the first time a crypto exchange has been granted compensation for insider trading activities.

Pioneering Case with Far-Reaching Implications

On April 11, news emerged that Coinbase had secured almost $470,000 in damages after a guilty plea in a Manhattan court. The case revolved around a crypto trader, Nikhil Wahi, who utilized insider information from his brother, Ishan Wahi, a manager at Coinbase Global.

U.S. District Judge Loretta Preska ordered Nikhil Wahi to pay the sum to Coinbase to cover the legal fees and expenses incurred during the case. Previously, Wahi had been sentenced to 10 months in prison and ordered to forfeit $892,500 in illegal trading gains.

Brothers Facing Legal Consequences

Ishan Wahi, the Coinbase manager at the heart of the scandal, also pleaded guilty to criminal charges. He provided his brother with confidential information about upcoming token listings, allowing him to purchase tokens before their prices inevitably rose. Ishan Wahi is currently engaged in a legal battle with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), claiming that the regulator cannot sue him since cryptocurrencies are not yet legally classified as securities. However, it is anticipated that the two parties will reach a settlement.

Coinbase Executive Departs Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

In a related development, Coinbase executive Vishal Gupta has left the company after serving as the head of exchange for nearly three years. Gupta’s departure comes as U.S. financial regulators increasingly scrutinize Coinbase and the SEC threatens enforcement action against the company. The SEC has accused Coinbase of offering yields on unregistered securities through its staking services.

Coinbase Stock Expected to Rise Following Ethereum Shapella Upgrade

Despite these challenges, analysts predict that Coinbase stock will rise following the Ethereum Shapella upgrade as staking deposits increase. The exchange currently takes a significant 25% commission on ETH staking yields, which bodes well for the company’s financial performance. This legal victory further cements Coinbase’s position as a major player in the cryptocurrency industry and paves the way for future insider trading cases in the rapidly evolving sector.

Tags: CoinbaseCryptocurrencySEC
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