Fintech and online loans An analysis of online loans
Overview Unfamiliar with how these new financial technologies work? You are not alone. Fintech firms require more than just good technology to be compliant and enforce...
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Crypto quarterly digital assets, blockchain and related technology updates
THE LANDSCAPE OF GOVERNMENT ENFORCEMENTprivate litigation and federal and state regulation of DIGITAL ASSETS, BLOCKED AND RELATED TECHNOLOGY is in constant development. Each quarter, Ropes &...
Popping into the metaverse (or selling a branded NFT) isn’t headline worthy anymore
In recent years, the metaverse and NFTs have permeated the cultural zeitgeist, catalyzing grand visions of capturing hearts, headlines (and money). While some marketers have made...
Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT Drama is not boring at all
Editor’s Note: This article is the third in a series by Katten Lawyers examining NFTs and various emerging legal issues raised by NFTs. NFTs are a...
The Rise of Fraudulent Insolvencies of NFT Projects: What to Do When You’re Stuck?
NFTs are non-fungible tokens that can be held and transferred on blockchains. Alongside the growth of NFTs as a digital asset class has also come the...
How evolving regulations affect trademark registrations related to NFTS and virtual goods and services in 2023
Registration of trademarks related to virtual goods and NFTs has been an international hot topic for many months. Consequently, many brand owners have been lining up...
Question of the Week: As the use cases for NFTs continue to evolve, what are some key considerations for brands, NFT issuers and holders, and marketplaces?
As use cases for NFTs evolve from digital collectibles to more functional assets, sellers need to be more mindful than ever about what they’re selling. There...
Blockchains in Fashion: Authenticity + Sustainability = Profit
Loro Piana harnesses the power of blockchain technology to digitally certify the authenticity and traceability of its products. Working with the Aura Blockchain Consortium – the...
NFTs and the enduring allure of digital collectibles
Editor’s note: This article is the first in a series by Katten lawyers examining NFTs and various emerging legal issues raised by NFTs, including in copyright...
Dapper Labs Inc. and NBA Top Shot Moments NFTs: How the Howey Test Can Determine Whether NFTs Are Securities
Dapper Labs has been under fire since Jeeun Friel, a Virginia woman and NBA Top Shot user, filed a putative class action lawsuit against Dapper Labs,...