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Alameda Research Ceases Lawsuit Battle with Grayscale!

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Lawsuit accused Grayscale of self-enrichment, high fees, and blocking investor redemptions.
Legal battle involved key figures like Grayscale CEO and Digital Currency Group.

Alameda Research, an affiliate of the bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX, has decided to drop a lawsuit against Grayscale Investments.

The legal action, initiated in March of the previous year in a Delaware court, accused Grayscale of “enriching itself at shareholders’ expense.”

Alameda Research‘s lawsuit also alleged that Grayscale, a prominent digital asset manager, imposed exorbitant fees and hindered investors from redeeming their shares in its crypto-focused trusts, specifically the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) and the Grayscale Ethereum Trust.

Key figures named in the lawsuit included Grayscale CEO Michael Sonnenshein, Digital Currency Group (DCG) – the parent company of Grayscale, and DCG’s CEO, Barry Silbert.

The decision to drop the lawsuit comes as GBTC recently transitioned into an exchange-traded fund (ETF) on NYSE Arca, following approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The move marks a significant development for Grayscale and its investment products.

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Despite reaching this legal resolution, Grayscale has yet to respond to requests for comment from Reuters.

Notably, since its bankruptcy in November 2022, FTX has been diligently working to recover assets with the aim of repaying its creditors. The cryptocurrency exchange has been navigating challenges in the aftermath of its financial troubles, emphasizing the complexities faced by platforms in the dynamic crypto landscape.

This legal development highlights the intricate relationships and challenges within the crypto industry, with key players like FTX and Grayscale navigating legal intricacies while adapting to regulatory changes and evolving market dynamics. The dropped lawsuit signifies a potential step towards resolution in the complex web of legal disputes within the crypto space.

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